February Twitter Tweets
February Twitter Tweets
Sunday 2.28.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Most of the things worth doing in the world had been declared impossible before they were done." Louis D. Brandes
- Accommodating People with Disabilities in Disasters: A Reference Guide to Federal Law http://bit.ly/bFDv5
- New to #disabilitygov. HHS enforces civil rights laws that apply to federal financial assistance recipients http://bit.ly/tvcWv
- Recommendations: Access to Emergency Alerts for People with Disabilities http://bit.ly/dkO2xO
- What to do if you think you've been discriminated against: http://bit.ly/ar04Vq
- We tweet emergency preparedness & civil rights related resources and information every Sunday on #disabilitygov.
Saturday 2.27.10
- #DGovQtMe: "If you do what you've always done, you'll always get what you've always gotten." Tony Robbins
- Fashion Freaks offers free sew-it-yourself clothing patterns for wheelchair users. Find tips & patterns: http://bit.ly/IhxW1
- New to #disabilitygov. NAC & AARP describe important findings about caregiving & caregivers http://bit.ly/1ZSTEJ
- CRA sponsors conference on issues & solutions for people with disabilities. March 7-9 in NC http://bit.ly/b904zs
- RT @realwarriors: The Army's Wounded Warrior blog has cool stuff, including a soldier training for 2012 Paralympics! http://bit.ly/aubK92
- PAS tips on how to finding the right workplace personal assistant: http://bit.ly/bVEVzR
- We tweet independent living resources & information every Saturday on #disabilitygov.
Friday 2.26.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Honesty makes up for so many mistakes." Sojourner Truth
- ODEP Listening Session Mar. 3 in Boston, MA. Provide input on effective ways to employ people w disabilities http://bit.ly/7wtrfv
- Gettinghired.com helps individuals with disabilities gather, network & search for jobs http://bit.ly/ax5dmk
- Looking to fund your own business? #Disabilitygov offers a list of resources that can help you do that: http://bit.ly/9C5UrM
- The 5th International FDM will be held in LA on Sept. 20-22. For more information, check out http://bit.ly/cHd1RS
- Apply for the JFK Center for the Performing Arts EEI Internship - must have a documented intellectual disability http://bit.ly/cX9Bb9
- New to #disabilitygov. USDA's TARGET Center: How to Support the Employment of People with Disabilities http://bit.ly/2mS42h
- We tweet veteran & employment resources & information every Friday on #disabilitygov.
Thursday 2.25.10
- Brk@8: DoD announces new National Resource Directory for veterans http://bit.ly/czZcbZ See the new site: http://bit.ly/bNCz4D
- #DGovQtMe: "Dream as if you'll live forever, live as if you'll die today." James Dean
- The National Center on Physical Activity & Disability's 14 Week Plan to a Healthier You begins on Mar. 21! http://bit.ly/dz0VNo
- The CDC provides H1N1 resources for people with hearing disabilities http://bit.ly/tQ4cr
- There is no known cure for Fibromyalgia. Treatment focuses on relieving symptoms & improving function http://bit.ly/bQeoTy
- Check out NCPAD's Fibromyalgia and Exercise fact sheet: http://bit.ly/a0F75h
- Epilepsy Foundation gives tips on getting & keeping health insurance if you have epilepsy: http://bit.ly/aK5bjg
- We tweet health-related resources every Thursday on #disabilitygov.
Wednesday 2.24.10
- ODEP Listening Session in Atlanta, GA today at 9 AM ET http://bit.ly/7wtrfv
- #DGovQtMe: "Hate is too great a burden to bear. It injures the hater more than it injures the hated." Coretta Scott King
- New to #disabilitygov. Study examines challenges in identifying #LD in English language learner students http://bit.ly/V1RTl
- RT @ISchoolsNetwork Teens with disabilities shatter stereotypes, check out their story: http://bit.ly/cjXWHq
- Incight Scholarship helps students with ANY disability attending any post-secondary school. Deadline: Apr. 1 http://bit.ly/bW6pX8
- Looking for college funding for students with disabilities? Check out the University of Washington's guide: http://bit.ly/afQRvO
- Become an effective partner with your child¿s school to develop his or her IEP, more info http://bit.ly/9JKnbs
- We tweet educational resources & information every Wednesday on #disabilitygov.
