Event List

To submit an event edith@disabledinaction.org

07/04 7-9 PM Condolences, 07/ 4 10 AM Funeral, Passing of Olga Hill (Sinai Chapels, 162-05 Horace Harding Expressway, (LI Expressway Service Rd, Fresh Meadows) 888-219-6897 or 718-285-9685

Air Conditioners Available for Low-Income NYers with Serious Medical Conditions ** Households that have a working air conditioner or have received one from the State in the last 10 years are not eligible.
Eligibility for the program is determined by:
1) LIHEAP low-income guidelines. (For a four-person household, the maximum gross annual income to qualify is approximately $49,500.) Eligibility: www.mybenefits.ny.gov or call 800-342-3009
2) At least one household member diagnosed with a medical condition aggravated by exposure to extreme heat situations.
3) A doctor’s written documentation (dated within the last six months) that air-conditioning assistance is critical to prevent a heat emergency.

Bx: Assoc for Energy Affordability 718-292-6733; Bx Shepherds Restoration Corp 718-299-0500; Northwest Bx Community & Clergy Coalition 718-584-0515
B/klyn: Bed-Stuy Restoration 718-638-5705; Crown Hgts JCC 718-771-9000; Opportunity Devel Assoc 718-855-8233
Sunset Park Redevelopment Committee 718-492-8580; Comm Envir Ctr 718-784-1444
Man: Harlem Comm Devel Corp 212-961-4100; Housing Conservation Coordinators 212-541-5996, NMIC 212-822-8340
Queens: Community Environmental Center 718-784-1444; HANAC 718-626-7575; Margert Comm Corp 718-471-3724
SI: Northfield Community LDC of Staten Island 718-442-7351

COMMENTS PERIOD

Until 08/17, Access Board proposes to amend the ADA & ABA Accessibility Guidelines to specifically address emergency trailers provided by FEMA or other entities on a temporary site in response to an emergency need for temporary housing. the proposed amendments seek to ensure that newly constructed and altered emergency E-mail: docket@access-board.gov. ATBCB-2012-0004 in the subject line. All comments, including any personal information provided, will be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov and are available for public viewing. FURTHER INFO Marsha Mazz, Office of Technical and Information Services, Access Board, 202-272–0020 (voice); (202) 272–0076 (TTY). Or mazz@access-board.gov

Until 08/31 A new proposal presenting the OPTN Policies Plain Language Rewrite is being offered for public comment. It does not make any substantive changes to the content of the current policies, but only changes the current language to make it easier to understand with more consistent terminology, better organization, and new usability features, including a table of contents. The mechanism being used for review and feedback on the rewrite is a dedicated page on the OPTN public website (http://optn.transplant.hrsa.gov/plainlanguage.asp). The webpage provides members and the public a chance to review and comment on proposed changes to policies.

HEARINGS
07/09 11 AM, NYC TLC Notice of Public Hearing & Opportunity to Comment on Proposed Rules (33 Beaver Street, 19th Floor) The TLC proposes to make changes to the rules which govern the fares & lease caps of medallion taxis. http://www.nyc.gov/html/tlc/downloads/pdf/proposed_fares_rule_capa_06_07_12.pdf & http://www.nyc.gov/html/tlc/downloads/pdf/proposed_leaseap_rule_capa_06_06_12.pdf

07/11 9:30-11:30 AM. Access Board Hearing on proposed amendments ADA & ABA accessibility guidelines for FEMA trailers (Access Board Conf Rm, 1331 F St NW, # 800, Wash, DC) Register to testify(in person or by phone) Kathy Johnson 202-272-00041 (V), 202-272-0065 (TTY), or johnson@access-board.gov. info & updates http://www.access-board.gov/eth/. E-mail comments: docket@access-board.gov ATBCB-2012-0004 in the subject line All comments will be posted without change to http://www.regulations.gov and are available for public viewing.

VOTING
Dates for Voter registration & elections in 2012
08/17 Registration deadline for 09/13 State legislative primary
10/12 registration deadline for 11/06 general election

INFORMATION GATHERING FOR POTENTIAL LEGAL CASES:
1. 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.

2. 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 cchuang@dralegal.org / 510-655-8644 / TTY 510-665-8716.

3. 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) (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.

