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Wednesday, May 09, 2012

Coming Up, Events



To submit an event edith@disabledinaction.org
http://www.spinalcord.org/tell-your-story-for-chance-to-win-accessible-van-during-national-mobility-awareness-month/?utm_source=News+United+05+2012&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter+United+2012+04 Win a WC acc van! In recognition of Nat’l Mobility Awareness Month, NMEDA is hosting an online contest to give away three customized WC accessible vehicles
anishida922@gmail.com She & a power chair user are planning to move to Brooklyn. They are seeking info from PWDs in Brooklyn about transportation concerns they have. They are also looking for an accessible apartment. If you have any suggestions please email her.
Dates for Voter registration & elections in 2012
06/01 Registration deadline for Congressional primary
06/26 Congressional primary
08/17 Registration deadline for State legislative primary
09/11 State legislative primary 09/11 Congressional State legislative primary (may change)
10/12 registration deadline for general election
11/06 general elections
Information Gathering & Potential Legal Cases:
1. Disability Rights Advocates (DRA), a non-profit legal center, is investigating complaints throughout NYC regarding barriers that people with mobility impairments & people who are blind or have low vision have encountered at areas of construction or other work zones along pedestrian routes. When pedestrian paths are closed or partially blocked due to construction, maintenance, or other conditions, any pedestrian detours or the unblocked remaining pathway must be accessible. If you have a mobility impairment, are blind, or have low vision, and have experienced any of the following barriers when pedestrian pathways are affected by construction or other activities, we would like to hear from you: or call We would appreciate any details about the barrier, including: its location, the Date & Time you encountered it; does it seem to be temporary (very short term) or longer term; Who appears to have created the barrier; and Who has jurisdiction over the blocked pathway Please include your name and contact information as well NewYorkConstructionBarriers@dralegal.org or Mike Puleo at (212) 644-8644
2. Disability Rights Advocates (DRA) is researching construction site sidewalk access barriers. If you encounter a construction site that blocks your access to the sidewalk, and there is no accessible alternative, we want to know about it! Please send photos of obstructions to peddetours@dralegal.org with its address in your email’s subject line or send a detailed description & its location. Responses will be kept confidential unless the individual authorizes their release. Examples of barriers include: Ramps that are too steep, poorly constructed, or have a lip that prevents a wheelchair user to safely use the ramp; Construction sites mark dangerous areas & paths of travel in a way that people who have low vision or are blind will not understand the warning. & Unmarked objects protruding into the sidewalk may pose threats to people with vision disabilities. Or call Zack Duffly at 510-665-8644.
3. Disability Rights Advocates (DRA) is investigating complaints from Walmart customers who have mobility disabilities and/or short stature concerning inaccessible point-of-sale devices (card swipes). Customers can't see the amount being charged, enter their PIN, or sign the screen. DRA has heard similar complaints about other retailers, such as Rite Aid. Christine Chuang cchaung@dralegal.org / 510-655-8644 / TTY 510-665-8716.
4. DRA SEEKS RELAY SERVICE TEST-CALLERS Disability Rights Advocates (DRA) is seeking volunteers to make relay service "test calls" to financial service and telecommunication companies and briefly record their experiences. With your help, we can end discrimination against relay service callers! Are you willing to volunteer about 1 hour of your time to call 5 companies? We need your help to identify which companies are not accepting relay service calls, and which companies are not providing the same level of service to relay callers as they are to other people: Raziya Brumfield at: rbrumfield@dralegal.org or 510-665-8644 through the relay service or via TTY 510-665-8716 or the NYC office 212-644-8644 / 212-644-8636 (Fax) / 877-603-4579 (TTY)
5. NYLPI is investigating AAR’s failure to provide interpreters & translated materials to people with limited English proficiency, including Deaf/hard of hearing individuals. These people face barriers in accessing AA (212) 644-8644 (Voice) (212) 644-8636 (Fax)
6. (877) 603-4579 (TTY)R, such as when applying for AAR and requesting trips. Please contact Aditi Shah or Jenny Veloz (212-244-4664 or ashah@nylpi.org or jveloz@nylpi.org). (Jenny speaks Spanish. Interpreter available for other language.) Flyers are available in multiple languages.
7. A law firm has filed a national class action on behalf of the disabled against Amtrak, based on Amtrak's failure to comply with the mandate of Congress to bring their 482 passenger rail stations into compliance with the ADA by 7/26/10. They are seeking members of the disabled community who have experienced difficulty utilizing Amtrak's services, potential witnesses with information relevant to our lawsuit. David S. Oliver, Esq. Business Trial Group, Morgan & Morgan, P.A. 407.849.2972 DOliver@BusinessTrialGroup.com
Restaurant & other Accessibility
Access Project, the info collected will be added to CIDNY’s online database of accessible bars, restaurants, and coffee shops in NYC to help NYers WDs who want to socialize in an accessible venue. We hope it will make restaurateurs aware of people with disabilities as patrons—encouraging them to become more accessible. Bianca Neumann 646-747-1788 or bneumann@cidny.org Survey: http://www.cidny.org/access-project-survey.php Map: http://www.cidny.org/access-map.php
Recurrent Events
Weight Watchers (ICS) weekly (with an accessible scale) guidance & support in choosing healthy foods as part of your weight loss program; Learn new recipes & exercise tips, and hear testimonies from others who have been successful. Free for ICS members; small fee for others. To become a member or learn more about attending as a non-member, please contact Latricia at 718-907-1622.
