Jun 5, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Advocate, Caregivers, Everyone, Get Involved
While many have never heard of CDKL5, it’s one of the most common forms of genetic epilepsy, with an estimated occurrence of ~1:40,000-60,000 live births. This developmental epileptic encephalopathy manifests in an array of clinical symptoms and varies in severity....
Jun 2, 2023 | ACES$ Pennsylvania Members, Advocate, Caregivers, Get Involved, Have Fun, Improve Life
July is Disability Pride Month in the United States. It commemorates the historic signing of Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which became law on July 26, 1990. To celebrate this key law, Boston held the first Disability Pride Day that year. In 2004, Chicago...
May 31, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Have Fun, News
The first of its kind, the new streaming service ReelAbiltieStream is set for a soft launch in July and will feature shows and movies that are disability-themed. It’s from ReelAbilities, the organizer of the largest film festival in the United States that showcases...
May 30, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Have Fun, Improve Life
The time to plan our summer activities is upon us. Check out our list below of the best theme parks with the best accommodations for families with special needs. The Only Fully Accessible Theme Park: Morgan’s Wonderland Topping our list of the best accessible theme...
May 5, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone
How families celebrate Mother’s Day varies, but the reason behind the day is always the same: to recognize the efforts, sacrifices and love mothers give to their children day in and day out. This is especially true for mothers of kids with special needs. Below are...
May 3, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone
Did you know May 11, 2023 is the 6th annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day? As a part of Mental Health Awareness month, May 11th is dedicated to shining a light on the mental health of seniors. This often-overlooked aspect of aging is one that affects all...
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