Jul 21, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Everyone, Have Fun, Improve Life, Uncategorized
Municipal cities around the world are prioritizing accessibility for residents and tourists. Looking at the estimated number of people with a disability living in the world today — 1 billion — not to mention the aging population, focusing on improving accessibility...
Jun 23, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Improve Life
Earlier this year the first-of-its-kind mobile changing unit was unveiled at a stock and rodeo show in San Antonio, Texas. Designed to accommodate people with disabilities and their caregivers, this 24-foot trailer unit includes an accessible toilet, a...
Jun 9, 2023 | ACES$ Clients, Caregivers, Everyone, Get Inspired, Have Fun, Improve Life
The Wayfaring Band, a Colorado-based disability inclusive organization, offers travel experiences for both people with and without developmental and intellectual disabilities. All year long the Wayfaring Band has adventures that span the gamut from cliff jumping in a...
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 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 3, 2019 | ACES$ Clients, ACES$ Virginia Members, Improve Life, Stay Informed
Autism experts press the importance of early intervention. The sooner autism is diagnosed and treatment begins, the better the overall outcomes. Early autism diagnosis and treatment are a challenge in rural parts of Virginia where there are no trained specialists in...