Press Release – Access Alliance The Access Alliance is calling for nominations of New Zealand businesses who are proving that accessibility is good for business, especially in challenging times. From 15 February to 7 June, New Zealanders with access needs, as well as their …
The Access Alliance is calling for nominations of New Zealand businesses who are proving that accessibility is good for business, especially in challenging times.
From 15 February to 7 June, New Zealanders with access needs, as well as their whānau, supporters and allies can nominate businesses in their communities who are demonstrating an ongoing commitment to accessibility.
Making the most of the domestic market makes more sense than ever, however many companies may be missing out on significant income potential from the estimated 1 million New Zealanders who have access needs . International experience suggests businesses who embrace accessibility can see a 20% uplift in sales. With legislativ
The Barbara Stone Foundation, a non-profit organization focused on supporting visionary and creative programs and initiatives for individuals with disabilities, gave four grants totaling $25,500 to Upstate non-profits in November 2020.
Since 1991, the Barbara Stone Foundation has supported organizations in Greenville County that are committed to helping individuals with disabilities thrive through innovative programming.
The South Carolina School for the Deaf and the Blind Foundation received a $5,000 grant for their Freedom to Play project, which is repurposing an old tennis court on the school’s Spartanburg property to give students with mobility challenges a safe place to ride bicycles, run, walk and play.
Clem was born in Johnson City, Tennessee, and lived there for a majority of his life.
After earning a BS in history at East Tennessee State University, Clem began his career in the pharmaceutical sales industry until 1978. He transitioned to a successful career as an investment broker, where he served his clients for 34 years. Clem retired from Citizens Investment Services in 2019.
While Clem was successful in his career, his passion was as a servant leader. Clem was a member of the Mountain States Health Alliance Board of Directors and served in various leadership roles there, including a term as Chairperson. He also served as a member of the Ties for the Blind Foundation, Johnson City Parks & Recreation advisory board, ETSUâs Buccaneer Athletic Scholarship Association and the Johnson City Lionâs Club. He was also a lifelong member of St. Johnâs Episcopal Church, serving as lay Eucharistic minister, senior and junior warden of the vestry. He still found time to
“Sometimes she wants to cross the road when I don’t want to, and she insists on the window seat in the van – she’s got a very good life.’’ Opal is a great companion too, and has given Taylor someone to care for and talk to – something he couldn’t do with his white cane.
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Lady has changed the lives of 12-year-old Lachlan and his family. “Sometimes I might take the cane to the fish and chip shop at night if it’s been a hot day – I’ll only be out for half an hour, but she treats me like I’m just back from the Second World War.’’