M'ville event to offer special needs resources

MERRILLVILLE | An upcoming event will help take the guesswork out of finding resources for people with disabilities.

Audio conference offers ADA information locally

GARY | ADA and Law Enforcement: Understanding the Issues is a free audio conference offered by ADA-Indiana from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday at The Arc Northwest Indiana, Main Office, 2650 W. 35th Ave.

A boy, his dog and a big heart

SOUTH CHICAGO HEIGHTS | Nora and Dave Corder knew early on something was different about their son, Nate.

Report: Disabled parents face bias, loss of kids

Twins Abigail and Noah Thomas, 8, ride on the motorized wheelchair of their mother, Jenn Thomas, on their way to a school book fair in Arlington Heights, Ill. Thomas, a 36-year-old mom who has cerebral palsy, says her twins occasionally complain about having to do a few extra chores around t…

Report: Disabled parents face bias, loss of kids

Millions of Americans with disabilities have gained innumerable rights and opportunities since Congress passed landmark legislation on their behalf in 1990. And yet, advocates say, barriers and bias still abound when it comes to one basic human right: To be a parent.

Legally blind PUC student perseveres in pursuit of law career

Allen Pennington understands what it takes to persevere and overcome difficulties.

Disability resource fair slated tonight at Gary Career Center

GARY | AccessAbilities, Inc. is sponsoring a disability resource fair from 4:30 to 8 p.m. today at the Gary Career Center, 1800 E. 35th Ave.

Region parents struggle to get help for children with mental illness, disabilities

No one can hear Jennifer Smith's screams. The South Haven resident keeps them buried — locked behind the facade of a woman who has it all together. Smith's 11-year-old son, Jacob, screams for her.

Gary organization raises awareness for disabled

Hobart camp for kids with disabilities to be on 'Celebrity Apprentice'

HOBART | A Hobart YMCA-based summer camp for kids with developmental disabilities will be highlighted on a national TV show airing Sunday night, Michelle Higel said.

Children's museum hosts athletic event for disabled kids

CHICAGO | As a successful college triathlete, Hailey Danisewicz swims, runs and bikes, despite having had part of her left leg amputated.

Gala to fund expansion of programs for persons with disabilities

CHICAGO HEIGHTS | ContMid Group stepped up to the role as premier sponsor of SouthSTAR Services' St. Patrick's Day Gala once they learned that proceeds were going to fund a new, holistic approach to learning.

Valpo man pushes for registrations to keep 911 aware of disabled

VALPARAISO | Being legally blind, hearing-impaired and unable to walk won't keep Len Pera from being a motivational force -- "thorn in the side," he said -- on the Mayor's Advisory Council on Disabilities.

Hammond Mayors Commission on Disabilities

Hammond Mayors Commission on Disabilities will meet Jan. 10.

GUEST COMMENTARY: Increase job options for people with disabilities

Ball State University is consistently ranked as one of the top universities for students with disabilities. For decades, our leaders have gone the extra mile to ensure facilities, programs and activities are inclusive for people with disabilities. Our Office of Disabled Student Development i…

Bus service available to some Ross Township residents

ROSS TOWNSHIP | Ross Township senior citizens and disabled residents can receive transportation to medical appointments, pharmacies and other locations through the Ross Township trustee's office.

Mother working to help people with disabilities

Getting to know Laura Sniff

Mother working to help people with disabilities

Munster native Laura (Janusonis) Sniff would love to see a world where people with disabilities are valued and contributing members of their community.

State cuts hurt most vulnerable population

GARY | Debra Silvert, of Valparaiso, said state cuts to programs that benefit people with developmental disabilities would be devastating.

Dyer woman is regional resource for children with disabilities

Diana Seljan, of Dyer, hopes to further the mission of INSOURCE, or Indiana Resource Center for Families with Special Needs, as a regional parent resource.