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Blog Post | Lifestyle

Seven Easy and Effective Ways to Increase Gratitude in Your Life

The Thanksgiving season serves as a reminder to focus on gratitude and appreciation, but practicing gratitude habits year-round has serious benefits to your well-being. Intentionally prioritizing time and creating space…

Tags: Community


Blog Post | Finding a Diagnosis, Get Involved, Health, News, Science + Research

Simply Stated: Updates in Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that causes muscle weakness, disability, and eventually death, often within three to five years from when the symptoms first appear. In ALS,…

Tags: Clinical Trials, Community, Drug Development, Healthcare, Innovation, MDA Care Centers, MDA Resource Center, Research, Research Advances, Resources, Simply Stated


Blog Post | Advocacy, Get Involved, Inclusion, Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories

Episode 45- Making Space and Creating Pathways with Keely Cat-Wells

In this Quest Podcast episode, we chat with world-renowned advocate, entrepreneur, public speaker and educator, Keely Cat-Wells. She devotes her time and expertise to creating education and employment opportunities and…

Tags: College, Community, Education, Employment, Innovation, Relationships, Year of Independence, Young Adults


Blog Post | Advocacy, Get Involved, Inclusion, Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories

National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) Panel for Jobseekers and Employers

In this Quest webinar, we chat with esteemed panelists including: Donna Bungard, Senior Marketing Accessibility Program Manager, Indeed Nicholas Iadevio, Jr., Vice President Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, L’Oréal Stephane Leblois,…

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Blog Post | Lifestyle

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Know Your Risk and Resources

People with disabilities are at higher risk for all types of domestic abuse. Learn how to recognize abuse and what to do about it.

Tags: Featured Content, Mental Health, Relationships


Blog Post | Advocacy, Health, Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories

MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: Resetting Priorities: A PhD’s Journey

Dr. Tye Martin is a digital creator, influencer, and disability advocate living with muscular dystrophy. He earned a PhD in Biomedical Engineering from the University of New Mexico in 2019.…

Tags: Ambassador Guest Blog, Ambassadors, Mental Health, Relationships, Young Adults


Blog Post | Health, Lifestyle

Adaptive Exercises for People with Neuromuscular Diseases

Understand the variety of adaptive exercises available to choose a physical activity that works for your body and mobility.

Tags: Featured Content, Staying Active


Featured Article | Health, Lifestyle

6 Tips for Living Well as a Senior with Neuromuscular Disease

Strategies for seniors with neuromuscular diseases to manage a progressive disease while dealing with common challenges that come with aging.

Tags: Caregiving, Community, Featured Content, Finance, Insurance, MDA Resource Center, Mental Health, Personal Care Attendants, Staying Active, Volunteers


Featured Article | Advocacy, Get Involved, Inclusion, News

Your Vote Matters: Disability Advocates Can Help Change Legislation for the Better

Voters and advocates with disabilities can influence legislation and make positive change—every voice counts.

Tags: Accessible Air Travel, Advocacy Updates, Featured Content


Blog Post | Inclusion, Independence, Lifestyle, Personal Stories

MDA Ambassador Guest Blog: How Technology Changed My Life – and Future

Luke Hennessy lives in Prior Lake, Minnesota, and has SMA Type 2. He is studying Pre-Law with a major in Computer Information Systems and a minor in Political Science at…

Tags: Ambassador Guest Blog, Ambassadors, College, College Experience, Community, Employment, Relationships, Young Adults