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The Bridge News from the Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Volume XVI, Number 5 May 2005 ABIL
offers and promotes programs designed to empower people with
disabilities to take personal responsibility so they may achieve or
continue independent lifestyles within the community. ABIL is a member
of the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL). "Not just
responding to change, but leading it!" ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- (ABIL
& Staff contact numbers can be found at the end of the document) AS
I SEE IT... A
Perspective on Privatization of Social Security By
Dr. Frank Kells, A former and founding Board Member of ABIL Attention:
This is a disaster alert! As
you know, the President, and those around him who really call the shots,
have launched an all-out campaign to sell one of their most dangerous
and ill-conceived ideas to the American people. I refer to his proposal
for the so-called “reform” of the Social Security system. He
makes it sound so tempting: Let workers have the option to invest part
of their FICA contributions in the stock market and thus accumulate a
much larger nest egg for retirement or to leave to their families. His
catch-word is “ownership.” In other words, the money is YOURS rather
than the government’s. Great idea, right? WRONG! First,
this would add over $2 trillion ($2,000,000,000,000) to our enormous
national debt of at least $5 trillion ($5,000,000,000,000) with no
explanation of where this astronomical amount of money might come from.
Most economists say that the first victim would be Social Security
benefits, especially for those now under age 55 who had bought into the
“ownership” idea. But that is not the worst of it. There
is a much more subtle deception in this “ownership” concept.
Here’s a little historical background to help explain this point: The
Social Security Act has long been known by its acronym, OASDI, which
represents the key provisions of the Act: ...“OA”
stands for “Old Age,” a guaranteed basic lifetime income upon retirement at
the standard age. (This seems to be the only section mentioned in the
proposed plan.) ...“S”
stands for “Survivors,” providing basic income to dependents in the event of
the breadwinner’s premature death. ...“D” stands for “Disability,” providing income (SSDI) if a
worker becomes disabled, and unable to continue adequate employment,
before reaching retirement age. (This “D” section, as well as the
above “S” section, are conspicuous by their absence!) ...And,
MOST IMPORTANT, “I” stands for “INSURANCE,” which means pooling the
contributions of ALL participants to provide compensation to you if YOU
happen to be the unlucky one! Under the “ownership” plan, you or
your family would be left holding the bag, struggling to pay impossible
bills with only the limited nest egg you’ve been able to set aside.
The President wishes you good luck! In
any case, the “I” does NOT stand for “INVESTMENT.”
That would be like entrusting the guarantees of your future survival to
Wall Street and Las Vegas, instead of the full faith and credit of our
good old USA! That’s a risk you should NOT be willing to take,
regardless of how seductively the White House tries to convince you
otherwise. Of
course at some point, Social Security will need additional funding,
whatever the debatable timing and amount. How about removing the current
$90,000 ceiling on income subject to FICA withholding? Or capping the
total benefits for the wealthiest recipients? Or closing the glaring
loopholes in our tax laws? Or setting a maximum amount for COLA’s
(Cost Of Living Adjustments)? No doubt multi-millionaires would object
strenuously, but wouldn’t this be a much better use for their excess
dollars than more mega-mergers, golden parachutes, global out-sourcing,
and permanent tax cuts for the most affluent? I
can only speculate on why they want to reform Social Security. Could it
be simply that the bankers and brokers are eager to collect some of the
IOU’s from their campaign contributions? Incidentally,
the same goes for the President’s so-called “Medicare reform.” In
any event, phone, write, or E-mail your three Congresspersons. Tell them
that you want no part of the President’s Social Security and Medicare
reforms and that you’ll be watching their votes closely as these
proposals are cleverly managed through the House and Senate. God Bless
America, and S.O.S. (Save Our Security)! P.S.
- No, I’m not a Democrat or an incurable liberal, if that’s what
you’re thinking. I’m an Independent, sitting on the fence, nose to
the grindstone, shoulder to the wheel, with both ears to the ground. I
must admit, I have a strong bias against anything that hurts people with
disabilities. In that regard, I regret more than ever that John McCain
didn’t win the Republican primaries five years ago!