4. 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 Group (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 ON HIATUS UNTIL 09/12

2nd Wed
6 PM, Memory Arts Café: free art events for people living with Alzheimer’s, caregivers & public (NY Memory Ctr, 199 14 St,4 Ave, Bklyn) 718-499-7701 or alzpoetry.com
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,. 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, Vélez 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 & engagement with works of art & 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 7/11 Time: Tu-Sa 11-7 PM & Sun 1-5 PM, Exhibit at Fountain Gallery (702 Ninth Ave, 48 St) the premier NYC venue representing artists with mental illness, presents Osvaldo Cruz/Keith Pavia:

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

07/10-12, Writing Intervention Workshop: evidence-validated writing model (Everyone Reading, 71 W 23 St., 6 Ave) http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e5yk33fk6c320142&llr=7xk44pbab

07/10-12, 3rd Annual Summer Institute: Beyond Inclusion Improving Outcomes for Students WDs Tools & Strategies for Including Diverse Learners (Temple Univ, Main Campus Philadelphia, PA) Limited scholarships for PWDs & parents For parents who are not education professionals may be available upon request. Registration Fee: $395 or $195 1 day Register http://disabilities.temple.edu/programs/bi/bi2012.shtml Deadline: accommodations 06/18, 06/22 Julie Kessler, PhD 215-204-1977 or jkessler@temple.edu

SINGLE EVENTS

07/05 2:30-4 PM, Accessible Kitchens & Kitchenettes www.accessibilityonline.org adaconferences@adagreatlakes.org or 877-232-1990 (v/TTY)

07/10 10 AM, NYMTC Council Meeting & Public Workshop on the New Regional Transportation Plan (CUNY Grad, 365 Fifth Ave, 34 St) www.NYMTC.org. Photo id required. R.S.V.P. 212-383-7200 or amiles-cole@dot.state.ny.us webcast:
www.NYMTC.org

07/10 10-4 PM, Building Community of Practice: Child Welfare and Domestic Violence Forum (Sarah Lawrence, Bronxvillle)

*NEW 07/10 2-3:15 PM, NSCIA: The Ins and Outs of Manual Wheelchairs, manual wheelchair: different types, sizes, weights, wheel sizes, backs, seats, wheel position, the best way to push a wheelchair, and how to match the wheelchair to your life. https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/801278834

07/10 3:30-4:30 PM, Supporting Adults with ASD in the Workplace using Behavior Supports http://www.vcuautismcenter.org/registration/webcast/index.cfm?webcastID=212

*NEW 07/10 7 PM, C.M. Bob Jackson Town Hall on the City Budget (Northeastern Academy, 532 W 215 St, Park Terrace East - Park Terrace West) 212) 788-7007 for further information & accommodations

*NEW 07/11 7:30-11:30 AM, City & State Workshop Forum: The Art of Advocacy (Hunter College, 68th Street Campus- Room 714W Lecture Hall) Tickets: http://www.cityandstateny.com/art-of-advocacy/

07/11 6-7 PM Brooklyn Boulders: Adaptive Climbing: Information Session (Adaptive Climbing Event, 575 Degraw St, Brooklyn) $11 It is the prerequisite for 7/26 6:30-9 PM, Registration & accommodations Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org

*NEW 07/12 7 PM, C.M. Bob Jackson Town Hall on the City Budget (Moriah, 90 Bennett Ave, 184-186 Sts) 212) 788-7007 for further information & accommodations

07/13 4-6 PM, CIDNY Close Captioned Movie: Midnight in Pairs (CIDNY, 841 Broadway #301, 13-14 Sts) Popcorn & soda Registration & accommodations Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org In this adaptation of Benjamin Mee's memoir about buying and saving a run-down zoo, the locale shifts from Britain to southern California. However, the wacky spirit of the original is retained, complete with escaped tigers and a zoo crew of misfits.

07/15 10:30-Noon: Ages 5-17 & 2-3:30 PM 18+: Access Family Workshop for individuals with DD & LD: Edouard Vuillard: A Painter and His Muses (The Jewish Museum, 1109 Fifth Ave) RSVP: schoolaccess@thejm.org or 212.423.3256 http://www.thejewishmuseum.org/exhibitions/vuillard

07/15 2:30 PM, Science Sense Tours for Visitors who are blind or partially sighted: Minerals and Gems (Amer Museum of Natural History, 79 St & Central Park W) Discover the exquisite collection of minerals and gems of all shapes, sizes & colors, learn about how they are systematically arranged. free with admission Registration is required: 212-313-7565 or accessibility@amnh.org

07/17 2-4 PM, Barrier Busters Workshop #2: Community Organizing (ICS, 25 Elm Place Fulton-Livingston) Rachel Ibrahim, Hunter College Community Organizer RSVP 718- 998-300 or gamari@bcid.org, mgodino@bcid.org

*NEW 07/17 7 PM, C.M. Bob Jackson Town Hall on the City Budget (Convent Avenue Baptist Church Sr Ctr, 420 W 145 St, Convent-St. Nicholas Aves) 212) 788-7007 for further information & accommodations

