COVID-19 Vaccine Information (Greater Richmond Area)
Hi Friends: We’ve made a one-stop resource for COVID-19 Vaccine information for our area . CLICK HERE (Google Slides Presentation) We hope you find this helpful. Stay Safe.
Disabled Identities and May Day
Speaking at a protest, Ed Roberts, regarded as the father of the independent living movement, once said that “politics is pressure.” For people with disabilities, as well as other groups…
Thoughts on Supported Decision-Making
Hey everyone! Wendi here. We’ve been doing a lot of training recently and one of our newest employment specialists, Tari, asked a great question in response to a module on…
Re: “non-verbal”, “low / high functioning”, “individual”
Hi everyone! Got a great question recently that I thought should be shared: I think this is a great question and a good opportunity to talk about language and labels. I’m…
Why I Love my Job: the Ainsley Edition
Hi Friends, Ainsley here. In September I celebrated two years at Branches of Life as an Employment Specialist. Some people reflect on their anniversaries, and when it comes to work,…
Things don’t always go as planned, but in the end, we always win.
We took a walk on the river today and saw a few signs on our journey to remind us to stay positive and keep the love flowing. We thought that…
DIY Clay Jewelry
Hey, it’s Tamra and Lawson. We’re here to show you how we turned a clay kit into some fashionable jewelry for the Spring! Check it out if you are looking…
We are Not an Inspiration
Hi — Alexis here. You know what I’m waiting for? I’m waiting for the day that people with disabilities stop being “inspirational.” Where a person with a disability isn’t praised…
Donuts: What the Popular Office Pastry Teaches Us About Letting Go
Hi, Leeanne here! Aside from being a popular treat in the break room, donuts bring a lot of value to the workplace. You’re probably thinking to yourself, how can a…
LEARN ASL WITH BOL: Letters A-L
Hey everyone! Tamra here. We are firm believers in communication for all types of learners. We work hard to break down communication barriers by adapting to various communication styles. Many…