--------------------- Consortium
for Citizens with Disabilities Social
Security Facts Social Security provides benefits to 47 million people, over
7 million of these are people with disabilities, their spouses and
children. When most people talk about Social Security changes, they only
discuss retirement benefits. This is a very serious concern for people
with disabilities and their families because changes in the program will
have a huge impact on everyone who gets benefits - not just people who
retire. The CCD Social Security Task Force created a set of Fact
Sheets to educate people about the potential devastating effect of major
program changes. The Fact Sheets discuss the following topics: l
What Benefits Do People with Disabilities and Their Families Get from
Social Security? l
How Does Social Security Help People with Disabilities & Their
Families? l
How Does Social Security Protect Young Workers and Their Families? l
How is Social Security Funded? l
How Will Individual Private Accounts Affect Social Security? l
How Are the Social Security & SSI Disability Programs Different? l
Checklist: Effect of Proposed Changes on People with Disabilities &
Their Families Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities , 1660 L Street NW,
Suite 701, Washington, DC 20036. See
www.c-c-d.org or
call 202-783-2229. The CCD,
a coalition of over 100 national consumer, provider & advocacy
organizations, advocates for national public policy to ensure the self
determination, independence, empowerment, integration & inclusion of
the 54 million children and adults with disabilities living in the
United States. LET
YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! What
do you think about Social Security Reform proposals put forth by the
President? Do you know how
Social Security works? Do
you know how Benefits would be affected by changing the Social Security
system to allow people to invest in private accounts?
Find out answers to these questions at AARP’s Social Security
Forums held all around the
state. Contact AARP to find the nearest one to you at 602-262-5176. Call
today - don’t be left out of the discussion! ---------------------------- Fogging
for Mosquitoes is Back By Donna Kruck It is that time of year when the Mosquitoes are breeding
again and Maricopa County will be taking action to reduce our exposure
to West Nile Virus through education, fogging and larviciding.
Some people are concerned about the health risks of trucks going
through neighborhoods spraying insecticide to kill mosquitoes. Below are
a few Questions and Answers about Maricopa County’s efforts to reduce
the incidence of West Nile Virus, commonly spread by Mosquitoes.
The unedited answers are those of Al Brown from the County
Environmental Services Department and Dr. Robert Jones from the County
Public Health Department. Q - The paper
this week had a “Fogging Schedule” which suggests Maricopa County
will be fogging regularly. I
thought the County said they were going to fog one square mile areas
when the traps collected at least 30 Culex or 300 floodwater mosquitoes,
and if they’d done it that way last year, the County would have
sprayed perhaps 10 times.
A - We are expecting our more aggressive public education,
community partnerships and larviciding campaign to result in
significantly less fogging than last year. Controlling the mosquito
population in the areas with high mosquito trap counts will minimize
risk of mosquito borne disease and hold the mosquito population in
check. Q - Since fogging only kills about 10 percent of the adult
mosquitoes and even Vector Control staff admit it makes people sick, why
are they fogging? A - The County Vector Control Program periodically conducts
before and after trapping in areas where fogging occurs. Mosquito counts
are reduced by 75% – 100% after fogging. Mosquito populations may
rebound after a few days if the source of the mosquitoes is not
eliminated or treated with larvicide. That is why we supplement fogging
a specific area with additional mosquito surveys and larviciding. West Nile Fogging Information
Maricopa County fogging schedule and
description www.maricopa.gov/wnv
Here is the exact link to the
fogging schedule: http://www.maricopa.gov/wnv/fogging/default.aspx
West Nile Information by phone:
602-506-0700 To get email updates from consumer
advocates concerned about fogging, contact Mary at budinger@earthlink.net
For automatic email notification
each time the County posts a spraying notice, go to http://www.maricopa.gov/WNV/
Click on the box that says “M
info, West Nile Virus Updates” and give them your email address. In addition to updates to the fogging schedule, the auto
email is triggered by changes to the website.
So if you get an email and with no fogging schedule, the County
may have put up a new brochure on the website. Dr. Robert Jones also shared this: “The main message that I would like citizens and health
care professionals to remember is that of Prevention! Our “Fight the
Bite” campaign was found in a study by ASU to have reached 98% of our
population. Unfortunately,
getting people to make life-style changes to protect and maintain their
health is not such an easy process. This information was again provided
to the news media and we have been targeting areas of increase
mosquitoes with increase information. All of us must check our own homes
and yards once or twice a week for potential breeding sites and follow
the recommendations of wearing protective clothing and repellant. We
also recommend limiting time out of doors in the early morning and
evening. We will be dealing with two types of mosquitoes this year - one
which is the Culex which is the primary type and specifically the type
that is already testing positive. The
flood water mosquito will be more prevalent in the coming weeks and
while not as likely to carry WNV it still has the potential and will
bite all day long. Given the amount of moisture and increased numbers of
mosquitoes that we are seeing already, we will need not only the efforts
of the county government, but of all of our citizens and neighbors.” -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Work
Incentives on the Road By Erik Jensen ABIL’s Social Security Benefits Planning, Assistance and
Outreach (BPAO) program, AZ Freedom to Work, is a statewide program.
