Give Back on Giving Tuesday Join us on November 28th for #GivingTuesdaycampaign, a global movement that inspires millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Your contributions have the power to transform the lives of individuals with disabilities in our community. Ways to Give: 1. Donate Online: Make a quick and secure donation through …
“Managing the Holiday Blues” is a free event sponsored by Impact 100 and Indian River State College that offers strategies to cope with holiday-related sadness, stress, and loneliness. Learn about Holiday Blues symptoms and ways to overcome them, combat isolation, and achieve a renewed sense of well-being. Charlene Morris, LMHC, MCAP and Director of The …
Our Community Engagement Specialist, Joy has written a guest article for Florida Today on the transportation cuts that have affected our organization as well as many others in Brevard. Read The Full Article.
Last month, our Indian River Office (Jessica and Patty) represented Resource Center for Disability Solutions at this year’s Day of Caring Event hosted by United Way of Indian River County. Our team chose to help restore a school garden from a list of volunteer projects. While volunteering, they collaborated with professionals to make a positive …
We are grateful to work with Space Coast Habitat for Humanity, The Home Depot, L3Harris Technologies, and others teaming up to provide several Brevard veterans with new easy access ramps. The goal is to help veterans age in place and maintain their independence. Read the full article here: Volunteering for Veterans “We are grateful to …
To read the full article please visit: (Page 26) Senior Life Newspaper: November 2023 Issue
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). These two observances are an opportunity to raise awareness of the challenges faced by people with disabilities and survivors of domestic violence and to advocate for their inclusion and well-being in the workplace and community. National Disability Employment Awareness Month NDEAM …
Breaking the Barriers: Supporting Survivors of Domestic Violence with Disabilities Read More »
September is Suicide Prevention Month — a time to raise awareness and discuss this highly stigmatized topic. In addition to shifting public perception, we use this month to spread hope and vital information to people affected by suicide. Our goal is ensuring that individuals, friends and families have access to the resources they need to …
Hurricane Season Preparedness for Persons with Disabilities The 2023 hurricane season is here, and it is important for people with disabilities to be prepared. Here are some resources to help you get started: Register with your local emergency management agency. The Florida Department of Health has developed a registry for persons with special needs. This registry …
June is PTSD Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and to support those who are struggling with this condition. According to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is recognized as a disability. The ADA is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and ensures equal …
PTSD Awareness Month: Resources for Brevard & Indian River County Read More »
