Flexability: 30 Years, 30 Voices
TheCIL's Executive Director, Stuart James, was featured in Flexability ADA 30th Anniversary video. Check it out!
Be Your Own Normal: Deaf is Normal
Do you miss nights out? We sure do!
It's hard to imagine times when we didn't need to practice #socialdistancing.
We had such a blast making this #BeYourOwnNormal video.
#thecil #independentliving #covid #goingout #beyourownnormal
The 4th Annual Ed Roberts Awards | Berkeley, CA
Tickets are going fast! Don't miss out on the Ed Roberts Awards' biggest lineup yet.
Join the celebration. Get your tickets now: EdRobertsAwards.org
Honoring Ali Stroker | The 4th Annual Ed Roberts Awards
This past summer, Ali Stroker made history as the first wheelchair user to win a Tony award.
"That night, I thought a little bit about if I were to win, what I wanted to say..."
Hear Ali's story on January 23rd as we honor her at the 4th Annual Ed Roberts Awards in Berkeley.
Tickets on sale now: http://EdRobertsAwards.org
Honoring Jim Fousekis | The 4th Annual Ed Roberts Awards
“The job of being in this world is not just to take care of yourself, but it’s to do something for somebody else along the way.”
Join us in honoring Jim Fousekis at the 4th Annual Ed Roberts Awards. Buy Tickets Now: EdRobertsAwards.org
In this video, Jim tells the story of how he became involved with TheCIL in the 1980s. On January 23rd, Jim will receive a Special Recognition Award for his generosity and service as head of the Friends of CIL from 1984-1988.
Jim is a retired lawyer (BA UC Berkeley; LLB Yale Law School), who practiced commercial litigation in San Francisco for over 40 years until retiring 11 years ago. A long time supporter, Fousekis chronicled TheCIL's early history in his book, "Spiro & Marie - Looking Back and Giving Back"
30 years ago today in 1989, the Loma Prieta earthquake rocked the San Francisco Bay Area, and with the recent earthquakes, TheCIL demonstrates in this video recorded by Cal OES in 2015 on how a person with a disability can protect themselves during an earthquake.
Accessible Travel Agent Tami Blockman on Power On: LIVE!
At April's Momentum Expo, we spoke with Certified Accessible Travel Advocate Tami Blockman about planning vacations for people with disabilities, specifically kids with special needs.
Looking to plan a vacation for yourself or your family? Email Tami at [email protected]
Humanware's Rachel Feinberg on Power On: LIVE!
Product Specialist Rachel Feinberg from assistive technology giant HumanWare stopped by our live stream at last month's Momentum Expo. Hear about the latest and greatest in low vision and blindness products on this clip from Power On: LIVE!
Eden I&R's Lars Eric Holm on Power On: LIVE!
Lars Eric Holm from Eden I&R /211 Alameda County joined us on Power On: LIVE! at last month's Momentum Expo to talk about compiling information in the digital age, plus how to 'MacGyver' your own emergency preparedness kit in case of floods, wildfires, earthquakes, and whatever else California might throw your way.
The Berkeley Times' R. Todd Kerr on Power On: LIVE!
Berkeley Times' editor and publisher, Ross Todd Kerr stopped by TheCIL's Power On: LIVE! at Saturday's Momentum Expo for the second straight year.
This time, he discussed what defines a community newspaper and what it's like "delivering double rainbows" around Berkeley, California.
For more clips from Power On and Power On: LIVE!, subscribe to TheCIL's YouTube channel at YouTube.com/TheCIL.
The Honorable THELTON E. HENDERSON | Ed Roberts Awards 2019
In the mid-'90s, The Honorable Thelton E. Henderson traveled to Pelican Bay Prison with three law clerks to investigate reports of poor living conditions at the prison. The three clerks told their story and honored Judge Henderson in this video from the 2019 Ed Roberts Awards, "Empowerment through Justice".
Judge Henderson was the 2019 Ed Roberts Award Honoree for his successful efforts at championing the civil rights of some of the most marginalized and vulnerable segments of American society.
Best of CES 2019 | POWER ON
Last week, The CIL traveled to Las Vegas to attend the 2019 Consumer Electronics Show. We went not for the ping-pong robot, or even the Lamborghini Massage Chair. On this episode of Power On, we'll be reviewing the top 5 assistive technology products at CES 2019.
Berkeley Firefighters and The CIL | Preview
A few months ago, the Berkeley Fire Fighters Association got in contact with The CIL about local resident's need for access into and out of their home.
Hear the full story of Julia's lift, next Wednesday at the Third Annual Ed Roberts Awards, January 23, 2019.
Visit EdRobertsAwards.org for tickets.