We can help Social Security beneficiaries with disabilities
understand how earned income will affect their cash and medical
benefits. There are many Work Incentives through Social Security and
other social service programs that can help beneficiaries make the
transition to employment. Knowing how the system works is the key to
success. Our goal is to help you understand your benefits so that you
can make decisions that are right for you concerning employment. ABIL has contracted with other Centers for Independent Living
in Arizona to provide valuable information and answers to your questions
about Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental
Security Income (SSI), so residents of places like Sierra Vista or Lake
Havasu City don’t have to come to the Valley to receive personalized
assistance. Work Incentives Specialists from each of the Centers
regularly travel outside the major metropolitan areas to reach
individuals living in Arizona’s many smaller cities and towns. One example of this outreach effort is ABIL’s outreach to
Pinal County. Once a month,
I provide assistance to residents in the greater Casa Grande area the
Casa Grande One-Stop Center. Social
Security beneficiaries can contact the One-Stop Center to register for
presentations on SSI or SSDI, depending upon they are on.
If you’re already employed, or have a job offer you’re
considering, you can schedule a one-on-one appointment to discuss your
specific situation. To register for a presentation or to schedule an individual
appointment with a Work Incentive Specialist in Casa Grande, contact
Daniel Hassell, Disability Program Navigator for the Casa Grande
One-Stop Center, 520-426-3529, or in person at the One Stop at 401 N.
Marshall St. ------------------------------------------------ Laughter
Therapy! Announcing two new SOC/REC Activities!
ABIL is offering two Laughter Therapy groups with Caroline White
from “Theatre 168.” Laughter
therapy is a healthy, non-ridiculing and connecting way to spend time
with others. Laughter provides physiological, psychological and
spiritual benefits, you probably never realized or imagined.
We will: l Add laughter to familiar movements, creating
exercise. l Teach and incorporate the benefits of breathing. l Address monthly birthdays l Learn daily practices to prevent hardening of
attitudes. l End with affirmations. l Follow that with time to socialize and eat pizza! We are born with the gift of laughter...so, lets re-learn to
laugh, and live, all over again! Cost:
$5.00 including pizza. Send
in your money to Andrea Reynoso, in ABIL’s Mesa office, 2150 S.
Country Club #10 Mesa, AZ 85210.
Space is limited to 15 people at each event. Please RSVP by May 17th!
Tuesday, May 24th
, Mesa Classroom. 11:30 - 1:00 pm RSVP to Andrea Reynoso-Punch at
480-222-4211 Thursday, May 26th
, Phx Kitchen/Classroom. 11:30 - 1:00 pm RSVP to Leanne Jones at
602-296-0535 Jester’Z Improv Comedy Night! Thursday June 9th
8PM “Theatre 168” (SW corner of McDowell & Scottsdale Rd in the Papago
Plaza) Comprised of professional actors, comedians, and stand up
comics - The Jester’Z provide instant comedy - made up on the spot!
The audience plays an important role in each show: suggestions such as a
name, a location, an attitude, an emotion, an accent, maybe a silly
secret to be divulged all comes from YOU, the audience.
The setup comes from the audience so every scene is unique, and
every show is a memorable experience. Shows are family sensitive - All
ages are welcome and there is no swearing, vulgarity, alcohol or
smoking. Come be part of
the suggestion FUN or just sit back, relax and enjoy the SHOW!!
Admission is $8.00 on Thursday.
They have a snack bar available.