4th Sun 1:30– 2:30 PM, Tour with ASL interpretation (The MOMA, 11 W 53 St, The Ronald S. & Jo Carole Lauder Building entrance) No reservations, free with admission. ASL students may attend. 212-408-6347 or accessprograms@moma.org
1st Mon
5:55 PM, CHADD (Children & Adults w/ ADD) (65 W 89 St WC acc) Harold Meyer, 212-724-9699 or addrc@mail.com
6-8 PM, SORT support group/ workshop for clutterers/hoarders (EIS, 1233 Second Ave, 64-65 Sts) registration required 212-308-2210 or info@eisny.org
6:30-8:30 PM, AM Kellner’s Tenants Legal Clinic (EIS, 1233 Second Ave, 64- 65 Sts) by Appointment 212-860-4906
1st & 3rd Mon, NAMI Writing Workshop: focuses on fiction writing ideas, techniques, & conversation. Members are encouraged to share work for constructive feedback & discussion that build writing skills & trusting relationships within the group. 212-684-3264 regular attendance is expected.
2nd Mon
ASL interpreted tours (Jewish Museum 1109 Fifth Ave, 92 St WC acc) Registration required access@thejm.org or 212.423.3225 (TTY 212-660-1515)
6-8 PM, NAMI Connection (Kings Co Hospital Center, 451 Clarkson Ave, R Building, #3022)
3rd Mon 6:30 PM, Musical Support Grp (NAMI, 505 Eighth Avenue, #1103, 35 St WC acc) Info: 212-684-3264.
4th Mon 6-7:30 PM, NAMI Japanese Family Support Group (NAMI-NYC Metro, Eighth Ave, 35 St, # 1103) Support, sharing of coping strategies and practical information for Japanese-speaking family members of individuals with mental illness. You must speak to the facilitator before attending japanesehelpine@naminyc.org
Every Mon
10-1:30 PM, CIDNY Housing Clinics (841 Broadway #301 13-14 Sts) RSVP & accommodations: Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org
10-3 PM, From Thought to Canvas: Painting Recitation (ICS, 25 Elm Place, B’klyn) Experience the basics of the painting process while developing drawing and rendering skills for people living in Man, B’klyn or Bx with a physical disability/chronic illness. Registration required Latricia 718-907-1622
11-1 PM, Knitting & Crochet Groups (ICS, 25 Elm Place, 5th Floor, B’klyn) Knitting, crocheting, hook rugs, needlepoint & cross stitch for people living in Man, B’klyn or Bx with a physical disability/chronic illness Latricia: 718-907-1622.
1 PM, Hearing Voices (BILS, 4419 Third Ave #2B, 181-182 Ss) Marlene 718-562-6712 or mwilliams@balticstreet.org
2-4 PM, Basic Jewelry (ICS, 25 Elm Place, 5th Floor, B’klyn) jewelry making - basic & advanced techniques for people living in Man, B’klyn or Bx with a physical disability /chronic illness Latricia 718-907-1622
3-6 PM, Building Standards & Serv: Know What You Have the Right to Expect (EIS 1233 2nd Ave 64-65 Sts) By appointment 212-308-2210
1st Tues
noon-2 PM, RIPP - Rights for Imprisoned People w/ Psychiatric Disb (Urban Justice Ctr, 123 William St,16 Floor) lortega@rippd.org 646-260-6575
12:30-2 PM, BCID TBI Support Group (27 Smith St Fl 2, B’klyn WC acc) 718-998-3000
2nd Tue
1-3 PM, B’klyn System Change Network (BCID, 27 Smith St Fl 2, B’klyn WC acc) 718-998-3000
6-8:30 PM, North Star (Harlem State Office Building 8th floor Rm 801)
6:45 PM, Adult Support Group (NY Branch IDA , 71 W 23 St #1527, 6 Ave) Diana Naples 212-691 1930 x,12, info@nybida.org
3rd Tue
10 AM, Brooklyn Family Support Service Advisory Council (25 Flatbush Ave 2 Fl) bfssac@yahoo.com 718-642-8512 or fax 718-642-4791
1-2 PM, Organizers Forum 712-432-0080 code: 193134#, CART http://www.2020captioning.com/livefeed.php?event=AAPD info jlehman7@gmail.com
2-4 PM, Queens BP’s Advisory Council For Individuals w/ Disabilities (Boro Hall 120-55 Queens Blvd #213 Kew Gardens) Charlie Hope 718-380-3000 x201 chope@queenscp.org
Every Tue
10-1:30 PM, CIDNY Benefits Clinics (841 Broadway #301 13-14 Sts) RSVP & accommodations: Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org
11-4:30 PM, The R-tist & Ideas U Know: Conceptual & Abstract Art (ICS, 25 Elm Place, B’klyn) Experience the basics of the painting process while developing drawing & rendering skills for people w/ a phyical disability/chronic illness in Man, Bx or B’klyn Registration required Latricia 718-907-1622
5-8:30 PM, Creative Writing Circle (ICS, 257 Park Ave. S, 2nd Floor) for people w/ a physical disability or chronic illness in Man, B’klyn or Bx Latricia 718-907-1622
6:30 PM, Dialogues w/ Dan (RocklandWorldRadio.com) Daniel Windheim 845.826.2639 info@modernmetro.com
Every Tue & Th 10–1 PM, Metropolitan Parents’ Center: Education Advocacy for Parents Intensive Workshop (Sinergia, 2082 Lexington, 4 Floor, bell 333, 126 St) Register: Godfrey Rivera 212-643-2840, X 307 grivera@sinergiany.org
1st Wed
1:30-3 PM, Open House: Computer Center for Visually Impaired People (Baruch College, 151 E 25 St #655, Lex-3rd Aves, WC acc) Reservations required 646-312-1420.