Tuesday 2.23.10
- #DGovQtMe: "In the time of darkest defeat, victory may be nearest." William McKinley
- CTAA conducts one-call service survey to learn about best practices. Open until March 2 http://bit.ly/cN62sU
- Check out Disability.gov for a list of accessible transportation funding sources: http://bit.ly/a7OcSx
- NFB¿s Access Technology Blog includes reviews of the latest accessible technology http://bit.ly/bouqu2
- We tweet technology & transportation resources & information every Tuesday on #disabilitygov.
Monday 2.22.10
- #DGovQtMe: "All meanings, we know, depend on the key of interpretation." George Eliot (aka: Mary Anne Evans)
- New to #disabilities. HUD updates its comprehensive profile of U.S. subsidized housing http://bit.ly/7KIB2t
- SSA adds 38 more conditions to its list of Compassionate Allowances. http://bit.ly/8Zd1vw
- New to #disabilitygov. Homeless Assistance Programs - Rural Continuums of Care guidebook http://bit.ly/btSSjy
- VA releases 2009 summary of federal benefits programs for veterans, dependents & survivors http://bit.ly/cEPDql
- New to #disabilitygov. SSA's 2010 Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA) Threshold Amounts http://bit.ly/bhs9mb
- We tweet benefits & housing resources & information every Monday on #disabilitygov.
Sunday 2.21.10
- #DGovQtMe: "The one thing that I have done really well in my life is be a father." Peter Jennings
- Live Response 01-27-10 talks about WVU's Emergency Planning for Special Needs Communities program http://bit.ly/cGRw8F
- Learn how to prepare & protect service animals or pets during emergencies: AVMA's Saving the Whole Family http://bit.ly/akcQU7
- The special-needs NOAA Weather Radio helps deaf & hard of hearing community. FAQs: http://bit.ly/bUR41G
- FEMA: Accommodating Individuals with Disabilities in the Provision of Disaster Mass Care, Housing & Human Services http://bit.ly/bFDv5
- We tweet emergency preparedness & civil rights related resources and information every Sunday on #disabilitygov.
Saturday 2.20.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Nobody says you must laugh, but a sense of humor can help you...smile through the day." Ann Landers
- The Vancouver 2010 Paralympic Games begin on March 12. Check out the schedule of events: http://bit.ly/bfXG7H
- RT @USParalympics @specialhockey: Meet sled hockey player Alexi Salamone in this VISA video http://bit.ly/9UAESF
- Find a mentor. Apply for the Partners for Youth with Disabilities program. Open to youth in MA. http://bit.ly/amtHCV
- New to #disabilitygov. National Sports Center for the Disabled - outdoor therapeutic recreation http://bit.ly/mAFqT
- Active Minds helps student orgs change the conversation about mental health on college campuses http://bit.ly/a75736
- We tweet independent living resources & information every Saturday on #disabilitygov.
Friday 2.19.10
- #DGovQtMe: "People who say it cannot be done should not interrupt the people doing it." Chinese Proverb
- ODEP Listening Session Feb. 24 in Atlanta, GA. Provide input on effective ways to employ people w disabilities http://bit.ly/7wtrfv
- New to #disabilitygov. CMS letter provides clarification regarding fed funding of the Ticket to Work program http://bit.ly/d4caLx
- NIB Fellowship for Leadership Development (salaried, 2-year program) application deadline is April 15th http://bit.ly/b6tb7q
- ANCOR announces 2010 Direct Support Professional Recognition Contest. Deadline: Feb. 26 at 5PM ET http://bit.ly/cFcDyN
- Spc. Vycital talks about his experience with NOD's Wounded Warrior Career Demonstration program: http://bit.ly/9XGyi1
- One way for employers to show support of the employment of people with disabilities. Disabilities At Work: http://bit.ly/9XKihr
- We tweet veteran & employment resources & information every Friday on #disabilitygov.
