2012 CALENDAR www.iod.unh.edu The Institute on Disability (IOD) at the University of New Hampshire welcomes 2012 with its annual outreach calendar, highlighting a shared commitment to community, diversity, and inclusion. We are excited to feature original works of art by 12 talented artists who are connected to our mission. Continuing with our 12-year tradition, each work of art has been coupled with an inspirational quote that reflects the values of the IOD. In addition, every month features sponsoring programs and organizations that share in our commitment to creating more inclusive communities for people with disabilities and their families. The staff at the Institute would like to thank all those who helped make this calendar possible, particularly those artists who generously contributed their visions for social equality. We would also like to extend our deepest gratitude to all our sponsors, both returning and new. We wish you well in the New Year and thank you for celebrating it with us. Warmest Wishes, The Institute on Disability Staff Cover & Interior Art: “Oktober” – Emily Bowen Graphic Design: Nichole Guntz Artwork Photography: Lisa Nugent | Printing: Kase Printing, Inc. The Institute on Disability/UCED (IOD) at the University of New Hampshire was established in 1987 to provide a coherent university-based focus for the improvement of knowledge, policies, and practices related to the lives of persons with disabilities and their families. VISION The IOD envisions a future where all persons, including those living with disabilities, are fully engaged members of communities; a future where culturally appropriate supports are available across the life span to individuals and families that lead to self-determination and satisfying quality of life. MISSION The IOD strengthens communities to ensure full access, equal opportunities, and participation for all persons. VALUES The IOD values the participation of people with disabilities, the community, family members, and a culturally diverse membership in its governance and research, teaching, and service activities. The IOD works to advance principles of choice, family and consumer-directed supports, community inclusion, and cultural competence throughout the life span. UNIVERSITY CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE ON DISABILITY (UCED) The Institute on Disability is a member of the Association of University Centers in Disabilities (AUCD), a network of 67 university-based Centers located in every state and territory in the United States. The IOD, working with the Division of Genetics and Child Development at Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth and the Department of Pediatrics at Dartmouth Medical School, is the flagship for New Hampshire’s University Center for Excellence on Disability (UCED). Centers work with people with disabilities, members of their families, state and local government agencies, and community providers in projects that provide training, technical assistance, service, research, and information sharing, with a focus on building the capacity of communities to sustain all their citizens. For more information about the IOD, visit www.iod.unh.edu. To order additional calendars or to preview our comprehensive catalog of resources that support community inclusion and individual excellence, visit the IOD Bookstore online at www.iodbookstore.com or call (800) 378-0386. Let’s trade in all our judging for appreciating. Let’s lay down our righteousness and just be together. Ram Dass January S 1 M 2 8 15 29 T W R F S 3 4 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 Marie (Mia) Farah | 30 Beirut, Lebanon Mia is a young lady with intellectual disability (Down Syndrome). She is a self-advocate and council member with Inclusion International and Inclusion MENA (Middle East and North Africa). New Year’s Day (Observed) 9 16 22 2012 “Starry Night” 17 18 19 20 21 Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday 23 30 24 25 31 26 27 28 december 2011 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 february 2012 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 56 Old Suncook Road, Suite 2 | Concord, NH 03301 603.228.2084 | www.centerforstartservices.com START (Systemic, Therapeutic, Assessment, Respite & Treatment) is a national initiative that strengthens efficiencies and service outcomes for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities and behavioral health needs in the community. START aims to enhance local capacity and provide collaborative, cost-effective support to individuals and their families through exemplary clinical services and education with close attention to service outcomes. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire www.iod.unh.edu No matter what may be your lot in life, build something on it. Anonymous february S 5 12 19 M 6 14 21 20 27 T 7 13 26 2012 W R S 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 15 16 22 23 Washington’s Birthday 28 F 29 17 24 18 25 “Silver Birch” Holly Jean Silvia | 29 Effingham, NH Holly Jean has worked at Tossed and Found Gallery for two years creating designs from mosaic pieces to collages and creating art from recycled objects. january 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 march 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 611 North Weber Street, Suite 200 | Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719.531.9400 | www.peakparent.org PEAK provides training, information, and technical assistance to equip families of children with disabilities with strategies to advocate successfully for their children. Each year in February, PEAK Parent Center hosts a national Conference on Inclusive Education. Families, teachers, professionals, and other community members benefit from this highly engaging conference, focused on practical strategies that boost the academic success and inclusion of students with disabilities in their classrooms, schools, homes, and communities. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire www.iod.unh.edu Use what talents you possess: the woods would be very silent if no birds sang there except those that sang best. Henry Van Dyke march S 4 11 18 25 2012 M 5 12 19 26 T 6 13 20 27 W 7 14 21 28 R F S 1 2 3 8 9 10 15 22 29 16 23 30 17 24 31 “Katwalk” Kathy Tupper | 66 Nashville, TN Kathy’s carrier stands 45 years, alive with creative challenges both in Fine and Commercial art environments. She colors each blessed day vivid. February 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 april 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 15501 San Fernando Mission Boulevard, Suite 200 | PO Box 9604 Mission Hills, CA 91346-9604 818.361.6400 | www.jaynolan.org The Mission of Jay Nolan Community Services, Inc. is to enable individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental disabilities to live fulfilling lives as members of the community by providing support services customized to their individual needs. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire www.iod.unh.edu Without leaps of imagination, or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning. Gloria Steinem april S 2012 M T W R F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 22 29 16 23 17 24 18 25 19 26 30 Autism Society of New Hampshire PO Box 68 | Concord, NH 03302 603.679.2424 | www.autism-society-nh.org Improving the lives of all affected by autism through education, advocacy, and support. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire 20 27 21 28 “Untitled” Loretta Marie Adams | 21 Bradford, NH Loretta is a painter, printmaker and potter who wishes to work in the field of Art therapy. More work can be viewed at www.lorettamarie.com. March 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 may 2012 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 The NH Council on Autism Spectrum Disorders www.nhcouncilonasd.org Putting the pieces together in the Granite State. www.iod.unh.edu a as t me bei ng. Jack ie R obins on g you r t a esp sk is th ec Ia I am liking n r u t i or disliki not ncerned w h yo co me...All human may 2012 S 6 13 20 27 “Barbershop – Everyone Welcome” M 7 14 R F S 2 3 4 5 8 9 10 11 12 22 29 28 W 1 15 21 T 16 23 30 17 24 31 18 25 19 26 Jodi Bonassi | 58 Canoga Park, CA Jodi Bonassi’s work has been reviewed in the Boston Globe, Los Angeles Times, and Flavorpill. Publications include Harpers Magazine, Studio Visit Magazine (2008), and others. Visit jodibonassiart.com. april 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 june 2012 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Memorial Day 21 Chenell Drive | Concord, NH 03301 603.228.9680 | www.gsil.org Founded in 1980, Granite State Independent Living (GSIL) is a statewide nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote life with independence for people with disabilities and those experiencing the natural process of aging through advocacy, information, education and support. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire 4 Library Way Hewitt Hall Durham, NH 03824 603.862.0070 www.nepassage.org The mission of Northeast Passage is to create an environment where individuals with disabilities can enjoy recreation with the same freedom of choice, quality of life, and independence as their non-disabled peers. www.iod.unh.edu All the Woulda-Coulda-Shouldas Layin’ in the sun, Talkin’ ‘bout the things They woulda coulda shoulda done... But those Woulda-Coulda-Shouldas All ran away and hid From one little Did. Shel Silverstein june 2012 S 3 10 17 24 M 4 11 18 25 T 5 12 19 26 W 6 13 20 27 R 7 14 21 28 F S 1 2 8 9 15 22 29 16 23 30 “The Frog On The Pond” Moesha Bryant | 12 Miami, FL Moesha enjoys the Art period and particularly takes pleasure in drawing and using watercolors. She has a natural aptitude for mathematics and takes delight in group projects where she is an enthusiastic leader. may 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 july 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Health and Health Care Disparities Among Individuals with Disabilities Project 10 West Edge Drive, Suite 101 | Durham, NH 03824 603.862.1084 | www.iod.unh.edu The goal of the Health Disparities Project is to generate new knowledge about health care access and health outcome disparities experienced by people with different types of disabilities and translate and disseminate these findings for researchers, policy makers, and others. A growing body of research has documented that persons with disabilities are more likely to experience health disparities compared to the general population; this grant helps to extend this research to disparities experienced by people with different types of disabilities. Funding for the project is from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, U.S. Department of Education. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire www.iod.unh.edu • Fr anc e s M o or e L ap p é • Ev o u r li v f o t c e e s p is as , y r i e n. of want t ld w e o l w or i v e i nd n a o t v e fo a , r e s th n e e s ki july 2012 S 1 8 15 22 29 M 2 9 16 23 30 T W R 3 4 10 Independence Day 11 12 17 24 5 18 19 25 26 F S 6 7 13 14 20 27 21 28 31 “Rebirth” Emily Bowen | 47 Everett, WA The last of five children, Emily was born to American parents in Monterrey, Mexico. Influenced strongly as a child by Latin Folk Art, her color palate generally tends to run very warm. Her medium is oil base paint and she creates both figurative abstract and non-objective abstract paintings. june 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 august 2012 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 56 Old Suncook Road, Suite 2 | Concord, NH 03301 603.228.2084 | www.directconnectnh.org DirectConnect addresses the growing direct care workforce shortage in New Hampshire by providing recruitment, training, and retention opportunities aimed at creating a sustainable workforce. The program incorporates a multi-prong approach to workforce development which includes the creation of a direct care career lattice and the establishment of a range of professional development opportunities. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire www.iod.unh.edu We will surely get to our destination if we join hands. Aung San Suu Kyi august S 5 M 6 12 19 2012 13 20 T 7 14 21 W R F S 1 2 3 4 8 9 10 11 15 22 16 23 17 24 18 25 “Jump” Laurie Barker Burdwood | 52 Dover, NH Laurie has been watercolor painting for over 35 years and still loves the interactive aspect of watercolors. july 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 september 2012 1 26 27 28 29 30 31 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 21 South Fruit Street Suite 22 Concord, NH 03301 603.271.3236 www.nhddc.org The New Hampshire Council on Developmental Disabilities is dedicated to: Dignity, full rights of citizenship, equal opportunities, and full participation for all New Hampshire citizens with developmental disabilities. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire 15 Green Street | Concord, NH 03301 603.225.5359 | www.naminh.org | www.theconnectproject.org The National Alliance on Mental Illness NH (NAMI NH), a grassroots organization of families, consumers, professionals and other members dedicated to improving the quality of life of persons of all ages affected by mental illness or serious emotional disorders through education, support and advocacy. www.iod.unh.edu du wit h nry ehin tters compared to what lie s He ins ask yH nle Sta es b y ma us. Wha t li d l t a wh in sa n of us are t d a e h a in ies September S M 2012 T W R F S 1 2 4 3 10 9 16 23 | 30 17 24 5 6 7 8 Labor Day 11 18 25 “We are all different, we are all the same” 12 19 26 13 20 27 3 Bedford Green South Burlington, VT 05403 802.658.3374 www.autcom.org The Autism National Committee (AutCom) is the only autism advocacy organization dedicated to Social Justice for All Citizens with Autism through a shared vision and a commitment to positive approaches. Our organization was founded in 1990 to protect and advance the human rights and civil rights of all persons with autism and related differences of communication and behavior. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire 14 21 28 15 22 29 Susan Sawyer | 47 Henniker, NH Susan works as a graphic designer, but she enjoys painting in her free time. This piece combines elements of both fine art and graphic design. AUGUST 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 OCTOBER 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Laconia, Chocoura, Berlin, Lebanon, Littleton, Plymouth, Manchester, Nashua, Concord, Keene, Portsmouth, Salem, Rochester, & Claremont, NH 866.634.9412 | www.servicelink.org ServiceLink Aging and Disability Resource Centers are trusted places in your community to get answers about healthcare and other services for older adults, persons with disabilities and family caregivers. The ServiceLink Resource Center team is one phone call away. We’ll listen to your needs, respect your privacy and help you find answers. There is never a fee or eligibility requirement! www.iod.unh.edu There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it’s going to be a butterfly. Richard Buckminster october S 7 2012 M T W R F S 1 2 3 4 5 6 6 9 10 11 12 13 “The Mother” Jim Lamoreux | 61 Reno, NV Jim was born and lived in Long Beach, CA until 1968 when he went to Vietnam. When he came back, he was diagnosed with schizophrenia. He worked in traditional art forms until the 1980s. From there he did his designs on a computer. He has been working with a computer to do his art ever since. September 2012 1 14 Columbus Day 15 16 17 18 19 20 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 1 2 3 30 21 28 22 29 23 30 24 25 31 73 Main Street Durham, NH 03824 603.862.2821 www.carseyinstitute.unh.edu The Carsey Institute conducts policy research on vulnerable children, youth, and families and on sustainable community development. We give policy makers and practitioners the timely, independent resources they need to effect change in their communities. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire 26 27 november 2012 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 10 West Edge Drive, Suite 101 | Durham, NH 03824 866.538.9521 | www.researchondisability.org StatsRRTC works to foster evidence-based decision making by people with disabilities and their families, advocates, policymakers, program administrators, service providers, and researchers by making data widely available and accessible. www.iod.unh.edu in the confrontation between the stream and the rock, the stream always wins--not through strength, but through persistence. Buddha november S 4 M 5 11 18 19 T 6 13 12 2012 W 7 14 R F S 1 2 3 8 9 10 15 16 17 Veterans Day (Observed) 20 21 16 23 24 “Rocky Shore” Howard Kolsin | 59 Queens, NY Howard has lived in New York all his life. He has been handicapped with rheumatoid arthritis since he was eleven years old and is basically self taught. october 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 december 2012 1 25 26 27 28 Thanksgiving Day 29 30 The New Hampshire Challenge disability issues from a family perspective published quarterly by: The New Hampshire Challenge, Inc. P.O. Box 579, Dover, NH 03821-0579 www.nhchallenge.org Celebrating 20 Years 2009 All rights reserved PO Box 579 | Dover, NH 03821 603.742.9617 | www.nhchallenge.org The New Hampshire Challenge is a newspaper which covers news about disability issues from a family perspective. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire ne c 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 the new england genetics collaborative 10 West Edge Drive, Suite 101 | Durham, NH 03824 603.862.3454 | www.negenetics.org The mission of the NEGC is to promote and improve health and social well-being of those with inherited conditions through collaborations among public and private health professionals, educators, consumers and advocates in New England. www.iod.unh.edu There are two ways of spreading light: to be the candle or the mirror that reflects it. Edith Wharton december S M 2012 T W R F S 1 2 9 16 23 | 30 3 10 17 24 | 31 4 5 11 12 18 19 26 25 6 13 20 27 7 14 21 28 8 15 22 29 “Boston After Dark” Richard Mangino, Sr. | 65 Revere, MA Richard is a quad-amputee, a writer, an artist, a musician, a grandfather, father, and husband. Visit richardmanginoartist. org to see more of his work. november 2012 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 January 2013 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Christmas Day ATECH Services 57 Regional Drive | Suite 7 | Concord, NH 03301 (603) 226-2900 | (800) 932-5837 | www.atechservices.org Through the provision of assistive technology, education, and community health services, Crotched Mountain ATECH Services maximizes the abilities of people affected by disabilities or the aging process to participate at home, work, school, or play. Institute on Disability | University of New Hampshire www.iod.unh.edu Let’s trade in all our judging for appreciating. Let’s lay down our righteousness and just be together. Ram Dass Without leaps of imagination, or dreaming, we lose the excitement of possibilities. Dreaming, after all, is a form of planning. No matter what may be your lot in life, build something on it. Anonymous i , is s t of our live on Jack ie R obins i n. y er pe c as w a nt t ld we o li ve bei ng. g a Shel Silverstein ki wo r as t me human a n , a vote for th nse e se of you r esp sk is that ec All the Woulda-Coulda-Shouldas Layin’ in the sun, Talkin’ ‘bout the things They woulda coulda shoulda done... But those Woulda-Coulda-Shouldas All ran away and hid From one little Did. nd me...All Ia I am n r liking or disliki not ncerned with you co Gloria Steinem We will surely get to our destination if we join hands. Aung San Suu Kyi • Fr es Moore Lap pé anc Ev • sa ask yH nle Sta es b ehin du h nry He ins Wha t li There is nothing in a caterpillar that tells you it’s going to be a butterfly. Richard Buckminster wit us. 603.862.4320 | relay: 711 | contact.iod@unh.edu atters co ared to what li es mp in 10 West Edge Drive, Suite 101 | Durham, NH 03824 n ead of us are ti ny m es ah li hat dw www.iod.unh.edu Stay Connected: facebook.com/instituteondisability twitter.com/unhiod © 2011. Institute on Disability. University of New Hampshire. in the confrontation between the stream and the rock, the stream always wins--not through strength, but through persistence. Buddha