07/18 noon, NYMTC Brown Bag Lunch: Planning Traffic Changes to Benefit Pedestrians. Pedestrian planners have tamed traffic at some of the city’s most vehicle-dominated locations (199 Water St, 22nd floor) RSVP to attend: Lisa Dean 212-383-7200 or ldean@dot.state.ny.us. Webinar http://www.nymtc.org/download.cfm?filename=6.13.12 BB notice and webinar form.pdf

*NEW 07/18 noon-1:30 PM, ADA Legal Issues Webinar: Pregnancy Discrimination, Disability and the ADA CART: via the elluminate Live! platform. Please visit the registration site for details. https://adagreat.powweb.com/WebForms/Login/index.php?utm_source=DBTAC+July+18th+Legal+Webinar+Series&utm_campaign=July+18+Webinar&utm_medium=email

07/18 noon-4 PM, Consumer Action Network (CAN) Meeting (CIDNY, 841 Broadway #301, 13-14 Sts) meet a City Council staff member to learn how your voice can be heard and how elected officials address issues affecting people with disabilities. Registration & accommodations Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org

07/18 3-4:30 PM, Get to the Core of It: Best Practices in the Four Core Services #4: IL Skills Training https://secure.xo.com/ncil.org/store/index.php

*NEW 07/19 8:30-4:30 PM, 6th Annual NYC Peer Specialist Conference: Redesign by Design: Healthcare Reform and the Role of Peer Specialists (NYU Kimmel Ctr, 60 Washington Sq South) register: NYPeer@omh.ny.gov

*NEW 07/19 7 PM, C.M. Bob Jackson Town Hall on the City Budget (Manhattan Pentecostal Church, 547 W 125 St, Amsterdam-Broadway) 212-788-7007 for further information & accommodations

07/22 11 AM 6–17 / 2-3:30 PM. 18+, Summer Fun @ Met: Workshops for Visitors with DD & LD (1000 5th Ave) includes a gallery tour & a related art activity registration required & accommodation: 212-650-2010, or access@metmuseum.org

07/24 2-4 PM, Barrier Busters Workshop #3: Accessibility Issues with ADA Counselor (ICS, 25 Elm Place Fulton-Livingston) Adam Hanski RSVP 718- 998-300 or gamari@bcid.org, mgodino@bcid.org

07/24 3-4 PM, NYC Accessible Taxicabs/Advocacy & the ADA Presenter: Jim Weisman https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/932015298

*NEW 07/25 9:30-12:30, Managed Long-Term Care (CSS, 105 E 22 St, Conf Rm 4A) David Silva, Esq., Selfhelp Learn about the NYS’ Medicaid Redesign initiative changes to Medicaid’s mandatory Managed Long-Term Care (MLTC). The differences between the various types of Medicaid and Medicare Managed Care plans, what is covered by MLTC, how it interacts with other coverage, enrollment/disenrollment procedures, and due process rights & counseling about plan choice. Fee: $50 Register: http://benefitsplus.cssny.org/home/training

07/25 3-4:30 PM, Teaching the Importance of Exploring All Options Toward Further Education registration: http://www.ilru.org/html/forms/webinar-cart.html effective strategies for assisting youth WDs to post-secondary education.

07/25 3:30-7 PM, Access Project: Upper West Side Survey & Mingle (CB 7, 250 W 87 St) The Access Project collects and maps information on accessible establishments throughout NYC. Join us for an afternoon of information collecting and socializing.

07/25 4-8 PM, ICS annual member art show & reception (ICS's Brooklyn, 25 Elm Place) 718-907-1622 Members: Transportation will NOT be provided. Mass transit use will be reimbursed, speak to your Care Manager for information.

7/26 9-noon, Fire Prevention & Safety for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing (FDNY Hq, 9 MetroTech) https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?llr=meyn98jab&oeidk=a07e5zci3qv4d044ee8

07/27 4-6 PM, CIDNY Close Captioned Movie: (CIDNY, 841 Broadway #301, 13-14 Sts) Popcorn & soda Registration & accommodations Eva Eason 646-442-4156 or eeason@cidny.org

07/31 2-4 PM, Barrier Busters Workshop #4: Action Planning with ADA Counselor (ICS, 25 Elm Place Fulton-Livingston) Adam Hanski RSVP 718- 998-300 or gamari@bcid.org, mgodino@bcid.org
http://www.healthcare.gov/videos/2011/06/people-with-disabilities.html The Affordable Care Act & PWDs

http://www.propublica.org/special/state-by-state-how-health-reform-could-expand-medicaid Experts estimate that nearly 16 million Americans could be added to the M/caid rolls by ‘19 under an expansion in the ACA,the Supreme Court ruled that states can opt out without risk of losing federal support for M/caid, raising the stakes that some may do so. Forecasted growth in state M/caid rolls under the expansion.