6-8 PM, 2011-2012 Monthly Housing Clinics (Goddard Riverside, 593 Columbus Ave, 88 St) Info: 646-459-3017 or 212-873-0282. Presentation / Q&A. An attorney meets with those are seeking legal advice 06/06 Succession Rights
2nd Wed 6-8 PM, Body/Mind a support group by & for people who are both physically and mentally disabled/challenged (HILC, 289 St. Nicholas Ave. #21 lower level, 125-124 Sts WC acc) (intercom # 021) Ed Randolph 212-222-7122 or erandolph@hilc.org
2nd & 4th Wed
1 PM, Discovery Series Informative & engaging educational programming on topics related to computer & software accessibility target-center@usda.gov
9-10 PM, The Largest Minority Radio Show WBAI 99.5 FM) archived at www.wbai.org
3rd Wed 3-5 PM Bx Mental Health Council (Montefiore, Klau Pav Conf Rm 1, 111 E 210 St, Bx WC acc) 718-231-3400 x 202 or jdiblasi@astorservices.org
Every Wed
11-4:30 PM, Drawing & Painting from Life (ICS, 25 Elm Place, Bklyn) for people w/ a physical disability/chronic illness in Man, B’klyn or Bx Registration required Latricia 718-907-1622
11-4:30 PM, One Man's Junk Is Another’s Treasure: Collage with found items (ICS, 25 Elm Place, B’klyn) for people w/ a physical disability or chronic illness in Man, B’klyn or Bx. Registration required Latricia 718-907-1622
11:30 – 12:30 PM & 1:30 – 2:30 PM. Gallery tours with FM Assistive Listening Devices (The MOMA, 11 W 53 St, The Donald B. & Catherine C. Marron atrium, 2nd floor) No reservations, free with admission. 212-408-6347or accessprograms@moma.org
Noon, Disabilities @ Work radio http://www.disabilitiesatwork.org/daw-newsletter.html#DAW_Radio
1 PM, New Hearing Voices Support Group (BILS 4419 Third Ave, 2B, 181-182 Sts, Bx) Marlene 718- 562-6712 Until 6/25
1-4 PM, Deaf Computer Class (BCID, 27 Smith St #200 Brooklyn) 718-998-3000
7 PM, Mood Disorder Support Grp's Family and Friends, Newcomers, Unipolar, Bipolar & 20-something group (411 W 114 St, 6th floor, Amsterdam-Morningside Dr) http://www.mdsg.org
1st & 3rd Thu
6-8 PM, NAMI E Flatbush (SUNY Downstate Medical Center, 395 Lenox Rd, Class Rm 1B, New York Ave & E 34 St)Br
6:30-8 PM, NAMI Bipolar Disorder Support Group (505 Eighth Avenue, #1103, 35 St WC acc) Info: 212-684-3264
2nd Thu
9:30-11:30 AM, Man Mental Health Council (Prince George Hotel, Penthouse 14 E 28 St, 5-Madison Ave)
2 PM, Free Verbal Description & Touch Tour for visitors who are blind / partially sighted (Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W 17 St, 6-7 Aves) Incense & traditional music complete the Himalayan experience. Register: 212-620-5000 x 345 or reservations@rmanyc.org
3rd Thu, ASL interpreted tours (Jewish Mus 1109 Fifth Ave, 92 St WC acc) RSVP access@thejm.org 212-423-3225/ TTY 212-660-1515
Every Thu
noon-4 PM, NAMI: Financial Coaching - Setting Financial Goals, Budgeting & Saving, Opening a Bank Account, Reviewing Credit Reports and Prioritizing Debt (505 Eighth Avenue, #1103, 35 St WC acc) 212-684-3365 ext. 214.
1-3 PM, BCID Peer Support Group (27 Smith St Fl 2, Fulton-Livingston B’klyn WC acc) 718-998-3000
1:30- 3:30 PM, Music for Everyone (ICS 25 Elm Pl, 5th floor Brooklyn Fulton–Livingston WC acc) - A step-by-step adventure in music study, no experience required for people w/ a physical disability or chronic illness in Man, B’klyn or Bx Latricia 718-907-1622.
4-6 PM, CIDNY Writer’s Workshop (841 Broadway #301 13-14 Sts) RSVP & accommodations: Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org
4-6 PM. NAMI Japanese Helpline 212-684-3365 and ask for the Japanese Helpline. Or leave a message at ext. 215 at any time or japanesehelpline@naminyc.org.,
5-8:30 PM, Movies at ICS (25 Elm Place, 5th Floor, B’klyn) for people w/ physical disability or chronic illness in Man, B’klyn or Bx w/ a physical disability or chronic illness Latricia 718-907-1622
6:30-8 PM, Women Vets Art Program (SVA, 32 W 21 St, 3rd Floor, 6-7 Ave) Val Sereno 212-592-2419 or vsereno@sva.edu
1ST Fri 7-8 PM, NAMI OCD Consumer Support Group (Mt. Sinai, Madison Ave, 100 St) 212-684-3264
3rd Fri
11am-1:30 PM, The R-tist & Ideas U Know: Conceptual & Abstract Art (ICS, 25 Elm Place, B’klyn) for people with a physical disability or chronic illness living Man, B’klyn or Bx Registration required Latricia 718-907-1622
2 PM, Conversations w/ Curators/Conservators (FM Assist Listening) (MMA, 1000 Fifth Ave, 81 St WC acc, VĂ©lez Blanco Patio) No groups No reservation Free with admission access@metmuseum.org 212.650.2010
2 PM, Mindful Connections for people with dementia and their caregivers (Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W 17 St, 6-7 Aves) Trained museum guides facilitate a gallery experience designed to promote conversation and engagement with works of art and each other. Preregistration required: http://www.rma2.org/uploads/documents/MindfulConnectionsRegistration_2012.pdf
2 PM, ASL Tours for individuals who are deaf / HOH (Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W 17 St, 6-7 Aves) Tours afford all of our visitors a chance to learn about the cultures, history, religions, and sacred art of the Himalayan region. 212.620.5000 x354
2- 4:30 PM, Crafts with Liz (ICS, 25 Elm Place, B’klyn) for people living in Man, B’klyn or Bx w/ a physical disability or chronic illness. Registration required Latricia 718-907-1622
5-8:30 PM, Friday Night Hangout - (ICS, 25 Elm Place, 5th Floor, B’klyn) cards, games, music & conversation Karaoke nights & parties for people w/ a physical disability or chronic illness in Man, B’klyn or Bx Latricia 718-907-1622.
