"The nation’s largest retailer is making a new push to better serve people with disabilities with a slew of adaptive products ranging from clothing to technology."

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Walmart Spotlighting Products For People With Disabilities

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The nation's largest retailer is making a new push to better serve people with disabilities with a slew of adaptive products ranging from clothing to technology.

“Whether you’re a newcomer to the disability community or a seasoned veteran, everyone can benefit from established etiquette best practices.”

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What is disability etiquette?

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Lucia Rios explores what is disability etiquette, why it is open to individual interpretation, and whether there are universal attitudes on certain topics.

“The new Barbie was created through a partnership between Mattel and the National Down Syndrome Society, which describes itself as "the leading human rights organization for all individuals with Down syndrome."

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Barbie unveils first-ever doll with Down syndrome

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Barbie partnered with the National Down Syndrome Society to bring the new doll to life.

Join the Land Conservancy of West Michigan and Disability Network West Michigan for a guided tour of Anderson Woods Nature Preserve!

Anderson Woods is a forested, natural area near Muskegon, Whitehall, and Montague, Michigan. An accessible trail system of crushed limestone leads visitors through the preserve’s towering oak and white pine forest. Throughout the tour, LCWM Stewardship Technician Jason will share about the trail, the history of Anderson Woods, and the basics of identifying natural features.

Late September is also fall migration season! Located on the lakeshore, Anderson Woods provides important nesting and feeding habitat for migratory birds and supports resident birds that require large tracts of unbroken forest. To assist in the identification and tracking of any birds spotted on the trail, we recommend downloading the Merlin Bird ID app.

The Walk & Roll will be 1 mile, and the max grade of the trail is 2%. The trailhead parking lot is reserved for accessible parking, additional parking will be available alongside Simonelli Road.
Lunch will be provided. Please list any dietary needs in the provided space with your registration.

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"In observance of Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation launched the 'Outdoors for Everyone Campaign,' an initiative to ensure the great outdoors is equally accessible and inclusive for all people – including those living with paralysis, their families, and caregivers."

www.travelawaits.com/2930374/reeve-foundation-outdoors-for-everyone-initiative/

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Making Nature Accessible For Every Traveler With The Reeve Foundation

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In an initiative to make nature more accessible to everyone, the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation is introducing "Outdoors for Everyone."

“The U.S. Department of Transportation is finalizing regulations requiring that many new commercial aircraft be more accessible to people with disabilities.”

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Airlines Face Mandate To Improve Planes For Passengers With Disabilities

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The U.S. Department of Transportation is finalizing regulations requiring that many new commercial aircraft be more accessible to people with disabilities.

Disability Network West Michigan is pleased to invite you to our FIRST-ever Ignite Fire's Peer Support group, Pizza party event to kick off the school year!

- Ignite Fire is a great opportunity for youth and young adults (aged 16-24) with disabilities to connect. It's a chance to share and discuss issues, concerns, hopes, dreams, and goals with other peers.

- What attendees can expect:

- A Short Overview Presentation about Ignite (Approximately 30 minutes)
- Q & A with the facilitators
- Casual conversation/hangout
- Quick Survey/ Contact form
- The Highlight: FREE PIZZA

- You can RSVP using the ticket button on this event or by calling 231-722-0088

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“Big toymakers introduce more accessible toys hoping to engage more kids.”

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Big toymakers introduce more accessible toys hoping to engage more kids

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Toymakers want to open their markets to a more diverse range of kids — and adults. Among them, LEGO is selling playsets with Braille bricks.

Disability Network West Michigan is pleased to invite you to our FIRST-ever Ignite Fire's Peer Support group, Pizza party event to kick off the school year!

- Ignite Fire is a great opportunity for youth and young adults (aged 16-24) with disabilities to connect. It's a chance to share and discuss issues, concerns, hopes, dreams, and goals with other peers.

- What attendees can expect:

- A Short Overview Presentation about Ignite (Approximately 30 minutes)
- Q & A with the facilitators
- Casual conversation/hangout
- Quick Survey/ Contact form
- The Highlight: FREE PIZZA

- You can RSVP using the ticket button on this event or by calling 231-722-0088

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As a kid with cerebral palsy, Vance Walker was told that he might not ever walk without some form of assistance. Now, the 18-year-old is the best ninja warrior in the nation.

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Teen With Cerebral Palsy Wins $1 Million 'Ninja Warrior' Prize

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As a kid with cerebral palsy, Vance Walker was told that he might not ever walk without some form of assistance. Now, the 18-year-old is the best ninja warrior in the nation.