Road To Independence: Comedy Night
When?: March 28th 2014 at 7:00pm
Where?: Elks club in Middleboro – 24 High Street Middleboro MA 02346
How Much?: $25.00
Why?: For a night of food, laughter and to help out a good cause!
Davis, Reginald L. 66, passed away at the Veterans Administration Hospital in West Roxbury on March 21. He will be missed by his wife, Dianna Delph-Davis of Plymouth and children, Allan G. Delph and his wife Debra of Groton, CT, Steven A Delph of Plymouth, Thomas E. Delph and his wife Patricia of Plymouth and Tonya M. Saylor and her husband Kevin of Plymouth. He also leaves 14 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren.
Reginald was born in Laona, WI. He joined the U.S. Army right out of High School and served during the Vietnam War, after his discharge from the Army he enlisted in the U.S. Marine Corps. Reginald worked for the last 11 years at Habilitation Assistance Corp. as a livery driver.
He was a member of the Plymouth VFW and he enjoyed being with his family, bowling, fishing, NASCAR, and cooking.
The VMi New England Team helped Reginald get his wheelchair van using his Veteran benefits. His newfound mobility allowed him access to travel and do the things he loved in and around the Plymouth, MA region. His great humor and comforting smile will be missed; please join us in extending prayers of comfort for his family.
A Gathering of Remembrance will be held at the Richard Davis Funeral Home 619 State Road (Rte 3A) Plymouth, (Manomet) on Friday March 28 form 7:00 to 9:00 PM. In lieu of flowers donations in Reginald’s memory may be made to the ALS Foundation for Life, PO Box 96, Natick, MA 01760.
On Tuesday, March 25th at 6:30pm The Mass Hospital School is having a special night of hoop for a great cause!
The New England Paralyzed Veterans of America NEPVA Celtics (ranked #1 in Division 3 of the National Wheelchair Basketball Association) will play an exhibition wheelchair game against the HealthBridge Management “Dribblers” and coaches from Canton Youth Basketball!
Tickets are $6 for adults and $3 for children, and all proceeds will benefit NEPVA’s trip to the Nationals in Louisville, KY! Refreshments and raffles will be available. Tickets can be purchased at the door.
Spina Bifida is a congenital defect in which part of one or more vertebrae (the bone structure that surrounds the spinal column), fail, to develop completely, leaving part of the spinal cord exposed. It can occur anywhere on the spine but is most common in the lower back. The severity of the condition depends on how much nerve tissue is exposed. Frequently special adaptations on a vehicle are necessary for independent driving. The person with Spina Bifida may also have impairments in the ~areas of vision, perception (how the brain interprets what the eyes see) or learning. Adaptive driving equipment is frequently used for physical problems. A spinner knob and hand controls can be used if a person is unable to use either foot for gas or brake. Specialized modifications can also allow a person to transfer to the driver’s seat or drive from the wheelchair in a van or minivan.
A driver rehabilitation evaluation will examine the strengths and weaknesses of each individual as related to the driving task. The goal is independent, safe driving. No modifications or vehicle selection should be made until the person has completed a driver evaluation.
If you or those that drive with you notice any of the above warning signs and need a driving evaluation, give us a call at 508-697-6006 and we can, help you with with knowledge about medical conditions, and help with a comprehensive evaluation and determine your ability to drive.
National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month is a chance to spread awareness, advocacy and inclusion throughout the community. All throughout March we celebrate individuals with Developmental Disabilities and make people aware of their abilities and accomplishments.
It’s not about celebrating disabilities; it’s about celebrating abilities.
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In 1987 President Ronald Reagan proclaimed March “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.” The movement of the seventies and early eighties had laid the foundation for significant social change, and the presidential proclamation called upon Americans to provide the “encouragement and opportunities” necessary for people with developmental disabilities to reach their potential.
