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Spirituality
Strand
Coordinator: Maureen Keyes
The Presentations in this strand are as varied and unique as the
definitions of spirituality. Hear several people describe how their
spirituality weaves through their lives to bring strength, meaning and
connection.
Thursday, November 10, 2005
9:45 am - 10:45 am
A Vision of Hope
As
family members of a person with a disability, we so often tend to view
life in light of the challenges presented to us. A Vision of Hope looks at
our lives in a whole new light, as Mary Anne Ehlert provides a passionate
glimpse of her life with her sister Marcia. She will share with us her
stories of not only the struggles but more importantly the wonders of life
that Marcia taught her and all those around her. Mary Anne believes that
her sister changed the world in a way many of us never will, and that many
of our family members may do the same for others. The presentation will be
uplifting and entertaining, as well as provide us with a vision of what
the future might hold.
Speakers: Mary Anne Ehlert
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Qigong & Tai Chi: Outcomes For People With Disabilities
Independence,
self-esteem, mobility, inclusion, balance, strength, range of motion,
relaxation, coping strategy, weight loss, & pain relief are just
a few of the outcomes achieved by consumers with varying disabilities in
the MCFI qigong program. Come experience it yourself.
Speakers: Kathleen A. Levac
Friday, November 11, 2005
9:45 am - 10:45 am
The Bricks of Life
This session will provide encouragement and inspiration to individuals
as they are faced with challenges in their lives.
The most important point I make is that in order to bring
happiness, love, and success into their lives, it must begin within.
Speakers: Kevin Meyers
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
Diverse Issues in Spirituality
Many
people may feel that spirituality is not a common issue for people with
disabilities or one reserve for strictly religious matters.
This presentation opens the door to discussing the wide range of
meanings of spirituality related to people with disabilities.
Speakers: Kathryn O'Connell
Saturday, November 12, 2005 – Poster Sessions
8:30 am - 10:30 am
What Did The Lubavitch Rebbe Say about Jewish Persons labeled with
Cognitive Disabilities
Poster Session
This session focuses on
The Lubavitch Rebbe, Rabbi Menachem M. Schneerson teachings and
views on Jewish persons with cognitive disabilities.
Speakers: Josh Schechter
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