Thursday 2.18.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Failure is success if we learn from it." Malcolm Forbes
- DOJ announces 2010 grant for Justice & Mental Health Collaboration Program. Applications due Apr. 8, more info http://bit.ly/9FFh8u
- New to #disabilitygov. Proposed revisions to DSM disorder & criteria http://bit.ly/bn9FlH
- Catch up with the real-life people documented in "Twisted," a #dystonia dialogue http://bit.ly/d1Unbo
- (In response to: OriginalBeauji Helpful organizations & advocates for #dystonia & other health: @patientpower @Disabilitygov @OrganicNetwork @rarediseaseday @dyst4dystonia)
- NINDS fact sheet about Dystonias: http://bit.ly/c9rLZv
- Looking for quality healthcare? Find checklists, charts & other tools to help make decisions here: http://bit.ly/3n9rTc
- NAC & MetLife offer practical suggestions & tools for caregivers concerning Adult Day Centers http://bit.ly/9mW9Fq
- We tweet health-related resources every Thursday on #disabilitygov.
Wednesday 2.17.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Education is an ornament in prosperity and refuge in adversity." Aristotle
- Lighthouse International offers three $5,000 scholarships. Deadline: Mar. 14. Learn more: http://bit.ly/bZ3G9S
- Did you know that learning to read is a challenge for almost 40% of kids? Find out why some children struggle http://bit.ly/dfFt4H
- PEATC announces iPhone IEP Checklist App for parents & students with disabilities http://bit.ly/7cthhh
- Reading Rockets: Creating positive school experiences for students with disabilities http://bit.ly/dtPK5z
- FinAid's The SmartStudent Guide to Financial Aid - explains the best ways to find scholarships & fellowships: http://bit.ly/3Odh0g
- We tweet educational resources & information every Wednesday on #disabilitygov.
Tuesday 2.16.10
- Brk@8: ODEP Listening Session in San Francisco today at 9 AM PST http://bit.ly/7wtrfv
- #DGovQtMe: "All change is not growth, as all movement is not forward." Ellen Glasgow
- Discover How Built-in Accessibility Compares Between Windows 7 & Mac OS X. Feb. 19 at 1 PM ET http://bit.ly/UF6Do
- New to #disabilitygov. United We Ride National Dialogue Final Report identifies key recommendations for CCAM http://bit.ly/b9C7yi
- Free Project ACTION audio conference on using mystery riders to improve accessible transportation service Mar. 10 http://bit.ly/bz1pkl
- ATF will provide funds to cover 50% of adaptive devices or software prices. See if you're eligible: http://bit.ly/3kg7z9
- New to #disabilitygov. Captioned Webcast from USDA TARGET Center on building 508 Compliant eLearning http://bit.ly/70UFC2
- We tweet technology & transportation resources & information every Tuesday on #disabilitygov.
Monday 2.15.10
- #DGovQtMe: "A bird doesn't sing because it has an answer; it sings because it has a song." Maya Angelou
- Going to Work: A Guide to SS Benefits & Employment for Youth with Disabilities http://bit.ly/cX2G8b
- Read the FAQs about rebuilding ADA-compliant, accessible communities: http://bit.ly/93vD7h
- The VA offers a variety of healthcare benefits to veterans, concerning Agent Orange exposure. Access the guide: http://bit.ly/cLKssd
- Census 2010: Accurate representation of people with disabilities is vital for funding of gov, community & social service programs.
- Suggest a resource for #disabilitygov http://bit.ly/1Qrbdi or add #DGovRTMe. We may tweet about it.
- We tweet benefits & housing resources & information every Monday on #disabilitygov.
Sunday 2.14.10
- #DGovQtMe: "I am not afraid of storms, for I'm learning to sail my ship." Louisa May Alcott
- Shoveling snow expends about the same amount of energy as a round of singles tennis. AARP tips: http://bit.ly/cqh8Gi
- Full Circle of Care offers advice/info on Disaster Preparedness for a Care Recipient http://bit.ly/amr4yy
- Never burn any type of outside grill inside to keep warm. They emit deadly carbon monoxide fumes which you can't detect.
