by Kiara James | Dec 11, 2024 | Advocacy, Disability Awareness
If you’re looking for a way to make a meaningful difference in your community, consider becoming an ally for people with disabilities by joining local committees and commissions that focus on their needs. David Allgood works directly with individuals with...
by Kiara James | Dec 11, 2024 | Accessibility, Advocacy, Disability Awareness, Inclusion
Finding accessible housing can be a daunting task, as Michelle experienced firsthand. Although she now owns her home, her journey to find a suitable rental with basic accessibility was filled with frustration. Michelle often encountered landlords who, despite legal...
by Kiara James | Dec 10, 2024 | Advocacy, Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Inclusion
April is Fair Housing Month! To celebrate, the Metro Housing Coalition and *Pushing Forward* hosted an insightful in-person event, highlighting the progress in expanding housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The event featured two engaging panel...
by Conner Mackowiak | Dec 13, 2023 | Accessibility, Disability Awareness, Motivation, Positive Mindset, Spinal Cord Injury
After someone has suffered a traumatic spinal cord injury, they often need to uproot their lives and move from their current home to a home that is wheelchair-friendly, or a home that is nearby loved ones. Moving isn’t cheap, and a move can certainly be made more...
by Conner Mackowiak | Dec 6, 2023 | Advocacy, Disability Awareness, Motivation, Positive Mindset, Wheelchair Life
With Fall officially in the rearview, it’s important for us to look back on all the wonderful things we were able to accomplish as summer came to a close. This past fall we participated in a number of events, including a workforce inclusion summit, participation at...
by Conner Mackowiak | Nov 29, 2023 | Advocacy, Disability Awareness, Inclusion, Motivation, Positive Mindset, Wheelchair Life
Breezy’s Closet is now accepting winter item donations! With the cold months ahead of us, we’re doing all that we can to help provide for those in need through the winter season. This year, we’re in particular need of some specific items. Our clients are in...
