On October 28th, over 20 people attended Career Workshop presented by Pfizer in Peapack, Somerset County. The workshop, co-sponsored by ACI and NJDVRS, focused on resume, job search and interview tips for those seeking professional positions. Participants also learned about how to use LinkedIn. Thank you to Pfizer for the informative presentation!
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ACI Recognizes National Voter Registration Day 2015
In recognition of National Voter Registration Day, ACI sponsored a workshop, entitled "Voters Rights for People with Disabilities," presented by Mary Ciccone, Esq, of Disability Rights New Jersey. In addition, Seth Stevenson from the Middlesex County Board of Elections demonstrated one of the county's accessible voting machines. "This was very informative, I will feel very confident the next time I vote," said Cheryl Schweitzer, one of the attendees.
NJ DCR Discusses Discrimination Against Employees with Disabilities
On August 11th, 15 people attended a workshop on New Jersey's law against discrimination and employment. The workshop was conducted by Edward Haas, Legal Specialist of the NJ Division on Civil Rights. Thank you to Edward for the useful information!
Be sure to look for similar workshops on the civil rights of people with disabilities that ACI will be holding periodically.
ACI is Bringing Get FIT to Edison Later This Year
The Alliance Center for Independence (ACI) is bringing Get FIT to Edison with the goal of providing inclusive healthy living opportunities for people of all abilities. Get FIT which was launched in 2008 by The Family Resource Network, is a national movement of organizations all of whom are connected in the mission to increase health and wellness opportunities for people with disabilities, chronic illness and their caregivers. Get FIT provides evidence-based programs that have been tailored to meet the specific needs of people with varied ability levels. Get FIT participants have reported that they experienced an improved quality of life, increased independent living skills, improved health outcomes, increased physical activity levels, an increased consumption of fruits and vegetables, and a decreased risk of chronic health conditions after being in the program for 12 weeks.
For more information on Get FIT, please contact ACI or visit getfitnj.org.
ACI Members Tour the Bank of Woodbridge
On June 24th, ACI presented its second part of its Banking and Budgeting workshop with a tour of the Bank of Woodbridge. Stephany Kim, the bank's branch manager, led the tour and showed the group a behind-the-scenes look at the daily functions of a bank. Thank you to Stephany and the Bank of Woodbridge for the informative tour.
Uplifting Coastal Communities: Access Alternatives Conference
ACI was proud to participate in the Uplifting Coastal Communities: Access Alternatives conference sponsored by FEMA. The conference highlighted the need to plan for access to coastal homes at all stages of life by creating sustainable, accessible and livable communities.
The event featured a keynote by John A. Miller, P.E., CFM, CSM, New Jersey Association for Floodplain Management Legislative Committee Chair, followed by two panels of experts and community champions working toward creating accessible coastal communities.
1Touch Self-Defense Workshop for the People with Disabilities
ACI members learned how to defend themselves in an introductory 1Touch Self Defense workshop. Taught by Trisha Ebel, 1Touch uses techniques people with disabilities can employ to fend off attackers. Contact ACI about how you can take a full 1Touch course planned for the fall.
