October is Emotional Wellness Month
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October 1, 2023
motional Wellness Month, observed all October, reminds us to disconnect and take a time out for our brain. How do you take care or your emotional wellness?
Advocacy continues to be an integral part of LIFE’s programs and services. The ultimate goal of all advocacy efforts is to create an integrated society that is barrier free.
Life is a learning experience. Our classes involve teaching skills needed for an individual to become independent and to live and fully function in their community.
We have all been there! Everyone could use a listening ear at times. Peer Supporters are people with disabilities who share similar experiences with others with disabilities.
There are three components to LIFE’s transition services
Our goal is to be the southeast region’s disability resource center. We offer a wide range of information on issues of relevance to people with disabilities.
Individuals may apply for assistance obtaining a home modification or assistive technology. Consideration is given to applications for wheelchair ramps, bathroom modifications, CCTV’s or any modification or assistive technology that increases accessibility and independence.
LIFE would like to invite you to visit our new Assistive Technology Outreach Center (ATOC.) This is a hands-on learning center for assessment, demonstration, education, and training of assistive technology. .
Can ALL of your customers read your menu? Business card? Brochure? Alternative Formats for Everyone offers a variety of opportunities for businesses to provide their customers with materials in accessible formats such as braille, large print and audio.
The Gold Seal of Transparency acknowledges our efforts in providing clear, accurate, and accessible information to our stakeholders, including funders, nonprofit members, and the communities we serve.
The nonprofit Candid learns where nonprofits spend their funds, where it comes from, where it goes and why it matters.
The Foundation Directory helps nonprofits find funders to support their work. Funders look to GuideStar to verify and research nonprofits that are aligned with their priorities.
Charity Navigator has given LIFE it’s highest award, a 4-star rating. This earned us a “great” assessment with a score of 91%.
It means that LIFE “exceeds or meets best practices and industry standards across almost all areas. Likely to be a highly-effective charity,” according to the organization.
We are honored to be recognized for our work in the community, which couldn’t happen without our funders, staff, consumers and board members
Are you, or anyone you know blind or low-vision? Join GVRA at LIFE for an iPhone workshop on the…
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October 1, 2023
motional Wellness Month, observed all October, reminds us to disconnect and take a time out for our brain. How do you take care or your emotional wellness?
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October 1, 2023
Observed each October, National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) celebrates the contributions of America’s workers with disabilities past and present and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices that benefit employers and employees. ODEP has chosen "Advancing Access and Equity" as the theme for NDEAM 2023.
If you have questions, or employment goals, please contact us at 912.920.2414.
October 1, 2023
Stop by and visit the LIFE table during Savannah's biggest celebration of peace at The Mediation Center of the Coastal Empire's Savannah Day of Peace on Sunday, October 1st from 12:00 - 4:00 at Daffin Park.
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October 2, 2023
October 2nd - 6th is National Voter Education Week!
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October 2, 2023
October 2nd - 6th is National Voter Education Week!
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October 2, 2023
October 2nd - 6th is National Voter Education Week!
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October 2, 2023
October 2nd - 6th is National Voter Education Week!
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October 5, 2023
This is a private training. If you are interested in having LIFE conduct a disability etiquette training at your location please contact us at 912.920.2414, thanks!
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October 2, 2023
October 2nd - 6th is National Voter Education Week!
October 6, 2023
Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group meets every Friday in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah.
Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.
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October 10, 2023
October 12, 2023
Please join us for a LIFE-Line Peer Support Virtual Chat Group on Thursday, October 12th and Thursday, October 19th at 1:00PM on Zoom. October's meetings will be on the second and third Thursday this month, instead of the first and second Thursday.
The LIFE-line peer support group is open exclusively to LIFE consumers as a safe space to talk with other people with disabilities confidentially. No registration required. Please call the office for login information and any accessibility questions or concerns at (912) 920-2414.
October 13, 2023
Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group meets every Friday in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah.
Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.
October 14, 2023
Please join us us in celebrating National White Cane Day at this year's Walk-A-Mile In My Shoes on Saturday, October 14th at Lake Maker 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads Savannah, GA 31406 starting at 10:00AM. Bring the family for food, games, raffles and so much more!
October 18, 2023
Please join us for "LIFE Online - Employment Roadmap for People with Disabilities' on Zoom at 1:00. Please call the office for login information. 912.920.2414
October 19, 2023
Please join us for a LIFE-Line Peer Support Virtual Chat Group on Thursday, October 12th and Thursday, October 19th at 1:00PM on Zoom. October's meetings will be on the second and third Thursday this month, instead of the first and second Thursday.
The LIFE-line peer support group is open exclusively to LIFE consumers as a safe space to talk with other people with disabilities confidentially. No registration required. Please call the office for login information and any accessibility questions or concerns at (912) 920-2414.
October 20, 2023
Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group meets every Friday in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah.
Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.
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October 25, 2023
Please join us in person on Wednesday the 25th for thesecond of two FREE "Making Marks" sessions of guided artistic expression, inspired by the Jepson Center’s featured exhibition, Created Beasts: Sculpture by Ulysses Davis.
October 27, 2023
Neurodiversity Is Beautiful Social Peer Group meets every Friday in person at LIFE, located at 4811 Waters Avenue in Savannah.
Empowering neurodiverse adults and young adults to develop a local support network of peer support.
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October 28, 2023
LIFE resource table at Holly Heights Multi-Neighborhood Festival & Community Garden
Holly Heights will be hosting the event which includes the neighborhoods of LaRoche Park, Springhill, Daffin Heights, Wilemere and Shirley Park. Other nearby neighborhoods include Oakland Park, Eastgate, Edgemere, Sackville, Memorial Fairfield Park, Fleetwood, Fernwood, Bee Road Backus, Sunset Park, Forest Hills, Magnolia Park, Blueberry Hill, Victory Heights, Pine Gardens & Savannah State University.
This event presents a CALL-TO-ALL Savannah residents, especially those in the surrounding area, including neighborhood leaders, community groups, musicians, artists, youth groups, nonprofits and vendors, to collaboratively build connections in our community. The Holly Heights Neighborhood Association will also be hosting a Trunk-or-Treat event all day.
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October 31, 2023
Are you in costume today? Are you celebrating the Fall season in a special way?
Robert “Bob” Habas never gave up!
Bob was paralyzed for 35 years after an accidental injury. He was forced to live in a nursing home because there were no other options.
But he didn’t give up.
Bob fought the system and eventually transitioned to living independently in his own home. As the result of his lived experience, he was a founding member of a local group called Storytellers, which advocated for people who do not want to live in nursing homes.
He became a coordinator for LIFE, Inc. Until he passed away in September 2014, he worked to help other people with disabilities live the way they wanted to live. Bob was instrumental in providing first-hand knowledge on sidewalks, curb cuts, and bus transportation for wheelchair users. Today, LIFE, Inc. continues Bob’s work through our Nursing Home Transition program.
In recognition of his courage and determination, Bob’s family, and LIFE’s Board of Directors and Staff, along with Bob’s family, have started a campaign called the “Bob Habas Fund for Independence” to honor his legacy by helping LIFE’s consumers.
You can help make that happen by clicking on the Donate button below. The process is secure, quick and easy via PayPal.
Please follow the special instructions below to specify “Bob Habas Fund for Independence” for your donation.
Through your generosity, LIFE will continue to carry on Bob’s legacy of tireless devotion to others.
Thank you. – LIFE Board of Directors and Staff
1. Click “DONATE Now” Button!
2. Change the amount from $0 to whatever you wish to give.
3. Click on Donate with Debit or Credit Card.
4. Choose + Add special instructions to the seller.
5. Type in Bob Habas Fund for Independence
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