The last event on April 7th
was a hit! Thanks to
everyone for coming out! For more information and show times call “Theatre 168” at
480-423-0120. Reservations
are recommended. Andrea Reynoso-Punch, CLO Coordinator -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Celebrate
the ADA!!! Fifteen years later, and what it really means to us. Second in a five-part series by Joanna Savidan with thanks to
Denise Thompson and Robert Lynch for the use of their synopsis’ Title
II - State and Local Governments l
May not refuse to allow a person with a disability to participate in a
service, program, or activity simply because the person has a
disability. For example, a city may not refuse to allow a person with
epilepsy to use parks and recreational facilities. l
Must provide programs and services in an integrated setting, unless
separate or different measures are necessary to ensure equal
opportunity. l
Must eliminate unnecessary eligibility standards or rules that deny
individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to enjoy their
services, programs or activities unless “necessary” for the
provisions of the service, program or activity. Requirements that tend
to screen out individuals with disabilities, such as requiring a
driver’s license as the only acceptable means of identification, are
also prohibited. l
Safety requirements that are necessary for the safe operation of the
program in question, such as requirements for eligibility for drivers’
licenses, may be imposed if they are based on actual risks and not on
mere speculation, stereotypes, or generalizations about individuals with
disabilities. l
Are required to make reasonable modifications in policies, practices,
and procedures that deny equal access to individuals with disabilities,
unless a fundamental alteration in the program would result. For
example, a city office building would be required to make an exception
to a rule prohibiting animals in public areas in order to admit guide
dogs and other service animals assisting individuals with disabilities. l
Must furnish auxiliary aids and services when necessary to ensure
effective communication, unless an undue burden or fundamental
alteration would result. l
May provide special benefits, beyond those required by the regulation,
to individuals with disabilities. l
May not place special charges on individuals with disabilities to cover
the costs of measures necessary to ensure nondiscriminatory treatment,
such as making modifications required to provide program accessibility
or providing qualified interpreters. l Shall operate their programs so that, when viewed in
their entirety, they are readily accessible to and usable by individuals
with disabilities. ---------------------------------------- FRESHOPE
Family Relationships, Education,
Support, Hope, and Outreach for PEople who
care Support
Group & Counseling for Families of Adults Diagnosed with a Mental
Disorder
MODULE I:
Mental Illness: Descriptions, prognosis,
symptoms, and medications. You
will learn the basics regarding Psychotic Disorders and Schizophrenia,
Mood Disorders such as Depression and Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety
Disorders, Co-occurring issues, and other mental illnesses. MODULE
II:
Living with your family member: Effective communication,
problem-solving, and boundary-setting/enforcement; and how to handle
difficult symptoms such as depression, anger, anxiety, violence, and
crisis. MODULE III: Managing YOU: Taking care
of yourself; taking personal time; dealing with your difficult emotions
such as frustration, guilt, sadness, and embarrassment; stress
management and relief; managing burnout and exhaustion; grief; and
building support MODULE IV: Maneuvering: Other
peoples’ reactions, including your own family; dealing with stigmas;
building support; rights and responsibilities; dealing with the
“system” FREE!
Open to all participants - Each module is two hours long and meets for four
weeks. All modules are
available all the time. You will meet other people with similar
concerns. Pre-registration is preferred, but not required; you can
register at the door at the first meeting of each module. For more
details, please contact Tami Talamantez-Zuniga at the Presbyterian
Service Agency, 602-995-1767. Refreshments
will be served! ----------------------------- Advocacy
Presentations/Workshops All Advocacy presentations are free – Participants must RSVP
with David Carey, 602-443-0723. Presentations/Workshops without a minimum of 4 participants
are subject to cancellation. For
accommodations or alternative format please call in advance. For ABIL
van transportation please call as soon as possible. ABIL requests a $1+
donation (each way) for ABIL van transportation.
Consumers must be 18 years+ or their own legal guardian. Social
Security Work Incentives l
On
Social Security Benefits? l
Do
you want to work? l
We
can help you understand the Social Security rules, new work incentives,
and how to work your way off poverty. Workshops
for Service Providers
Learn about ABIL’s Benefits Planning, Assistance and
Outreach program. Friday, May 6
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ABIL Metro Center, 10000 N. 31st Ave. #D405, Phx Workshops
for SSI/SSDI Consumers Consumers come and learn how employment will affect your cash
and medical benefits. Please
sign up for the workshop that matches the kind of Social Security you
receive. If you are unsure which kind you receive, David can help you
figure that out when you call 602-443-0723
to RSVP. We are
holding separate workshops for each type of benefit: Social Security
Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
because each program has different rules and different work incentives.
