Living Well with a Disability

Resources for Facilitators

Funding sources
Kansas Association of Community Foundations
Kansas Health Foundation
Sunflower Foundation
United Methodist Health Ministry Fund

Kansas City Metro area:
Health Care Foundation of Greater Kansas City
Reach Healthcare Foundation

Nutrition
Indiana State Department of Health
"Why We Eat Too Much"
Sugar Stacks - See how much of the sweet stuff you're really eating!

Physical Activity
Who's Gaming Now? Seniors Turn To Wii Bowling. We've talked with many of you about the benefits of Wii sports and Wii Fit. Here's a story about seniors using this technology for exercise and interaction. Audio is at top of page, with print story below.

Depression
The Depression Cure - by Stephen S. Ilardi, Ph.D. This book was written by a clinical psychology professor at KU. We recommend using this book in conjunction with Chapter 4: Depression in the LWWD curriculum.

"How Bad Feelings Can Harm Your Health"
"If Mom or Dad Is Depressed, Kids Need Help Too"

Other Health Issues
Navigating the Health Care System: Keeping Track of Your Health Information
"Questionnaire May Help Spot Early Dementia"
"Studies Report More Harmful Effects From BPA"

Community
Has your local library improved its services for people with disabilities? You can recognize its efforts by nominating the library for this award: Association for Specialized and Cooperative Library Agencies Invites Nominations for Disability Services Award