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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
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
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
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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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.
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.…
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
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
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.
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