The one thing that can make it difficult to live your day-to-day life are physical impairments. That’s the reality experienced by the 12.1% of Americans who have limited mobility and therefore need to resort to other solutions just to be able to live independently. However, trying to maintain that independence without much success may […]
Achieving Career Success: How to Find Work if You Have a Disability
By: Suzanne Tanner Job-seeking has always been challenging, but for people with disabilities, it can seem even more daunting. However, with determination and the right mindset, it is possible for people with disabilities to achieve career success and financial independence. In this article, we will provide several tips for people with disabilities who are looking […]
How to De-Stress Your Home By: Amanda Lutz
We’re more stressed than ever. According to the American Psychological Association, more than a quarter of adults report being too stressed to function. We’ve heard of the best practices to manage our stress (like eating well, exercising, and incorporating self-care into our daily routine), but have you considered whether your “home sweet home” contributes to your […]
In My Shoes Gala Celebrates Entrepreneurship
BRIDGES’ annual In My Shoes fundraising gala, an evening dedicated to dispelling preconceived notions of disability, will be held May 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM at the Crowne Plaza Suffern-Mahwah in Suffern N.Y. In My Shoes highlights personal accounts of people with disabilities, Veterans, and justice-involved persons in Rockland County and beyond who are willing […]