- Red Cross offers Power Outage Checklist to help people prepare before, during & after: http://bit.ly/cBFlmH
- NFPA offers Emergency Evacuation Planning Guide for People with Disabilities http://bit.ly/b9cElG
- We tweet emergency preparedness & civil rights related resources and information every Sunday on #disabilitygov.
Saturday 2.13.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Nothing shows a man's character more than what he laughs at." Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
- New to #disabilitygov. Summer Institute for Blind College-bound Musicians http://bit.ly/7J5n2m
- Did you know the largest source of Braille music in the U.S. is the Music Section of the NLS, LOC? http://bit.ly/cVyRaB
- A World Awaits You - A Journal of Success in International Exchange for People with Disabilities http://bit.ly/9ASvnI
- MIUSA exchange program to Costa Rica: Cross-Cultural Perspectives on Disability Rights. Deadline Mar. 21 http://bit.ly/akOSuC
- The Autistic Self-Advocacy Network is a non-profit org run by & for Autistic people. Learn more: http://bit.ly/aIxyLd
- We tweet independent living resources & information every Saturday on #disabilitygov.
Friday 2.12.10
- Brk@8: Jan 2010 Disability Employment Statistics Released http://bit.ly/d9vgTo Disability Statistics Q & A http://bit.ly/nTrVw
- #DGovQtMe: "The only place where success comes before work is in the dictionary." Donald Kendall
- ODEP Listening Session Feb. 16 in San Francisco, CA. Provide input on effective ways to employ people w disabilities http://go.usa.gov/lKS
- RT @HildaSolisDOL Looking for a job? Visit http://bit.ly/c0vtCq to see the top ranked tools from the DOL Job Tools Challenge.
- We tweeted about the Think Beyond the Label ads - what do you think about the Campaign for Disability Employment? http://bit.ly/c4Wm1Q
- Promising Practices: Quality Employment for Disabled Veterans video highlights One-Stop Career Center services http://bit.ly/cLH3ZY
- We tweet veteran & employment resources & information every Friday on #disabilitygov.
Thursday 2.11.10
- Brk@8: ODEP Listening Session in Chicago, IL today at 9AM ET http://go.usa.gov/lKS
- #DGovQtMe: "The best predictor of success is not grades or aptitude scores, but the energy & commitment children devote...." Dr. Susan Baum
- New to #disabilitygov. Myths & Truths about Down Syndrome fact sheet from NDSS http://bit.ly/bpaWHO
- Medicare.gov answers "How to Select a Medicare Health Plan" @somebodyhealme http://bit.ly/bSN5ni
- AARP also offers info on "Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You" @somebodyhealme http://bit.ly/8YT2n0
- (In response to: somebodyhealme @Disabilitygov Choosing a Medicare plan!)
- New to #disabilitygov. The Surgeon General's Vision for a Healthy & Fit Nation 2010 http://bit.ly/4Dgcac
- Agencies That Can Help with Long-Term Care Choices: http://bit.ly/biSuGy
- We tweet health-related resources every Thursday on #disabilitygov.
Wednesday 2.10.10
- Brk@8: Inviting Applications for New Awards: Steppingstones of Tech Innovation for Children with Disabilities http://bit.ly/a5cFFW
- #DGovQtMe: "The great aim of education is not knowledge, but action." Herbert Spencer
- DAV will accept applications for the 2010 J.B. Memorial Youth Scholarship Program until Feb 26th. Learn more: http://bit.ly/9LBcJb
- Learning for Life supports schools & community-based orgs in efforts to help youth successfully transition http://bit.ly/d0bQNm
- LD Myth: When children are suspected of having a learning difficulty, it's reasonable to wait and see if they will "grow out of" it.
- LD Fact: Learning disabilities cannot be outgrown. The earlier help is received, the more successful the outcome http://bit.ly/byGHFA
- "101 College Grants You've Never Heart Of" including for adult learners & students with disabilities http://bit.ly/94IIQI @lyndasty
- (In response to: lyndasty @Disabilitygov Are there any special grants/scholarships for disabled adults who want to go back to school? Where should I look?)
- We tweet educational resources & information every Wednesday on #disabilitygov.
