by RICK RADER, MD * EDITOR-IN-CHIEF The Munchkins represented the little people who worked for a living, the backbone of the community and the productive engines of society. As a self-professed medical historian I particularly enjoy reading the first descriptions of syndromes. For instance, the following first description of individuals with Down syndrome was provided…
High Fives
High Fives Mar 1, 2013 The pearl behind the high five is the fact that someone did what “seemed like the thing to do.” by Rick Rader, MD Darn this flu. The thing about the flu that makes it a high priority is its potential potency. Potency, yeah, that’s the right word. It can get…
Getting to the End
Getting to the End Feb 7, 2013 The idea of “another story can be written” is the thread to the exceptional parent movement and for the commitment of this magazine to continue to help readers construct their stories; the beginning, the middle and the end. By Rick Rader, MD Storytelling is easy. You need a…
Providing Access to Higher Education & Employment
By Ernst VanBergeijk Originally published in EP Magazine September 2012 New York Institute of Technology Introduction to Independence (I to I) and Vocational Independence Programs: The notion of these program is that special education students sometimes need a bridge between high school and post-secondary education. Founded in 1987, New York Institute of Technology Introduction to…
Providing for a Child with Special Needs—Long Term: A Three-Part Plan
By Andrew M. Cohen, Esq. Originally published in EP Magazine November 2012 Each part of the plan plays a distinct and important role in the care of a child with a physical, mental or emotional disability. For many families with a special needs child, no matter what his or her age, the questions concerning who…
Live Your Dreams and Overcome Your Mobility Challenges
Live Your Dreams and Overcome Your Mobility Challenges Feb 4, 2013 Originally published in EP Magazine May 2012 Over 18 million people in the U.S. and Canada face mobility issues every day. Yet, so many people are not aware of the adaptive mobility vehicles that are available to help those who are dealing with physical…
Umbrella Beach
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London Demystify The Guts of Personal Technology
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The Man Who Sold The World
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Toyota and Braun Donate Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle
Toyota and Braun Donate Wheelchair-Accessible Vehicle May 2, 2011 Sponsafier 2 Winner to Use Mobility Van on Organization’s Behalf Toyota Motor Sales (TMS), U.S.A., Inc. and the Braun Corporation recently announced the donation of a 2011 Toyota Sienna with a BraunAbility Rampvan® XT wheelchair van conversion to the Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Guardian Angels Foundation.…