7 PM, Mood Disorder Support Grps: Family, Friends; Newcomers, Unipolar, Bipolar; & 20-something group (BIMC, Bernstein Pavilion, 15t-16 St, 1-2 Ave, Nathan Perlman Place, 2 fl) http://www.mdsg.org
Every Fri & Sat 1 PM, Tenement Museum, Foods of the Lower East Side: Tour & Discussion (103 Orchard St, Delancey WC acc) explore the immigrant food experience & how their foods have shaped American food. 8+. Tickets: $45 / Students – Srs $40 / Members $22 866-606-7232 or http://www.museumtix.com/venue/venueinfo.aspx?vid=781&tab=E&evw=2&pvt=let
Every Sat
10-noon, Writing Workshop (B’klyn Vet Center) creative ways to mitigate PTSD symptoms Tim Brennan 718-624-2765
2-4 PM, Free Creative Writing Program/Writing Workshop for Gulf, Afghanistan & Iraq Vets (NYU WC acc) Zachary Sussman, 212-992-9809 or zachary.sussman@nyu.edu
MULTI DAY / SESSION EVENTS
Until 05/18 Fundamentals of Travel Training Administration Kristi McLaughlin FTTA@easterseals.com or 800-659-6428 Register: http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/Calendar/727112943?view=Detail&id=37765
Until 06/08, Strengthening Transportation Choices So We Can Serve Those Who Have Served Their Country for U.S. Veterans, Service Members, Their Families, and Community Service Providers Register after 05/07 www.projectaction.org
Until 08/22, Get to the Core of It: Best Practices in the Four Core Services $75/single session or $150 for all https://secure.xo.com/ncil.org/store/index.php
05/12 & 19 10-3 PM, Word Sign: Helping Individuals w/ DD, Including Autism Spectrum Disorder, to Communicate (AHRC, Penthouse 83 Maiden Lane) Register: Jennifer Amendola 212-895-3446 or jennifer.amendola@ahrcnyc.org
05/12 & 06/16 11-12:30 PM, Seeing Through Drawing (Met, 1000 5th Ave Ruth and Harold D. Uris Ctr for Educ, ground floor) learn innovative techniques that make drawing accessible. Free, but reservations required. 212-650-2010 or access@metmuseum.org.
*NEW 5/21, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18 & 6/25 5:30-8:30 PM, Palliative and End-of Life Care: An Introduction to Clinical Concepts Any Social Worker Should Know (NYU, Silver School of Social Work, 1 Washington Sq N) http://www.nyu.edu/socialwork/continuing.education/pelcintro.html
05/30-06/02, 2012 National Transition Conference: College & Careers for Youth WDs (Wash, DC)
www.transition2012.org
06/04-07, 2012 P&A/CAP Annual Conference (Baltimore, MD) http://www.napas.org/en/events/annual-conference.html
06/04-22, Building an Effective Peer Support Program, Deadline: 05/16 http://www.ilru.org/html/forms/online_registration.htm
06/04–07/1, Core Courses II: Universal Design Principles and Practices http://udeworld.com/training/continuing-education/course-schedule.html
06/04–07/01, Visitability http://udeworld.com/training/continuing-education/course-schedule.html
06/11-14, 2012 NICL Conf: 30 Yrs of Advocacy: & Miles To Go Before We Sleep (DC) http://www.ncil.org/conference/2012RegistrationForm.pdf
06/17-21, American Association of Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities Conference 136th Annual Conference (Charlotte, NC) http://www.aaidd.org/content_6546.cfm
*NEW 06/18-20, Intro to Travel Training (Portland OR) free training initiative designed to help increase the skills, knowledge & abilities of travel training professionals with classroom & field instruction. Krystian Boreyko itt@easterseals.com or 800-659-6428 Deadline: 05/11 http://projectaction.easterseals.com/site/R?i=WGty11WzJa3hAlZi2h-uhw
06/25-26, United Spinal: Roll On Capitol Hill (ROCH) (Was DC)
06/27-29 APSE 2012 National Conference (Arlington, VA)
06/29-07/01, Moxie Camp – A Weekend Experience for Female Changemakers (New York Insight Meditation Center) http://www.MoxieCamp.com
08/06-24 Implementing Olmstead: ABCs of Nursing Home Transition Registration Deadline: 07/18 http://www.ilru.org/html/training/online/index.html
08/06-27, 6th International Women's Institute on Leadership and Disability (WILD) (Oregon) http://www.miusa.org/exchange/currentprogs/wild/wild2012/index_html deadline 03/01
08/07-09, A National Onsite Two-in-One Training Opportunity: Finding Affordable, Accessible, Integrated Housing & Systems Approach to Expanding Housing Options (Chicago) https://secure.xo.com/ncil.org/store/catalog.php?p_category=
08/13–09/09, Design for Anthropometric and Biomechanical Fit http://udeworld.com/training/continuing-education/course-schedule.html
08/13–09/09, Inclusive Housing http://udeworld.com/training/continuing-education/course-schedule.html
08/23-26, The National Rehabilitation Association 2012 Annual Training Conference (Chicago), ttps://sites.google.com/site/nra2012conference/
09/10-28, Smooth as SILC: An Introduction to Statewide Independent Living Councils Registration Deadline: 08/22 http://www.ilru.org/html/training/online/index.html
10/1-4, 2012 USBLN 15th Annual Conf & Expo (Orlando) http://www.usblnannualconference.org/
10/22–11/18, Design for Perception & Cognition http://udeworld.com/training/continuing-education/course-schedule.html
10/22–11/18, The Accessible Taxi (tentative) http://udeworld.com/training/continuing-education/course-schedule.html
SINGLE EVENTS
*NEW 05/10 9:30 – 11:30 AM, Manhattan Mental Health Council (Prince George Hotel (14 E 28 St, 5- Madison Aves),
05/10 9:30—1 PM, Workshop on Special Education Mediation & & Other Collaborative Options (Brooklyn Heights Library, 280 Cadman Plaza W) Helping Parents & School Districts Become More Effective Partners Register: http://www.nysdra.org/calendar/calendar.aspx?action=details&eventid=965
*NEW 05/10 2 PM, Verbal Description & Tour (Rubin Museum of Art, 150 W 17 St, 6-7 Aves) 212-620-5000 ext. 345 or reservations@rmanyc.org
05/10 2–3:30 PM, Picture This! Workshop for people who are blind or w/ limited vision: The Steins Collect: Matisse, Picasso, and the Parisian Avant-Garde (Met, 1000 5th Ave, Ruth & Harold Uris Ctr for Educ, ground floor) detailed descriptions, touch, & other activities. Free, reservations required. 212-650-2010 or access@metmuseum.org
*NEW 05/10 3-4:30 PM, City-wide Mental Health Project (208 W 13th St, Room 305) Lourdes Cintron 718-561-8415 citywidementalhealthproject@hotmail.com
05/11 8:15-:15 PM, 2012 CCVIP 5th Annual Conference on Employment and Visual Impairment: Policy and Practice, “Ever Upward (Baruch Conf Center, 14th Floor, 55 Lexington Ave, 25 St) http://www.8bar.com/cgi-bin/ar_form.cgi?rid=04a4eb7513adcfdbc6529902
05/11 7-8:30 PM, 16th Annual Lighthouse at Met Concert (1000 5th Ave, The Grace Rainey Rogers Auditorium) music inspired by the Museum’s collection. Free with admission, no reservations.
