Adventure Programs

Waypoint Adventure facilitates accessible adventure education programs primarily within Greater Boston. We hike, kayak, canoe, ride tandem bikes, rock climb, and cross country ski. Waypoint utilizes a variety of locations and has a variety of adaptive supports available to meet the needs of each individual or group. Come join us for an adventure! We… Continue Reading Adventure Programs [...]

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Advocacy

Program for those who are being discriminated against on a basis of epilepsy & to promote full participation of people with epilepsy in the community. We provide seizure recognition, first aid education for people with epilepsy and their communities. We organize grassroots initiatives to support legislation that impacts people living with epilepsy and other… Continue Reading Advocacy [...]

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Advocacy

Membership organization for mental health counselors; website includes information on the role of a mental health counselor, professional ethics, and a find-a counselor search tool. American Mental Health Counselors Association 9 – 13, 14 – 18, 19 – 22, 23 – 59, 60 + Alexandria Melissa McShepard mmcshepard@amhca.org 703-548-4775 703-548-6002 800-326-2642 18550 Advocacy Information/Referral… Continue Reading Advocacy [...]

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Advocacy & Family Support

The Advocacy Department is primarily responsible to support individuals served by Berkshire County Arc and their families identify areas of need and advocate on behalf of the individual and family in those areas.  The advocacy staff have the very important responsibility of initial contact with individuals and families at their request of services.  Quite… Continue Reading Advocacy & Family Support [...]

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Advocacy & Self-advocacy

Self advocacy empowers consumers to be assertive and articulate when faced with obstacles to independent living goals.  Self advocacy means knowing what an individual wants, and knowing how to achieve one’s personal goals. MWCIL actively educates consumers in advocacy methods. Consumers are encouraged to take direct roles in advocating for their own issues as well… Continue Reading Advocacy & Self-advocacy [...]

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Advocacy and Awareness

Provides information, financial support, and connections for families of children who have Aicardi Syndrome. Aicardi Syndrome Foundation Birth to 3, 3 – 4, 5 – 8, 9 – 13, 14 – 18 St. Charles research@aicardisyndromefoundation.org 800-374-8518 630-377-0252 18524 Advocacy and Awareness Information/Referral, Support Groups 7) Out of State Family Support PO Box 3202 Information… Continue Reading Advocacy and Awareness [...]

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