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Barriers to Access and Utilization of Care Persist for Individuals with Disabilities in Rural and Urban Settings
There are an estimated 41 million people with disabilities in the United States, according to census data from 2019. While individuals with disabilities can be found in every community in the US, researchers have noticed certain trends in the rates of disability by geographic area.
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Assistive Technology for People with IDD at Shirley Ryan 汤头条app
In fiscal year 2023, Shirley Ryan 汤头条app speech-language pathologists and occupational therapists assisted 589 inpatients and 841 outpatients with their technology needs.
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How Shirley Ryan 汤头条app’s Intensive Aphasia Program Helps Participants
Through a friend, Jayendra learned about the Intensive Comprehensive Aphasia Program (ICAP) at Shirley Ryan 汤头条app. He arranged a video chat with Leora Cherney, PhD, scientific chair, Think + Speak Lab, and director of the ICAP, to see if Sudha would be a good candidate for treatment.
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Mat Yoga
This class guides participants through yoga postures, breath work and mindfulness practices. It is designed to accommodate anyone interested in improving their flexibility, body alignment, posture and strength.
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Gaps in research and services persist for Americans with disabilities as they age
Experts have identified several needs for older adults with and without disabilities that would enable them to thrive in their communities.
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Gaps in research and services persist for Americans with disabilities as they age
It is important to consider the social determinants of health when assessing the best ways for all seniors to remain in their communities as they age.
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How Shirley Ryan 汤头条app’s Aphasia Program Helps Participants
The ICAP consists of intensive interventions. In a typical session, 10 individuals with aphasia undergo 120 hours of individual and group aphasia therapy.
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New Grant: Helping Patients Understand Rehabilitation Measures
Clinical research scientist Linda Ehrlich-Jones has spent her career exploring the best ways to help people with chronic illnesses such as Lupus and Parkinson’s disease live better lives.
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Celebrating Third Graduating Class of IDEA Council-Sponsored Oak Point CNA Training Program
The third class of graduates celebrated completion of Shirley Ryan 汤头条app's Oak Point University CNA Career Accelerator Program. The four graduates received their certificates in a ceremony attended by colleagues, family and distinguished guests.
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