POL 05/12 11:30 –3:30 PM, Long Island Obama University (Merrick Golf Clubhouse, 2550 Clubhouse Rd, Merrick)
FREE but RSVP required: https://my.barackobama.com/page/event/detail/training/gpb99d
05/12, 2:15 PM, Met Signs Tours in ASL (no voice): Roman Wall Paintings (1000 Fifth Ave, Tour Sign at south end of Great Hall) free with museum admission and do not require a reservation. Intended primarily for the Deaf community, ASL students may attend, but attendance sheets will not be signed. 212-650-2010 or access@metmuseum.org
*NEW 05/15 2-4 PM, FEMA Think Tank conference call: Recovery. Disasters affect communities, individuals and may have cascading impacts on surrounding communities. Share your thoughts on how can we better plan pre-disaster to allow for a more rapid, cost effective, sustainable and resilient recovery on our online forum. 800-593-0692 Passcode: Think Tank May
CART: www.streamtext.net/text.aspx?event=JoplinFEMA http://www.fema.gov/thinktank/
*NEW 05/15 54:30-7:30 PM, Hearing Loss in the Workplace: Strategies for landing a job and maximizing workplace (NY Public Library Muhlenberg Branch, 209 W 23 St, 3rd Floor ) Assistive listening help is provided at our meetings through live CART captioning and a room loop for those whose hearing aids have a T-coil. A few headphones are also available.
05/16 11-2 PM, Lunch with the League: Richard Ravitch (4 W 43 St) $10/ per person RSVP required: office@lwvnyc.org 212 725 3541 42 states are struggling with deficit budgets. Can states meet their obligations to public pensions, to rising health care costs, and to quality public education? Is there a crisis in state funding?
*New 05/16 11-4 PM, Community Action Network (CIDNY, 841 Broadway#301, 13-14 Sts) Registration & accommodations Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org
*NEW 05/16 1 PM, Workshop on Domestic Violence in the Deaf Community (BCID, 27 Smith St, 3rd Floor, Livingston - Fulton Street) - RSVP by 05/11 718-998-3000 vquintyn@bcid.org Sign-language Interpreter would be available
*NEW 05/16 2-3:30 PM, Gallery Tour of Edouard Vuillard: A Painter and His Muses, 1890-1940 (Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave, 92 St) Register: 212-423-3225, TTY 212-660-1515 or e-mail: access@thejm.org Join us for JM Journeys, a monthly program for individuals with dementia and their family members or caregivers.
05/16 6-8 PM, Sexuality & People w/ DD & Autism Spectrum Disorder: A Cautionary Tale (IBR, 1050 Forest Hill Rd, SI) https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=m7elvbeab&oeidk=a07e5tw9jru22a584db&oseq=a023sagtbtw3zw
05/16 6-9 PM, DISLABELED Film Series: Liebe Perla. With guest speaker, Simi Linton (CUNY Graduate Center 365 Fifth Avenue, 34-35 Sts, Psychology Conference Room # 6304.01) Photo ID required $5 Suggested Donation. DISLABELED is proud to feature Open Captioning, Audio Description, ASL, Interpretation and Barrier-Free Access
05/17 8:30-noon, Trauma’s Impact on Mental & Physical Health (Jacobi Medical Center, The Corporate Conference Center, Building 4, 2nd Floor) RSVP by 5/11 718-918-3906 or margarita.pirela@nbhn.net
05/17 9-2:30 PM, The 23rd Annual Brooklyn Family Support Fair: Building the Future Together (Brooklyn College Conf Ctr, 2705 Campus Rd, Bklyn) Registration: 718 642-8512
05/18 8-3 PM, Deaf Community Alliance Network (DCAN) Training: Strengthening Communities: Preparing for Emergencies With the Deaf & HoH Community (Salvatore’s Italian Gardens, 6461 Transit Rd., Depew) $40 includes lunch and light snacks Registration: www.wnydas.org Deadline: 5/15 ASL provided! Info: Jason Goldstein Jason@wnydas.org
05/18 11–12:30 PM, Verbal Description & Touch Tour: Whitney Biennial 2012 (595 Madison Ave, 75 St meet in the Museum lobby) small group tours, provide in-depth focus on a selection of artworks in a variety of media, are offered when the Museum is closed. Admission is free; reservations are required. . 212-570-7789 or AccessFeedback@whitney.org Visitors who are blind or partially sighted & companions can schedule private tours with sufficient notice - usually about 2-3 wks. 212-570-7789 or AccessFeedback@whitney.org
*NEW 05/18 4:10-6 PM, Closed Captioned Movies: My Week With Marilyn ( CIDNY 841 Broadway #301, 13-14 Sts) Popcorn & soda Registration & accommodations Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org
While filming a movie in England, Hollywood icon Marilyn Monroe slips away with a young Brit for a week of self-discovery and frivolity. The story that ensues is based on the real-life memoirs of Colin Clark, once assistant to Sir Laurence Olivier.