If you receive both, let David know and he will help you get an
appointment with a Work Incentive Specialist. Family members and/or
support person are welcome. Work Incentives & SSI
Tuesday, May 10
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 2345 E. Thomas Rd. Ste.
290, Phoenix, AZ Friday, May 13
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ABIL Metro Center, 10000 N. 31st Ave. #D405, Phx Tuesday, May 24
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 735 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 134, Gilbert, AZ Work
Incentives & SSDI
Friday May 27
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 2345 E. Thomas Rd. Ste.
290, Phoenix, AZ -------------------------------------- Your
Right to Decide: Health Care Decisions Everyone has the right to decide what kind of health care
they want - or don’t want. What
if you were unable to communicate your wishes?
Have you thought about and discussed your wishes with family
members and your doctor? Learn
how to complete advance directives - also known as living wills - and
how to talk about these issues. For more information visit
www.hcdecisions.org. Guest Speaker: Barbara Volk-Craft, RN, MBA, PhD Monday, May 9
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. 2345 E. Thomas Rd. Ste.
290, Phoenix, AZ Interested
in Self-Determination and Self-Direction? An old form of business, cooperatives, is being
revolutionized by families and individuals who use human services as a
way to realize Self-determination.
People with Disabilities and Families are organizing a
Self-directed Maricopa Co-op that will provide care giving services.
Also known as Human Service Cooperatives, they are owned and directed by
those that use its services. Come
join us for more information about this exciting movement. Monday, May 16
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. 2345 E. Thomas Rd.
Ste. 290, Phoenix, AZ ------------------------------------------- PDBTAC Teleconference May 17th Noon-1:30
ABIL/Phx This third session of a three part series will focus on the
issues surrounding reasonable accommodation under the Americans with
Disabilities Act and focus on practices currently being utilized by
employers to address this critical issue in the employment process.
Speaker: David Fram, National Employment Law Institute.
Questions
about the ADA? The Pacific
Disability and Business Technical Assistance Center (PDBTAC) can answer
questions on all aspects of the ADA and/or provide you with literature
in print or alternative formats. Call 1-800-949-4232 or log on to:
http://www.pacdbtac.org --------------------------------------- “Gathering
Voices-Creating New Visions”
By
Fernando Cruz & Paula Grodecki
The First Annual Urban American Indian Disability/Vocational
Rehabilitation Summit, held at the Phoenix Burton Barr Library, focused
on American Indians with disabilities and area service providers. It
brought together service representatives and consumers from all over the
state of Arizona. The idea for the summit started a year ago as a “Talking
Circle” at the Native American Community Health Center, Inc. (NACHCI).
Initiated by Jim E. Warne, Oglala Lakota, San Diego State University and
facilitated by Dennis Huff of NACHCI. The summit was truly what was
needed to bring together service providers and American Indians with
disabilities. The summit began with a blessing by Richard Beyal, followed
by Gary Rush, NACHCI, who sang a ceremonial song to open the summit. The
day was filled with speakers, including a presentation by Fernando Cruz
of ABIL, representatives from Services Maximizing Independent Living
& Empowerment (SMILE), Clear Path’s Tribal Outreach Program,
Social Security Administration, Banner Health, Tribal Vocational
Rehabilitation, Raising Special Kids, ABIL and others who provided
summit attendees with valuable information. Paula Grodecki accompanied East Valley Reintegration Program
consumers, all members of the Navajo Nation, to the summit. Everyone
enjoyed American Indian flute music, singing, drumming and fry bread in
addition to learning about American Indian disability issues and many
services and resources. ABIL provided van transportation that made East Valley
consumer participation possible. Nursing home residents appreciated the
opportunity to attend, to get away from the nursing home for the day and
to enjoy the homemade foods that they miss so much. On their way back to
their nursing home, consumers asked Paula, “When are we going to
another summit.” They look forward to accessing services they learned
about and applying the resources toward a goal of Independent Living. It should be noted that this was the first time many summit
participants met with other American Indians with disabilities, bringing
the realization that they are not alone, but members of a large and
proactive community. A
comment heard many times was: “Fernando Cruz gave the most outstanding
and personally motivating presentation.” Planning committee member Rosalie Perry developed the theme
“Gathering Voices – Creating New Visions” and from the beginning,
planners were committed to seeing the Summit become a reality. On March 24th a seed was planted, a path was cleared and
the future for American Indians with disabilities looks brighter. ---------------------------------------------- DAY ON THE LAKE Friday May 13th & Saturday May 14th Everyone
is welcome! Sponsored by Hanger Orthotics and Barrow Neurological
Institute, this years adapted activities are water skiing, kayaking,
fishing, jet skiing, and boat rides. Sessions run each day from
8:30 am - 11:00 am and 11am - 2:30 pm. This is a free event but it
does require advance registration. for more information call
602-406-3606. ------------------------------------------- Youth Action Council of Az
Southwest Institute for Families & Children with Special
Needs (SWI) Are you interested in meeting new people your age? Do you
believe young adults should have a voice in matters that affect them?
