Mega Star Usher's Son Brain Dead After Jet Ski Accident!

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Every year hundreds of people suffer serious injuries or drowned as the result of negligence on the part of other boaters. Recently, there have been too many sad reports of boating accidents on LI. 

The latest (not on LI) happened to mega star Usher's 11 year old son. Usher’s son has been classified as brain dead by doctors after a horrific Jet Ski accident this past weekend.

Follow this link for all of the details on this story:  http://goo.gl/nYpfus 

Despite Delays, Chair Lifts Coming To Public Pools!

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Everyone could use a helping hand once in a while, or in this case, a helping chair. Chair lifts were supposed to be installed, by May, in public pools to help aid people with disabilities. 

 

Due to the expense of the chair lift and lack of lifeguards on duty at certain public pool facilities, the U.S. Justice department has extended the installation deadline. 

While debates over the necessity of the chair lift, and whom the chair lift will accommodate continues, Eve Hill, a disability rights attorney, believes this deadline extension will be the last one. 

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Marlon Shirley's World Record Was Broken!

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Marlon Shirley was the world’s fastest Track and Field amputee until his record was broken this past weekend. Shirley’s record was broken at the U.S. Paralympic Track and Field Trials at IUPUI in Indianapolis.

The record was broken by Jonathan Peacock of Great Britian who crossed the line with a time of 10.85 seconds, breaking Shirley’s world record. Shirley finished seventh in the 100 meter coming in at 11.45 seconds.


Shirley commented shortly after the race saying that he hasn’t quite grasped the concept that the title he previously held is now gone. Shirley is also reconsidering not returning to Track & Field, he is going to reevaluate whether is heart is still in it or not!

What do you think about Shirley's record being broken? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE! 

AMERICAS BIGGEST FIREWORK DISPLAY!

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What better way to celebrate the 4^th of July than by attending a firework spectacular? If you have yet to make plans for the rapidly approaching Independence Day, consider taking your family to the 36^th annual MACY’S FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS!

This year, Macys will be igniting the night live from the Hudson River in New York City on July 4^th starting at 9 p.m. The Macy’s fireworks show is America’s BIGGEST fireworks display! If you’re looking to build family tradition, this is a great way to start!

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What Does Aging In Place Mean For You?

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Have you ever heard of the term aging in place? Do you know what it means? Aging in place is when a senior citizen wants to live in the residence of their choice as they age, while having the services and support they may need over time as their needs change. As well as choosing to age in the place that the individual feels most comfortable, it should maintain or improve quality of life as well. Quality of life should cover yourself, your home, finances, care and other items.

As you age, there are many changes that come along with it. Some of these changes include reduced vision, decreased muscle strength or endurance, reduced mental processing capabilities, increased risk of falls due to balance, increased risk of illness, reduced hearing and decreased mobility.  These changes can impact and effect daily life in the ways of getting around the home easily, driving safely, transportation, socializing, home upkeep, health maintenance and various other ways.

If you are having trouble deciding if you should age in place ask yourself these questions. How would you like to spend your retirement years? How do you want your home to be setup? What are your healthcare options currently and what will they be? What type of assistance is right for you? And what are your wishes for major life events including sickness, housing transitions and financial decisions.

Have you thought about aging in place? Do you know anyone who’s made this decision? Let us know on our Facebook page linked HERE! 

Beautiful "Accessible" Home For Sale In Chappequa!

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This beautiful brick exterior home sits on 3.2 acres of land located in Northern Westchester County’s Chappaqua, NY offers full handicap accessibility features.

The exterior is brick with cedar shingle along with an unilock driveway and walk. The heated garage includes a  Vertical Lift (Porch) from garage to main living level.

The first floor has a two story entry with Aladdin Chandelier lift, living room with oak floors covered with wall to wall carpeting, formal dining room, family room with gas fireplace and cathedral ceiling, oak floor with a fireplace, powder room and study den. 

The kitchen has separate heating zone equipped with thermador convection oven, KitchenAid dishwasher, warming drawer, GE Monogram gas 6 Burner cook top, granite counters, built in desk and CD/Radio intercom system.

The first floor suite Includes bedroom with attached accessible bathroom including a barrier free shower, Therapy room, Aide/Nurse bedroom, indoor heated pool with radiant heat in floors , pool lift “ready” , Desert Air System and Flat Screen TV.

he first floor also is equipped with Barrier Free Living Spaces, wide open hallways, wide doorways and smooth room to room floor transitions (no saddles).
 

The second level has Master Bedroom suite with Master Bathroom  which includes Sitting room door to balcony, Cedar walk in closet, Second walk in closet, High ceiling, Oak floors.Master Bathroom has two sinks, Separate shower, Whirlpool tub. The second floor has an additional two bedrooms and a hall bathroom.The lower level is finished along with storage room and exit door to the outside.

A natural Bluestone ramp leads to expansive bluestone entertaining patio on the 3 ½ acre flat lawn surrounded with private trees. This beautiful home also includes Light Fixtures,all appliances, wall to wall carpeting, blinds and a natural gas barbeque.

For more information about this home please contact Kerry Fedigan of Prudential Douglas Elliman Real Estate at 917-327-8766. This Chappaqua home lends itself to easy installation of an interior elevator rendering in the 100% accessible home.  

ADA Lifestyles can customize this home to be comfortable for any living situation. For more information about how ADA can help create a better environment contact Daniel Szalai or Martin Watters  at (914) 231-6107.

New Bill To Protect People with Special Needs!

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This past weekend, state leaders announced a deal to create a new agency designed to crack down on the abuse of the developmentally disabled.  Governor Cuomo is calling this his top remaining priority of the legislative session.  The new bill creates the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs that will have a special prosecutor and inspector general with the same authority of district attorneys to investigate reports of abuse at state-run or contracted facilities.

The bill is also going to create a new registry of workers who committed serious acts of abuse and neglect and prohibit them from working with those individuals with special needs.

Governor Cuomo also commented on the bill saying that it will help protect the civil rights of more than 1 million New Yorkers with disabilities and special needs who haven’t had the protection and justice they deserve.

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