05/19 11-1 PM, Debate Techniques - Workshop for Moderators (4 W 43 St) RSVP: office@lwvnyc.org
05/19 8-5 PM, Western NY Summit on Aging & Independence (Buffalo Marriott) http://www.summitonagingwny.org/
05/19 9-5 PM, United Spinal: From Within – Annual Conference for Women QWDs (Marriott Marquis, 1535 Broadway) registration: http://www.unitedspinal.org/registration/fromwithin.html
05/19 Science Sense Tours for Visitors who are blind or partially sighted - Animal Beyond Planet Earth: The Future of Space Exploration (AMNH, 79 St & Central Park West) this exhibit is a Special Attraction, not included in General Admission) Registration is required: 212-313-7565 or accessibility@amnh.org
05/19 (rain date 5/20) Vendor Fair noon-2, Game 2 Beep Baseball LI Bombers vs WFAN 660 (Central Park North Meadow, enter at 100th St & CPW, cross to West Park Dr & follow path to North Meadow Field 12) dedicated in memory of Comm. Matt Sapolin Matthew Puvogel 212-788-8948 or mpuvogel@cityhall.nyc.gov
05/20 11 a.m. 6–17 / 2-3:30 PM. 18+, Summer Fun at Met: Workshops for Visitors with DD & LD (1000 5th Ave) focuses on a theme & includes a gallery tour & a related art activity. Free registration required & accommodation: 212-650-2010, or email access@metmuseum.org
05/20 4:30 PM, Tenement Museum ASL tour (no voice) Hard Times (103 Orchard Street, Orchard & Delancey, 2nd floor: 24 steps up, 23 steps down) economic depressions at 97 Orchard Street between 1863 and 1935. The German-Jewish Gumpertz family, whose patriarch disappeared during the Panic of 1873, and the Italian-Catholic Baldizzi family, during the Depression. Reservation required Tickets: $22; Students & Seniors $17 Rachael 212.431.0233 ext 249 or rachael@tenement.org
05/21 10-2 PM, New York State Assembly’s Annual Legislative Disabilities Awareness Day (LDAD) (Albany)
*NEW 05/21 2 PM, Verbal Imaging Tour Kehinde Wiley / The World Stage: Israel (Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave, 92 St) Register: 212-423-3225, TTY 212-660-1515 or e-mail: access@thejm.org
05/21 4-8 PM, CM Gale Brewer’s Open House (563 Columbus Ave, 87 St) 212-873-0282 or gale.brewer@council.nyc.gov
05/21 6:30-9 PM, Man ADD Gen Support + Grp Discussion (McBurney YMCA, 125 W 14 St, 6-7 Aves) 845-278-3022 MAADDSG@aol.com $5
05/22, 10–noon, Helping the Struggling Reader: One Size Does Not Fit All (Central Library, Trustee’s Room, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn) Spanish language interpretation provided. ASL available Ruth DiRoma, Brooklyn Parent Center 718-998-3000
05/22 2:30 PM, Man BP Disabilities Task Force (1 Centre St, 19 Floor South) Accommodations: Jennifer Ashley 212-669-3539 or jashley@manhattanbp.org
*NEW 05/24 10-5 PM, No-Cost Digital Mammograms & Clinical Breast Exams (1973 Westchester Ave, Bx) By appointment only 718 931 2620
*NEW 05/24 11-2 PM, Health Literacy Summit & Health Research Information Day (Armory Track and Field Center, 216 Fort Washington Ave., 168 St)
*NEW 05/24 2-3:15 PM, Looking for Employment and Decent Wages: How is the government helping you? https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/677052114?utm_source=News+United+05+2012&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Newsletter+United+2012+04
05/24 5:30–7:30 PM, Interpreting MoMA: Tours for Deaf adults with ASL interpretation. Exhibition: Cindy Sherman. (The MOMA, 4 W 54 St, The Lewis B. & Dorothy Cullman Education & Research Building) Free, RSVP required: 212-408-6347 or accessprograms@moma.org
05/29 2–4 PM, Art inSight, Visual description and touch tours for individuals who are blind or partially sighted: New York in the 1960’s (The MOMA, 11 W 53 St, The Ronald S. & Jo Carole Lauder Building entrance) Free, RSVP required: 212-408-6347 or accessprograms@moma.org
*new 05/30 4-5 pm, Online Search Strategies for Housing ((CIDNY, 841 Broadway #301, 13-14 Sts) Are you in search of housing? Then join us for a workshop that will teach you the basic. Attend online https://www2.gotomeeting.com/join/401837666 or by phone 213-493-0601 Code: 401-837-666 Audio PIN: Shown after joining the meeting Meeting ID: 401-837-666
*NEW 05/31 10 AM, NYC TLC Meeting ( 33 Beaver St, 19 Floor) WC acc & ASL, Accommodation: Office of Legal Affairst 212-676-1135 or tlcrules@tlc.nyc.gov by 5/25..