Tuesday 2.9.10
- Brk@8: Feb is Jewish Disability Awareness Month. Check out this PJLL resource packet for info & resources http://bit.ly/9sRm8C
- #DGovQtMe: "I have tried so hard to do right." Grover Cleveland
- New to #disabilitygov. IRS VITA & Tax Counseling for the Elderly programs offer free tax help for taxpayers who qualify http://bit.ly/9JpuTm
- NFB updates article on "Cell Phone Accessibility for Your Blind Child" to reflect latest developments http://bit.ly/cfbrZm
- Click on the American Public Transportation Association map to find public transit options in your community http://bit.ly/d8xSy9
- AT Exchange in New England - free "classified ads" to help people buy, sell or give away AT equipment. FAQs: http://bit.ly/cwqlwJ
- Transportation Options in CT for Individuals with Disabilities: http://bit.ly/9oz2WA
- We tweet technology & transportation resources & information every Tuesday on #disabilitygov.
Monday 2.8.10
- #DGovQtMe: "The painting has a life of its own. I try to let it come through." Jackson Pollock
- SSA's Ticket to Work teleconference: The Role of Braided Funding in Mental Health Programs Feb. 18 3:00 PM EST http://bit.ly/9YtAQU
- New to #disabilitygov. VA announces changes to certain benefits & programs that take effect in 2010. Learn more: http://bit.ly/74RzQA
- Homelessness is not just an urban "problem." Learn more about rural homelessness: http://bit.ly/9dQYf3
- Insightful article from HAC about housing for persons with disabilities in rural areas http://bit.ly/9ImNwp
- Key dates for the 2010 Census http://bit.ly/bhaW7k. Learn the FAQs: http://bit.ly/bzuBBB
- We tweet benefits & housing resources & information every Monday on #disabilitygov.
Sunday 2.7.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Even with the best of maps and instruments, we can never fully chart our journeys." Gail Pool
- New to #disabilitygov. Northeast TX Public Health District provides emergency preparedness info in accessible formats http://bit.ly/74qYVs
- Hurricane Ike Impact Report: Special Needs Populations regarding long-term community recovery http://bit.ly/9zfssG
- Parents: Use AAP & ACEP's free emergency health info form to record details about your child's special healthcare needs http://bit.ly/dAjM49
- NOD offers EPI Guide for emergency planners, managers & responders about key concerns for people with disabilities http://bit.ly/aASgk2
- CEPIN video addresses disaster preparedness for deaf, hard of hearing and deaf-blind people http://bit.ly/aEEUYA
- We tweet emergency preparedness & civil rights related resources and information every Sunday on #disabilitygov.
Saturday 2.6.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Tis the most tender part of love, each other to forgive." John Sheffield
- Paws4People's "I Care Dog" program matches service animals to the IEP of children with disabilities http://bit.ly/aik1nx
- What makes an older adult vulnerable to elder abuse? What are the warning signs? Read the FAQs: http://bit.ly/biv1PS
- Do you suspect elder abuse? Find elder abuse helplines & hotlines in your state: http://bit.ly/9xnCUz
- What are continuing care retirement communities? Check out this AARP fact sheet, including cost & entry requirements: http://bit.ly/a22U3b
- PAS Center offers free Webinar: An Analysis of Medicare & Medicaid in Long-Term Care on Feb. 10 at 2:00 PM ET http://bit.ly/aCFADc
- We tweet independent living resources & information every Saturday on #disabilitygov.
Friday 2.5.10
- #DGovQtMe: "The main reason we are all here is to see change, & I'm not tired of hoping for change." ODEP Asst. Sec. Martinez, Jan. 28, 2010
- AAAS' ENTRY POINT! offers science, tech, engineering or mathematics students with disabilities paid summer internships http://bit.ly/bbSx2M
- ODEP listening session on Feb. 11 in Chicago, IL. Provide input on effective ways to employ people with disabilities http://go.usa.gov/lKS
- Ken's Kids helps people with developmental disabilities transition to the workforce. Read their fast facts: http://bit.ly/bTelWg
- Using humor in a campaign to encourage the employment of people with disabilities. What do you think? http://bit.ly/afFbtB
- DBTAC free Webinar: Corporate Infrastructure & Inclusion of Individuals with Disabilities. Feb. 11 at 1:30 PM ET http://bit.ly/8Zp8k8
- Special Olympics VA athlete & Global Messenger David Egan highlights his work at Booz Allen Hamilton on Youtube http://bit.ly/ddeTdc
- We tweet veteran & employment resources & information every Friday on #disabilitygov.