3rd Annual Ed Roberts Awards Announcement
Join The CIL in the 3rd Annual Ed Roberts Awards, an amazing evening planned atop the California Memorial Stadium to honor three outstanding individuals. There will be delicious bites, libations, jazz music, and an exciting silent auction. We hope to you see you there! RSVP at edrobertsawards.org
WHILL Model Ci | POWER ON
Power On is back!
The CIL's #AssistiveTech review show, POWER ON, returns with a solo review of the new WHILL Model Ci, featuring host, Rafael Siegel. WATCH: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RGtvBEOaW7w …
If you'd like to demo the WHILL Model Ci or any other products from Power On, visit http://thecil.org/ATConsult to schedule your one-on-one consultation in Berkeley or Alameda, CA.
WHILL Model Ci // Power On - Coming next Friday
Next Friday, we're taking the WHILL US Model Ci out for a test drive around the City of Berkeley and Ed Roberts Campus on The CIL's assistive technology review show, POWER ON. Catch all of our new videos by subscribing at http://youtube.com/TheCIL .
Margie & Luis | The CIL Residential Access Program
In 2016, Luis, a young teenager from Oakland was shot in the back and paralyzed. A little over a year later, his situation came to the attention of The CIL - specifially, our Residential Access Coordinator, Margie Cochran.
In our video, "Margie & Luis", Margie explains the process behind designing a new ramp at Luis's home. Then, we sit down with Luis as he shares how The CIL's ramp has changed his life for the better.
Watch "Margie & Luis" below.
To support and empower people with disabilities like Luis, visit www.thecil.org/donate.
The CIL honored staff who have worked for us 10+ years on Thursday. Thank you for your dedication and support in our mission to empower people who aspire to achieve beyond the boundaries. Learn how to get involved at thecil.org/getinvolved.
Support The CIL When You Shop on Amazon
Support The CIL when you shop on Amazon! For every purchase you make, the Amazon Smile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the cost to The CIL. There’s no catch - just visit smile.amazon.com to get started. Watch the new video from our Information and Referral Specialist, Alexander Sing, to learn more (Closed Captioning Available).
Happy Father's Day from The CIL
HELP US HELP DADS: The CIL Executive Director, Stuart S. James, is back with a special Father’s Day video honoring his late father, Carl. Support us in our mission to help dads understand quality of life issues for their children with disabilities. www.thecil.org/donate. #OI
Lars Eric Holm from Eden I&R on Power On: LIVE!
At April's Momentum Expo, Lars Eric Holm from Eden I&R /211 Alameda County joined us on Power On: LIVE! to talk about the Alameda County 2-1-1 program, his job as Disaster Preparedness Coordinator, and how to "MacGyver" your own disaster preparedness kit. Check it out:
The CIL Summer Rugby Announcement
The CIL's Wheelchair Rugby summer schedule is out now! Come and learn how to play wheelchair rugby in Alameda, CA. Practices start this Sunday, Jun 10. Everyone is welcome, no experience necessary. See the full schedule now: www.thecil.org/sports.
Accessible Voting in Alameda County - The CIL Information Desk
Tomorrow is Election Day in California! Learn from our Information and Referral Specialist, Alexander Sing, about what to expect at your Alameda County Registrar of Voters polling place tomorrow, if you’re a voter with a disability.
4 Wheel Bob on Power On: LIVE!
At last month’s Momentum Expo, we sat down with Livermore City Council Member Bob Coomber to talk about hiking in a wheelchair, adjusting to life with a disability, and starring in the new documentary, 4 Wheel Bob. Check out highlights (now with subtitles) from the interview below.
To check your local PBS listings for ‘4 Wheel Bob’ showtimes, visit 4wheelbobfilm.com and click 'Watch'.
For more clips from Power On and Power On: LIVE!, visit www.thecil.org/poweron.
Help Us Help Moms - A Mother's Day Message from TheCIL
Our Mother's Day video "Help Us Help Moms," features TheCIL staff saying what their moms mean to them.
Support us in our mission to help mothers understand quality of life issues for their children with disabilities. thecil.org/donate.
For more information about TheCIL services, call us at (510) 841-4776.
Support The CIL in Supporting Moms
Check out this preview of our Mother's Day video, "Help Us Help Moms," featuring TheCIL's Executive Director, Stuart James. Support us in our mission to help moms understand quality of life issues for their children with disabilities. www.thecil.org/donate.
Freedom Scientific OpenBook vs. Prizmo App - POWER ON
In our sixth episode of Power On, we compare a $1600 scanning software package to a $10 iPhone app and try to determine if it's worth it or not for users with low vision.
Products: OpenBook Software from Freedom Scientific, Inc., Prizmo App by Creaceed.