Are you interested in politics? YAC-AZ is your group! You make the
rules! You decide what to do! Join
us to learn more: Pizza Party - Saturday, May 21st, 12:30 p.m. 5111 N. Scottsdale Rd. #105, Scottsdale Please RSVP by May 19th! · Learn how to speak in public about issues that affect you.
· Meet your legislators. · Volunteer with organizations. · Learn how
to self-advocate. · Organize and participate in social activities. ·
Have fun! E-mail: info@swifamilies.org Contact: David Carey @602-443-0723
Nora Stiles @480-222-8800 ext. 30 ---------------------------------------- ABIL Community Calendar – RSVP for All Events Funding for Social and Recreational activities is provided
(in part) by the Arizona Department of Economic Security. ABIL requests
a $1+ donation (each way) for transportation provided on the ABIL van.
Consumers must be 18 years+ or own legal guardian for ABIL van
transportation. Please do
not wear scented products or smoke when attending events. Reasonable
Accommodations, including Sign Language Interpreters and Personal
Assistants, will be provided at ABIL events upon request. May 03 Peer Mentor Training
Part I, 10:00 AM- 4:30 PM. Thomas Ste 290. Marilon Cox, 602-443-0725 May 05 Peer Mentor Training
Part II, 12:00 PM- 4:30 PM. Thomas Ste 290. Marilon Cox, 602-443-0725 May 06
Work Incentives/Providers 1-3:00 PM. Metro Classroom. Details,
page 7. David Carey, 602-443-0723 May 06
SR/Dolly Steamboat, 8:00 AM- 4:00 PM. All consumers need to meet
at ABIL at 7:30 am for trip out to the lake. Canyon Lake, Apache
Junction. $17.00 per person. Bring your own lunch or money for lunch at
the lake, no food allowed on the boat. Leanne Jones, 602-296-0535 May 09
Health Care Decisions, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Thomas Ste 290. Details,
page 7. David Carey, 602-443-0723 May 10
Work Incentives/SSI, 1:00
- 3:00 PM. Thomas Ste 290. Details, page 7. David Carey, 602-443-0723 May 12
SR/Arts & Crafts Group, 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM. Mesa Classroom.
Bring $3.00 for pizza or your own lunch. $2.00 cost for craft materials.
Leanne Jones, 602-296-0535 May 12
V.O.I.C.E., 11:00 AM- 2:00 PM. A monthly support and information
group. 10th Annual V.O.I.C.E Picnic at the Encanto Park Clubhouse,
Phoenix. Clayton Guffy 602-789-9129. May 13
Work Incentives/SSI, 1:00 - 3:00 PM. Metro Classroom. Details,
page 7. David Carey, 602-443-0723 May 16
Cooperatives, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. Thomas Ste 290. Are you
interested in Self-determination and Self-direction? Details, page 7.
David Carey, 602-443-0723 May 17
Healer Within, 1:30-3:30PM. Thomas Ste 290. Women’s wellness
group: Body, mind and spirit - Make an appointment with yourself. Donna
Kruck, 602-443-0722 May 17
Glendale Commission on Persons with Disabilities, 6:30 - 8:30 PM.