Thursday 2.4.10
- #DGovQtMe: " Humor is mankind's greatest blessing.¿ Mark Twain
- White House Middle Class Task Force proposes initiatives to help family caregivers http://bit.ly/ccWSRn
- New rules provide equal benefits to those in need of treatment for mental health & substance abuse disorders http://bit.ly/9ggVNZ
- Florida DCF will now provide interpreters for people with hearing impairments. Learn more: http://bit.ly/cW0Irx
- Did you know women with disabilities often face more barriers in accessing health care? http://bit.ly/bjeBcv
- What is home health care? How do I make sure I get quality home care? http://bit.ly/hvj3c
- Tips for Caregivers: How to Help an Older Adult Who is Depressed. http://bit.ly/auXTDF
- We tweet health-related resources every Thursday on #disabilitygov.
Wednesday 2.3.10
- Brk@8: ODEP Asst. Sec. Martinez to deliver keynote address at Enable America's Disability Employment Forum today http://bit.ly/bHO63N
- #DGovQtMe: "Great lives never go out; they go on." Benjamin Harrison"
- ChairScholars Foundation offers scholarship for students with significant physical disabilities. Deadline Feb. 15. http://bit.ly/a6yorl
- Did you know the IDEA provides eligible children with autism early intervention services & other educational programs? http://bit.ly/9zdG5k
- IBM & PACER create KidSmart to help children with disabilities learn in inclusive environments. Page 22: http://bit.ly/56djkt
- Parents: Tips to keep in mind before, during and after an IEP meeting with your child's teacher http://bit.ly/mGJN
- The Foundation Center lists various grant opportunities for people with disabilities, including AT, education, etc. http://bit.ly/9IvfDW
- Looking for education-related resources & organizations in Canada? Follow @CL_DownSyndrome for helpful tweets.
- We tweet educational resources & information every Wednesday on #disabilitygov.
Tuesday 2.2.10
- #DGovQtMe: "Officeholders are the agents of the people, not their masters.¿ Grover Cleveland
- Walmart, United Way, One Economy Corp. & NDI provide free tax prep & filing services nationwide. Learn more: http://bit.ly/dwBFQv
- WebAIM adds new items to their Section 508 checklist. For a complete list: http://bit.ly/c9h0eT
- RT @realwarriors How assistive technology is helping this wounded warrior lead a productive, successful life: http://bit.ly/ba9QCT
- NCST describes different transportation options for older adults. Choices for Mobility Independence http://bit.ly/9qtjrc
- Check out these helpful travel tips for people who are hearing impaired: http://bit.ly/bXfurs
- United We Ride lists 2010 trainings & conferences about transportation accessibility & more: http://bit.ly/9vusAF
- We tweet technology & transportation resources & information every Tuesday on #disabilitygov.
Monday 2.1.10
- #DGovQtMe: "I love writing about my job because I loved it...it was like holidays with pay to me." James Herriot
- Understanding Social Security Credits. What's minimum amount needed to qualify for SS benefits? @johnnyquik http://bit.ly/bl6Bjm
- (In response to: johnnyquik @Disabilitygov why is it so hard to get benefits after I paid into the system for many years)
- Are you eligible for Medicare, Social Security Disability or other SS programs? Try Benefits Eligibility Screening Tool http://bit.ly/9e9JtE
- As a result of ACB Court Case - starting Apr. 15, SSA will offer option of receiving notices in Braille http://bit.ly/bSdzGB
- Read SSA's Your Right to Question the Decision Made on Your Claim. We cannot advise about lawyers @arjb1859 http://bit.ly/bEAExD
- (In response to: arjb1859 @Disabilitygov on if getting a lawyer the 1 st try for disability is best)
- Also more information from SSA on the Appeals Process @arjb1859 http://bit.ly/aT3mUa
- We tweet benefits & housing resources & information every Monday on #disabilitygov.