*NEW 06/01 8:30-4 PM, 3rd Annual Brooklyn Parent Center Conference: Resources, Relaxation & Information for Brooklyn parents, grandparents & caregivers of children WDs (LIU, Bklyn) Register: http://brooklynparentcenter.eventbrite.com/
*NEW 06/01 6:00 PM, An Evening of Art & ASL at the Met: Exploring the American Wing (1000 Fifth Ave, 79 St meet at the tour sign at the south end of the Great Hall) free with museum admission no reservations. Intended primarily for the Deaf community, ASL students may attend, but attendance sheets will not be signed. 212-650-2010 or access@metmuseum.org
*NEW 06/06 8:30-4 PM, The 44th Annual Addictions Institute Trauma & Addictions Across the Life Cycle: Assessments & Interventions (Fordham Univ, Lincoln Ctr Campus, 113 W 60 St, Columbus Ave) Registration- https://m360.naswnyc.org/event.aspx?eventID=46212
*NEW 06/06, 10–noon, Evaluation & Placement: The Beginning & End of the IEP Process (Central Library, Trustee’s Room, 10 Grand Army Plaza, Brooklyn) Spanish language interpretation provided. ASL available Ruth DiRoma, Brooklyn Parent Center 718-998-3000
*NEW 06/07 2:30-4 PM, Accessible Miniature Golf Courseswww.accessibilityonline.org adaconferences@adagreatlakes.org or 877-232-1990 (v/TTY)
*NEW 06/07 6:30-9 PM, Man ADD: Magnetic Brain Stimulation A Tool For Treating ADD? (West End Collegiate Ch, 245 W 77 St, West End–B’way) 845-278-3022 MAADDSG@aol.com $5
*NEW 06/10 Board Noon -1 PM; Program Meeting 1:30-4 PM, Disabled In Action (Selis Manor, 135 W 23 St, 6-7 Aves) TEL/FAX 718-261-3737 - www.disabledinaction.org Please support our scent-free environment by abstaining from perfume and cologne!
*NEW 06/11 2 PM, Sign Language Interpreted Tour Kehinde Wiley / The World Stage: Israel (Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave, 92 St) Register: 212-423-3225, TTY 212-660-1515 or e-mail: access@thejm.org
http://www.ibo.nyc.ny.us/iboreports/options2012.pdf IBO Issues New Edition of Budget Options for NYC, 72 Ways to Cut Costs & Raise Revenues
http://www.ssa.gov/pressoffice/pr/ssa-dod-hit-pr.html Social Security and Department of Defense Implement New Process to Improve Efficiency for Wounded Warriors Applying for Disability Benefits. Electronic Medical Records Will Reduce Time for a Decision
http://www.ncd.gov/newsroom/research/042512_Presolicitation NCD is interested in undertaking a one-year project to develop recommendations to modernize and preserve the SSD Programs. The primary purpose of this project will be to analyze the various options for SSDI and SSI reform, including what measures could facilitate people currently receiving SSDI and SSI benefits in being able to work, what measures could decrease the likelihood of needing such benefits, and what financing options exist to extend the life of both programs.
Do you use a screen reader or other AT to read web sites? If so, we’re interested in your experience on the Duane Reade web site. Please let me know about your experience. edith@disabledinaction.org
VIDEO
Nigyar Alieva is currently doing a video project on disability in NYC and whether or not the City accommodates people with disabilities when it comes to transportation and commuting. She is interested in interviewing some about their personal experiences. alieva@fordham.edu 718-290-6409
JOBS/FELLOW/SCHOLARSHIPS/INTERNSHIPS
http://www.proyectovision.net/english/news/48/opportunities.html monthly list of scholarships & Internships
www.nyc.gov/dycd NYC Summer Youth (14-24) Employment Programs applications
www.nysilc.org Young Adults with Disabilities/Sponsorships (up to $250) to Attend Leadership Training (download application) complete the entire application and email it back to joea@nysilc.org. questions related to the application, contact the NYSILC office at (518) 427-1060 (Voice/TTY), 1 (877) 397-4126 (Toll Free NYS Only), (518) 427-1139 Fax, or bradw@nysilc.org
Big Brothers Big Sisters of NYC’s Incredible Kids Mentoring Program is currently accepting Manhattan female siblings (7-16) of individuals with severe disabilities. Francy Henao 212-994-7722
Certificate in Health Coaching & Care Coordination through JFK, Jr. Institute for Worker Education (CUNY) This 10-credit, 5 course certificate offered to frontline workers in the allied health fields who have a GED or High School Diploma, are residents of NYS, and are available to commit to completing a sequence of 5 courses (a college bridge course and 4 credited courses) through summer 2013. The certificate program is FREE, except for a $25 application fee and the cost of books. Abigail.Nelson@mail.cuny.edu or 212.652.2053 application:
ACTION ALERTS
Support the Dyslexia Bill (A09940) to amend the education law relating to the certification or training of teachers, administrators and instructors in the area of dyslexia and related learning disabilities. The bill would require school districts to diagnose students with dyslexia and related learning disabilities and provide such students with teachers trained to instruct students with dyslexia. Find your Assembly member http://assembly.state.ny.us/mem/?sh=search
Call your Rep and ask them to vote NO on the Sequestor Replacement Reconciliation Act of 2012 on the House floor this week. You can use the Capitol Switchboard at 202-224-3121. http://www.bazelon.org/What-You-Can-Do/Take-Action/Alerts/Alerts-Archive/5.8.12-House-Budget-Reconciliation-Alert.aspx?utm_source=5.8.12-House-Budget-Reconciliation-Alert&utm_campaign=5.8.12HouseBudgetReconcAlert&utm_medium
Andi Fristedt at andi_fristedt@help.senate.gov The Senate 202-224-3121 tell Congress not to cut the Prevention Fund to maintain the Stafford Student Loan interest rate at 3.4 percent rate.
http://capwiz.com/rochestercdr/issues/alert/?alertid=61301616&queueid=8254366661 Deaf people already face many barriers in getting commercial driver’s licenses even if they meet the requirements with their hearing aids. But we have an opportunity to correct this.
www.nabwis.org. the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Project helps individuals with disabilities maximize their employment potential through benefits planning and assistance allowing PWDs to return to work or maintain employment, thereby decreasing their dependence on Social Security benefits and improving the quality of their lives. This assistance will discontinue by 6/30, unless the SSA reverses their decision not to extend the program & Congress fully reauthorizes it.
http://www.capwiz.com/dental/issues/alert/?alertid=57523506&type=CO Support S. 1878. Expand Donated Dental Service-like Programs Congress is considering a measure that would enable volu nteer dentists to treat thousands more Medicare and Medicaid recipients whose current untreated dental disease precludes them from treatments for challenges such as cancer, cardiovascular disease, autoimmune disease, orthopedic conditions, uncontrolled diabetes or consideration for transplants. Write to your U.S. Senators, urging them to co-sponsor this legislation.