Open to the public. 5959 W. Brown St., 2nd floor Conference Room. Pamela
Unternaehrer, 623-930-2287 May 18
SR/Challenger Space Center, 11:00 AM- 2:00 PM. A space themed
learning environment. 21170 N 83rd Ave. Peoria. Cost: $4.00. Leanne
Jones, 602-296-0535 May 20
COMPASS, 2:00 - 4:30 PM. Providing direction and networking to
persons with disabilities. ,Scottsdale Senior Center, 7375 E. 2nd St.,
Bldg. 2, Rm. 5, Scottsdale. Susan DeNova, 602-470-1802 x 114 May 23
SR/Newsletter Assembly, 9:00 AM - ???? Phx Kitchen. Leanne Jones,
602-296-0535 May 24
Work Incentives/SSI, 10:00 AM-12:00 PM. Details, page 7. David
Carey, 602-443-0723 May 24
Caroline White Laughter Therapy, 11:30 AM-1:00 PM. Mesa
Classroom. 30 min of Laughter Therapy and Luncheon to follow. Andrea
Reynoso-Punch, 480-222-4211 May 26
Laughter Therapy and Pizza, 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM. Phx
Kitchen/Classroom. Leanne Jones, 602-296-0535 May 27
Work Incentives/SSDI, 1:00 PM- 3:00 PM. Thomas Ste 290. Details,
page 7. David Carey, 602-443-0723 May 31
Healer Within, 12:30-3:00
PM. Women’s wellness group: Body, mind and spirit - Make an
appointment with yourself. Donna Kruck, 602-443-0722 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Classified Ads – Deadline For June issue – May 11th
To place a disability related ad call 602-443-0724 or send by
email marked “Want Ad” to carolanq@abil.org
ABIL provides space for individuals to place personal disability
related ads free of charge. The fee for a business ad is $25. ABIL is
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Driving training on the system would be required, but van can be
driven by the able bodied. $5000 OBO. For more info email:
steinmetzz@yahoo.com See
photos at http://homeworkskb.tripod.com/fordvan/Fordvan.htm 98 Ford Club Wagon w/ Ricon Lift, power (raise, slide &
turn) driver’s seat, hand controls. Lift w/dual remote. 53,000 miles,
interior & engine in exclnt cond, a little exterior cosmetic damage.
New tires, recent full check up. $14,000 OBO.
Also, Permobile Chairman Wheelchair w/battery charger w/original
seat cushion; 8 yrs old, seat raises, legs raise, seat reclines,
adjustable speeds. $23,000 New, Asking
$3,500. Other misc. items for varying prices; shower wheelchair,
Aluminum portable amp, sliding boards, Jay cushions, etc. Call Lisa,
480-516-1975 ‘99 Dodge Caravan w/Braun wheelchair conversion. Very good
condition. Sun City area. Asking $15,995. Call for more info. Ray,
623-974-1865 ‘86 Dodge van w/lift. 88,000 miles. runs good. Needs A/C
work and paint. New tires,and new brakes. Recent front end has been
rebuilt.$2,500. Call Dennis or Robin, 623-979-3767 ‘99 Dodge Hi-top van w/Crowriver lift. Pwr windows/locks,
cruise, radio/CD/TV/VCR w/remote & head phones. Wood grain int.,
int. lighting, elec trifold rear couch. Tinted windows. Blinds on side
windows. Front/rear A/C/heat. New heavy duty battery. Int. exclnt cond.
One owner. Serviced regularly. Dark green w/tan int. Captain chairs,
locking gas cap. Must see! Runs great! Asking $25,000. Dennis or Robin
623-979-3767 Get1 Power chair, 4yrs old, used only 1½ yrs. Red w/black
trim, left handed controls, on board charger. Sun City area. Originally
6K. Call for info. 623-933-0939 Solo 4 wheel scooter, approx 5 yrs, good shape, new battery,
300lb capacity. $1000. 602-819-6352 Victory 3 wheel scooter w/basket. Used twice. Asking $1800.
623-556-0898 Hoveround power chair, brand new, never used. $2000. Pace
Saver 3 whl scooter, $600. Legend Pride 4 whl scooter, $750. Bruno
electric lift for scooter/power chair. Call 602-570-5191 ’04 Hoveround Technique pwr chair, 5 spd, on board charger,
35 miles per charge. Used once. $3500 OBO. 602-348-3069 Hospital bed, fully electric w/vibrate mode. Good shape.
Original cost $1300, Best Offer. Call after 6PM, 480-945-3855 Legend Pride scooter. Very good condition. $500 OBO.
