Mental Health Issues Affect 3 In 4 Kids With Autism
by Shaun Heasley | January 26, 2021 | Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email The vast majority of children with autism have at least one mental health condition too, new research suggests. Almost 78% of kids on the spectrum are diagnosed with some type of mental health...
COVID-19 Vaccine Information
Persons with disabilities are at higher risk of complications or even death due to COVID-19. As the vaccine becomes more readily available in our community, lots of people have questions. Check out these Myths vs. Facts and answers to FAQs from the Ohio Department of...
Vaccine rollout moving slowly for adults with disabilities at high risk for COVID-19
Story from WDTN by: Aliah Williamson Posted: Jan 6, 2021 / 07:02 PM EST / Updated: Jan 6, 2021 / 10:09 PM EST Adults with disabilities are at a higher risk for COVID complications and hospitalizations. DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – Despite having clients and staff that are...
World Braille Day
January 4th is recognized as World Braille Day. The date celebrates the importance braille has in the lives of people who are blind or visually impaired, and serves as a reminder about the importance of access and inclusion for individuals with vision loss. You may...
URS Facility Closure – Dec 24 through Jan 3
December 23, 2020As I have said so many times before, the safety and health of the individuals we serve is our highest priority. Since March 2020, United Rehabilitation Services (URS) has taken aggressive steps to prevent the spread of the COVID-19...
How the CARES Act Impacts Charitable Giving in 2020
When the pandemic began, the future was filled with uncertainty, but everyone at United Rehabilitation Services (URS) was determined to find a way to continue to provide crucial services that enhance the lives of children and adults with disabilities. On March 27,...
COVID-19 Vaccine Should Go To Those With Developmental Disabilities First, Advocates Say
Original story from Disability Scoop | by Michelle Diament | December 7, 2020 Jose Muniz prepares a COVID-19 vaccination at Research Centers of America in Hollywood, Fla. (Joe Raedle/Getty Images/TNS) Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email People with developmental...
URS Telethon
https://www.wdtn.com/news/local-news/urs-adult-ambassador-thriving/ by: John Seibel Posted: Dec 3, 2021 / 07:18 PM EST / Updated: Dec 3, 2021 / 07:18 PM EST DAYTON, Ohio (WDTN) – One of the many goals at United Rehabilitation Services is preparing adults to...
Pandemic Helpline Launches For People With IDD, Caregivers
by Shaun Heasley | December 3, 2020 An illustration of COVID-19. (CDC) As the COVID-19 pandemic wears on, a new 24-hour support line is working to help individuals with developmental disabilities and those who care for them cope during this tough time. Known as...
Virtual Holiday Ideas
Video conference with people in winter costumes, meeting online. Send Goodie Boxes Host a virtual party and send your co-workers, friends and family a goodie box the week before the virtual party. Some suggestions on what to include: Hot cocoa mixA mugCookies, candy,...
Thanksgiving Meal Resources
Miami Valley Meals From 9 a.m. to noon on Nov. 25 those in need of a meal or to see a friendly face can go to the University of Dayton Arena or to the Trotwood-Madison High School. Frozen meals will be served in single or family sizes in a drive-thru style. All are...
Help Us Support Kids and Adults with Disabilities for the Holidays!!
The pandemic has affected so much of what we do at United Rehabilitation Services (URS). We’ve reimagined our programs to include virtual classes, reduced group sizes for both our kids and adults, started providing telehealth therapy, and found ways to continue...
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