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Introducing Chandra Smith: Ms. Wheelchair America 2024

Chandra heard about the Ms. Wheelchair Maryland organization from her Occupational Therapist when she was still in rehab. Inspired by the sisterhood of women with disabilities around her, she decided to run.

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Understanding Epilepsy: What It Is, What It Isn’t, and How You Can Help

November is National Epilepsy Awareness Month. Please join the IMAGE Center as we spread awareness about this disability.

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Spotlight IMAGE: Housing Resources

Researching affordable, accessible, and integrated housing is a difficult and time-consuming process. Here at The IMAGE Center, we work with individuals on identifying their options and advising them on various research opportunities to help broaden their research, keeping their access needs in mind throughout the process.

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I AM: Assistive Tech 3/22/2021

Assistive Technology (AT) – What’s It All About? Have you heard about Assistive Technology (AT) but aren’t really sure what it is?  Join us on next week’s I AM weekly broadcast to learn what AT is and how it can help you gain or improve your independence.  We will also discuss Loan Libraries and Community […]

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Spotlight IMAGE: Assistive Technology

Assistive Technology, also known as AT, encompasses a wide variety of items and techniques from low-tech such as a cane to high-tech software that can read computer screens. The idea behind Assistive Technology is to increase an individual with a disability’s independence. The IMAGE Center is home to a variety of Assistive Technology programs that […]