602-957-3295 Therapeutic massage chair w/heat, roller chair, lt mauve,
good condition.$350. Seeking electric lift chair/recliner for smaller
person. Call 623-566-8260 Soma Water bed (water filled tube-style) w/pedestal. Exclnt
for pressure relief. Asking
$200. Dave 480-206-1369 Therapeutic mattress, by Pressure Guard, used less than 2
mo., cost new $4600, asking $1200 OBO. 480-857-6673 ’03 Worldwide Escort II XL Scooter Lift. Like new
condition. Fits car, truck or van w/2" receiver hitch.
$1000. 602-866-8454 15" Roho cushion w/hard base, includes pump. Good
condition - used 6 months. Asking
$100 OBO. Call 602-625-2493. If no answer, leave name and phone number. Motorized I-TEC, Bed to Wheelchair or Toilet Sack Transfer
Lift: It has three, 4 Inch I-beam straight rails. The first is
14 feet, the second is 13 feet and the third is 3 feet. Can be ceiling
mounted or placed on 2 T-Bars for free standing ability. Motor has 400
lb lift capability. Heavy duty lifting strap and sturdy transfer
straps. Loads of safety features. Lift motor currently stored in
original shipping crate. Rails are clean & wrapped in plastic.
Exclnt cond! See it for yourself. Price new: $8500. Asking only
$3000 or OBO. Call Dan. 480-786-5029 Hoyer Traveler Lift: This Hoyer can be broken-down into 2
pieces for easy storage in a car trunk. Great for vacations! 250lb. Lift
capability. Excellent condition! Asking $600 or your Best Offer.
Call Dan. 480-786-5029 ‘02 Jazzy1122 power chair, flat free tires, width 20”,
lapbelt, adjustable armrests, power elevating seat, 12volt Gel battery.
Original cost $6364. Must sell. $3500. Call 520-326-5904. Accessible Home For Sale By Owner: Glendale; NWR. Subdv.
built 2003; 1682+ sqft.; 4BR/2BA,
Att. Gar.; Really nice upgrades (i.e., Bay windows in DR & MBR;
tiled kitchen, DR & entry; alarm sys.; roll under sink/stove; honey
oak cabinets; glass cook top stove; wall mount oven; built in sloped
walkway to front door; mirrored BR doors; grab bars. Across from green
belt & other great features (minutes from Glendale arena). Angelique
623-939-2318 or 623-939-2319. Asking
$210,000. For photos email: AEllis1968@aol.com SEEKING: WANTED: Handicap accessible van, good cond, ‘85 or newer,
would prefer lockdowns for wheelchair if possible. AC must work
good. Please call 480-964-4514. SEEKING Live-in Caregiver for career man w/disability, age
50. Home completely accessible w/motorized lift, environmental
system, intercom & more. Non-smoking. Must have valid drivers
license. I have a great personality & I’m in excellent
health, S. Chandler area. Call Dan. 480-786-5029 Night shift person needed a few nights a week. From 9pm till
6am. I, (John, 40 yr. old male) need help getting to bed then rolling
occasionally, then getting back up. I use a winch lift - no heavy
lifting. Cable TV/internet access available. Must have references.
Email: jzwebpage@cox.net 623-846-4926
SEEKING Mature caregiver/companion for elderly lady. Part
time, Scottsdale area, call for details. Carol 480-607-9300 SERVICE: Sewing and alterations uniquely adapted for your physical
challenge. Seamstress with 20 years experience with wheelchair,
dexterity, and other issues. Call Rose, 480-980-3802 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABIL Soc/Rec Events, June - July 2005
Contact Leanne, 602-296-0535 Transportation is limited. Please RSVP at your earliest
possible convenience. Consumers must be 18 years+ or own legal guardian
for transportation. ABIL requests a $1+ donation (each way) for
transportation provided on the ABIL van. Wednesday, June 15, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
(Bring $3.00 for pizza or your own lunch) Arizona Capitol Museum
& Arizona Mining & Mineral Museum. Walk in the footsteps of
Arizona’s past. 1700 W
Washington St. Phx. Cost: $1.60. Wednesday, June 22, 10:30
am – 1:30 pm Cooking
Group – Learn new recipes, skills, and just socialize with others.
Each month we try to have a luncheon theme. 1229 E Washington. Phx.
Cost: Consumers assist by bringing ingredients for lunch. Monday, June 27, 9:00 am -???? pm Newsletter Party (lunch provided) - Join the fun of meeting
new people, sharing experiences and working towards a goal of sharing
the Bridge with others throughout the states. 1229 E Washington, Phx.
Cost: None. |