Celebrating Women’s History Month with Style & Creativity!
Independence Now hosted a fabulous Sip & Paint Women’s Tea in honor of Women’s History Month—and what a joyful celebration it was!
Honoring Judy Heumann: A Trailblazer for Disability Rights
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, we honor the incredible legacy of Judy Heumann, a woman who changed the course of history for people with disabilities. Known as the Mother of the Disability Rights Movement, Judy’s advocacy, resilience, and leadership transformed the world into a more accessible and inclusive place. A Life Dedicated to Advocacy[…]
International Women’s Day 2022
At our Annual Women’s Tea, everyone has a story and everyone’s opinion counts. Sometimes, when we go through health issues we can feel alone. This is a time when we can get together and say, “sister, you are not alone!”
On this International Women’s Day
In recognition of International Women’s Day, we sat down with Rochelle Harrod, an Independent Living Specialist at Independence Now and coordinator of our Annual Women’s Tea.
Women in Disability History: Freddie Peaco
As part of our Independent Living History series and in recognition of March being Women’s History Month, we’re recognizing the contributions of a local woman to events in Disability History.