Abilities in Motion

National Disability Employment Awareness Month activities don’t have to end once October is over. NDEAM also offers an opportunity to launch year-round activities that highlight the importance of including disability in all of your organization's diversity endeavors. Doing so delivers numerous internal and external benefits to employers. Take a look at these ten ways the US Department of Labor suggests we can continue carrying out the spirit of #NDEAM all year long. https://lnkd.in/eAbpdihs

For people with disabilities, practicing self-care each day is essential. Here are a few self-care tips from Rocky Mountain Human Services designed to help you manage stress, improve your wellbeing, and live your best life. Find self-care practices that work for you: Self-care is personal, so explore different activities until you find what works best for your unique needs. Get active in a gentle and safe way: Gentle exercises like chair yoga or accessible fitness programs can improve mood and strengthen your body. Refill prescriptions early: Keeping track of medications and filling prescriptions ahead of time helps you stay organized and stress-free. Connect with a supportive community: Engaging with others who share similar experiences and interests creates a strong support network. Add sensory activities to your routine: Sensory activities, like using textured objects or creating art, can be calming while keeping your brain active. Spend time outdoors: Whether it’s a mindful walk or sitting in the sun, connecting with nature can uplift your spirits and provide peace. Learn more about adaptive self-care: https://lnkd.in/eTUa__4M #AIMBeyondLimits #Disability #SelfCare

No matter your ability, exercise is a great way to get stronger, improve your balance, and reduce pain! Explore different exercises which can be modified for any person with a disability. https://lnkd.in/gXsA5x5V Strength training: Using weights to build muscle and improve balance Try: Resistance bands, weighted objects like soup cans, or traditional weights (start low and add weight as strength improves) Flexibility: Prevent injury, increase range of motion, and reduce pain and stiffness Try: stretching while lying down, chair yoga, or seated tai chi Cardiovascular: Raises your heart rate and increases endurance Try: chair aerobics, stationary bikes, or exercising in water to reduce joint discomfort Remember! Talk to your doctor before beginning a new exercise routine and always warm up and cool down before and after any activity to prevent injury. #AIMBeyondLimits #Disability #Exercise

Join us for a focus group hosted by the City of Reading to learn more about what the community’s goals are for the city and neighborhoods! This is a wonderful opportunity for the disability community to be heard and have an impact on city planning. The focus group will take place onsite at our new AIM location on October 30 at 2pm. For more info, email: info@abilitiesinmotion.org

The PA Revs All Starz, an adaptive, disability-inclusive field hockey program, is hosting a one-day clinic at Kutztown University — open to current and new athletes on Sunday, October 13! AIM will cover the entry fee for those that wish to attend. For more info and to register, email: info@abilitiesinmotion.org.

Looking to level up your gaming skills and make new friends? AIM E-Sports welcomes gamers of all skill levels to our new tech center with state-of-the-art gaming systems in Reading, PA! Register for teams by contacting esports@AbilitiesInMotion.org #AIMBeyondLimits #ESports #Gaming

The AIM-Agency with Choice team will host training sessions for Support Service Professionals during the month of October. Morning and afternoon sessions are available with sessions in both English and Spanish at our office, 755 Hiesters Lane, Reading, PA. If you would like to join electronically through Microsoft Teams, please contact us to let us know which session and we can sent the individualized link to you. If you have any questions, or need assistance, please do not hesitate to reach out to us at AWCdepartment@AbilitiesInMotion.org or via phone at 610-376-0010. https://lnkd.in/ggHXE-WT #AIMBeyondLimits

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) - a time to celebrate the value and talent workers with disabilities add to America’s workplaces & economy. Check out this list from U.S. Department of Labor for 31 ideas & initiatives to celebrate #NDEAM in and around your workplace. https://lnkd.in/dfm5Mv9

Abilities in Motion is proud to help individuals with disabilities in Berks County and throughout Pennsylvania live more independently. Explore our offerings at https://lnkd.in/d_XTmhkV

The Reading Area Transportation Study (RATS) is updating its Long Range Transportation Plan (LRTP), which helps direct transportation investments and land use. As part of the process, RATS will be conducting public outreach meetings across Berks County to review the goals and objectives identified in the current plan, and identify any recommended changes needed for the new plan. Take a look at the dates of Berks County Planning Commission's upcoming public meetings & register to attend today by scanning the QR code or following the registration link: bit.ly/LRTP_Registration