http://www.ibo.nyc.ny.us/iboreports/nhmp2012.html The Mayor's New Housing Marketplace Plan: Recession, Funding Shifts, and Changing Goals Mean Fewer New Apartments Likely to Be Built

http://www.nysilc.org/caucus-bu/2012FeaturedHighlights.doc NYSILC 2012 public policy agenda

http://weconnectnow.wordpress.com/ The website was developed in an effort to connect and integrate college students with disabilities as a virtual community with a voice on important issues. The We Connect Now website has been up and serving college students with disabilities since April of 2008.

www.nampwd.wordpress.com The New American Movement for People with Disabilities web site

JOBS/FELLOW/SCHOLARSHIPS/INTERNSHIPS

http://wheelingforward.org/our-programs/scholarship-fund-for-students-with-disabilities/ Scholarship Fund for Students with Disb @ CUNY Baruch SWDs

https://a002-oom03.nyc.gov/IRF/Handlers/Campaign/Attachments.ashx?attachmentId=a4f2992d-0953-453a-9ae2-762eed75127f NYC Civic Corps

http://www.dol.gov/opa/media/press/odep/ODEP20121046.htm Labor Department Announces Disability Employment App Challenge - Deadline 8/23

http://www.proyectovision.net/english/news/48/opportunities.html monthly list of scholarships & internships

http://www.sba.gov/startupamerica/student-startup-plan Income-Based Repayment is an existing payment option for Federal student loans. It supports young college grads, including those looking to start a business, join a startup, or work in a public service job by making Federal student loan repayment manageable. It can help you keep your loan payments affordable by using a sliding scale to determine how much you can afford to pay on your Federal loans—empowering you to take risks with new opportunities.

ACTION ALERTS
Advocate for passage of the Workforce Investment Act of 2012 by supporting HR 4227 with updated language in the Rehabilitation Act (Title IV of the WIA; Oppose H.R. 4297) Urge your Congressional leaders to support passage of the Workforce Investment Act of 2012 by supporting HR 4227 with updated language in the Rehabilitation Act (Title IV of the WIA).

Phone calls to oppose the expansion of Kendra’s law. Gov Cuomo 518-474-8390, Assembly Speaker Silver 518-455-3791 & Senate Majority Leader Skelos 518-455-3171; leave the following message: “I’m a registered voter calling from (your locality) urging you to oppose proposals to expand Kendra’s Law or make it permanent and to instead support true service improvements”

A. 9880, Support Mental Health Education in Schools Legislation Call: Assembly Speaker Silver 518-455-3791

City Council voter bills: 1. Email Speaker Quinn (http://council.nyc.gov/d3/html/members/home.shtml) asking her to move the following bills to a hearing and a vote.2. 2. Call, write or email your Council member and ask him or her to co-sponsor the bills (call 311 to identify your CM. Intro 728 give voter registration when registering children for school; Intro 613 email information about election information; Intro 721 poll worker program to give city employees incentives to work on Election Day; Intro 760 requires the Board of Elections (BoE) to report the number of NYers who register to vote while at other city agencies; Intro 769 include state and federal election info in NYC Voters’ Guides; & Intro 778 requires BoE to report data required by the Mayor's Management Report to the City Council to better measure its performance.

http://www.change.org/petitions/the-mta-within-the-state-of-new-york-reinstate-the-b39-and-b51-bus-routes

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

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://signon.org/sign/drop-the-medicare-in?source=s.em.cp&r_by=2017285 Drop the Medicare In Home Rule Now

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.

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
*NEW https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet/embeddedform?formkey=dF9mMzNzblJxOXVVVm5qSm1EY0FWSWc6MQ
How assistive technology can meet the needs of people with disabilities survey

https://mail.google.com/mail/u/0/?tab=wm#label/events+list/1380aaef84aa3dff AHRC Family Education Survey

https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/NYSILCsurvey part of a statewide effort to help better identify needs of PWDs for the upcoming Statewide Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) in NY for 2014-2016.

http://www.surveygizmo.com/s3/882523/TransitChoices DRED’s Public Transit Choices By PWDs, as part of our transportation research on the 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

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, contact the RRTC on Aging 866-928-2114 or agerrtc@uw.edu. Study participants will be compensated for their time and phone expenses

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

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