Advocates triumph at "It's My LIFE Rally"
posted 9/2/10
300 self-advocates rallied in Bloomington for self-directed supports this week and showed the world how advocacy can change lives!
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The Inspirational Story of Jessica and her art!
LifeMyWay Staff
posted 8/26/10
Since she came into this world, many underestimated Jessica Blinkhorn. Her talent speaks for itself.
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Achieving a personal goal: My own apartment!
Phil Gibboney
posted 8/19/10
As recently as a week ago, Tony accomplished what some would believe is the ultimate in personal achievement...he moved into his own apartment.
For Tony, age 23, it seems to be a natural progression of events.
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Marty & Marie: A Love Story
By: Phil Gibboney
posted 8/2/10
Sometimes the greatest triumph over life’s many obstacles might just be love for one another. With confirmed, unwavering love, challenges can be met and life circumstances can be changed. For Marty and Marie of Moline, Illinois, there is now and always has been between them, the truest kind of love.
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Cornerstone Services home to dreams & freedom for many
LifeMyWay
posted 7/29/10
Driving south on Jefferson Road in Joliet and you may not notice the plain, brick one-story structure with a small sign. As with so many things in life, it’s what’s on the inside that counts.
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LifeMyWay Op/Ed: It is time for change
By: Tri County Advocates
posted 7/23/10
LifeMyWay advocate Charlotte Cronin shares her perspective on why change is needed in Illinois - now.
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Associations partner to improve fitness for people with autism
By: Staff Reports
St. Charles Republican
9/1/10
Fox Valley Special Recreation Association became an Exercise Connection Partner to help improve the health and fitness of youths and adults with autism spectrum disorders.
'Temple Grandin' Snags Five Emmys
By: Michelle Diament
Disability Scoop
8/31/10
A biopic about autism self-advocate Temple Grandin won five Emmy awards Sunday night including best made-for-television movie.
Appeals court allows autism helper dog in class
By: Associated Press
Chicago Tribune
8/30/10
An Illinois appeals court has agreed to allow a central Illinois student to keep his autism helper dog in school.