http://capwiz.com/rochestercdr/issues/alert/?alertid=60928616&queueid=[capwiz:queue_id] H.R. 3086 would phase out Section 14 (c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) which allows employers to pay workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage. The Fair Wages for Workers with Disabilities Act of 2011 needs cosponsors! Tell your representative to sign on.
http://signon.org/sign/stop-stem-cells-experiment Petition opposing stem cell experimentation on Deaf infants
http://www.barbaraboxer.com/petitions/paycheck-fairness?utm_source=p20110818-kg&utm_medium=e&sc=p20110818-kg Support the Paycheck Fairness Act which would provide justice to victims of gender discrimination, protect employees who share information about their salary with their co-workers, and require employers to prove that wage discrepancies are based on work performance & not on a person's gender
http://capwiz.com/idanetwork/issues/alert/?alertid=46615501 Urge Congress to Support H.R. 2103 to Raise Asset Limits for SSI Beneficiaries to would enable PWDs to open bank accounts, work, and save.
SURVEYS & STUDIES
http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/882523/TransitChoices DRED’s Public Transit Choices By People With Disabilities, as part of our transportation research on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
https://stanfordmedicine.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_3qlq5Y0nA1zSeR6 The Stanford Neural Prosthetics Translational Laboratory (NPTL) is seeking participants with cervical SCI to assess the technology needs of people affected by paralysis
Are you concerned about your BP or how high it should be? To participate in the SPRINT (Systolic BP Intervention) Study, you must: Be at least 50 years old, have high BP, with the systolic (upper) number of at least 130 & with no history of diabetes or stroke. If you join the SPRINT research trial, you will receive free: BP meds, Physical exams, Lab tests, Memory tests, EKG’s (electrocardiograms) 212-305-0504
Eye-Tracking Rapid Attention Computation (EYE-TRAC) seeks people (18-55) diagnosed with ADD/ADHD Project includes: interviews, computer testing, paper-and-pencil tests, a brain MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scan & use of a portable device to track eye movements in real time, compensation: $600 & a DVD of your MRI scan (Weill-Cornell Medical College, 516 E 72 St) Alison Schonberger, aschonberger@braintrauma.org, 212-608-3063
www.survey-xact.dk/LinkCollector?key=ADE3JA3W111J about individual experiences with adult ADD. The survey is in English and Danish; to advance, press the "Næste" button. Metteroenberg@gmail.com.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/AFBTravelSurvey Use of Online Travel Services by People with Vision Loss Katie Vizenor, at kvizenor@afb.net or 202-469-6834.
Looking at the effectiveness of physical activity for improving mood in people aging with SCI or MS, since the study is carried out entirely by phone, participants may reside anywhere in the US. If you are interested in participating, please contact the RRTC on Aging at 1-866-928-2114 or agerrtc@uw.edu. Study participants will be compensated for their time and phone expenses
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NVFN9Z7D looking at how behavioral traits effect weight loss,. William Joseph Harrigan
harriganweightloss@gmail.com Dare Institute, 617-497-5270 Fax 617-491-5270 http://DareAssociation.org
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/BBPO_AAR_Survey Bklyn BP Survey for Bklyn AAR users Renee Hastick-Motes
718-802-4091 / 718-802-3920 Fax / rhastick-motes@brooklynbp.nyc.gov
https://uncg.qualtrics.com/SE/?SID=SV_a96xYflhigZ6l48 Survey Seeks to Understand PWDs Clothing Selection related to self-concept and life satisfaction. Participants have a chance to win a $50 Visa gift card. h_chang@uncg.edu or 336-553-8692
https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/Disabledaccess disability access at conferences
mgolden@dredf.org The Strategy Guide to Enable and Promote the Use of Fixed-Route Transit by PWDs & Accessible Transit Services for All Populations (para-transit). (they are not yet available on line, email to be contacted when available)
http://www.seeandbesafe.com/surveys/ 10 questions to improve the safety of WC users because we are shorter (sitting) therefore lower than pedestrians & more difficult to notice. They’re trying to encourage makers of mobility aids and suppliers of retro fitted vans, to offer visibility SAFETY options. Receive a free Reflective Handicap Sticker.
http://surveymonkey.com/s/SABEselfdetermination A survey to find out if your local or statewide self-advocacy organization's activities help members to be more self-determined.
http://rio.tc.columbia.edu/surveys/CAB343/index.cfm Women WDs 40+ without a personal history of breast cancer for a research study to explore what factors influence whether or not WWDs obtain screening mammography for early detection of breast cancer. Carole Baraldi, RN, MS @ 212 724-9121 or cab2197@tc.columbia.edu.
SCI that prevents you from walking - People who do not walk lose significant amounts of bone in their lower extremities and have an increased risk of fractures. Seeking participants for a research study evaluating ways to increase bone density & strength. Over a year, you will make 12 visits to Chicago. Danielle 312-503-1215 d-barkema@northwestern.edu
http://www.equalrightscenter.org/site/PageServer?pagename=DR_surveys Access to travel, shopping, dining, movies, online gaming For alternate format, Robyn Powell 202-370-3210 or rpowell@equalrightscenter.org
http://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT01163032?term=vanda&rank=2 An experimental drug treatment for adults who are blind & suffer from Non-24 Hour Sleep Wake Disorder. 240-599-4520 or christina.fatemi@vandapharma.com
http://disabilitycommunityparticipation.org/ Surveys of Community Participation; Personal Attendant Services Study; Community Engagement Initiatives; Employment Project & Enabling Mobility Center

http://www.wirelessrerc.org/for-consumers/survey-of-user-needs.html or 800-582-6360 how do PWDs use wireless products
COMMENTS PERIOD
Until 06/08 The Access Board Releases Proposed Standards for Medical Diagnostic Equipment. Access Board http://www.access-board.gov/mde/nprm.htm



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