From the Community: I Almost Died from Reusing Catheters
Stephen Hill was born with spina bifida and has lived his entire life with a disability. Today, the 69-year-old struggles with numerous health complications, including a spinal leak and persistent urinary tract infections due to insufficient catheters. “I have no coverage at all for catheters, so this is an ongoing issue,” he shares. When […]
IDPWD 2022: How SCIO is Striving for Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Development
Each year, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated worldwide on December 3rd, highlighting the progress that has been made globally in inclusivity and the resilience and achievements of people with disabilities. This year, the theme for IDPWD is Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Development, focusing on employment, reducing inequality and sport as an […]
Brie Birdsell: Getting Outdoors Again
Brie Birdsell loves to explore the outdoors while moving her body, and adaptive mountain biking provides her the opportunity to do just that. Injured two years ago while hiking, Brie uses a wheelchair in everyday life and a walker or forearm crutches when ambulating. She has found it difficult to explore the outdoors the way […]
Young People with Disabilities and Employment: A Conversation with Franca Ursitti
Franca Ursitti is a member of the Holland Bloorview and SCIO Community. As mom to a passionate undergraduate who hopes to pursue a legal career, she has many insights on the world of employment for youth, particularly in the high school stage, where gaining customer service skills through retail or service jobs is like a […]
Ontario Announces a Five Percent Increase to ODSP
Last week, the Ontario Government announced a 5% increase to the Ontario Disability Support Program (ODSP) – to the average Ontarian with a disability, that translates to just $58 extra per month. While an increase to the program has been long awaited in the province, many are baffled at persons with disabilities being left behind […]
