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Learn how inclusion is successful at Electronic Arts. To hear Sean's full story visit https://bit.ly/39KiZbT #inspiringinclusion #acceptrespectinclude #ElectronicArts #EA

Meet Sean, who works for Electronic Arts. Everyone wins when his employer teams up with AbilityPath to include individuals with developmental disabilities. " I feel very fortunate and very blessed to be working at Electronic Arts," says Sean. Watch the video below to learn how inclusion is successful at Electronic Arts. To hear Sean's full story visit https://bit.ly/39KiZbT... #inspiringinclusion #acceptrespectinclude #ElectronicArts #EA See more

San Mateo County has expanded public WiFi. You can find specific locations in the link.

"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter." Martin Luther King, Jr. AbilityPath would like to wish you a healthy and peaceful Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. All of our programs will be closed today. Please enjoy this amazing painting by Michael Broadhurst. Michael is an artist enrolled in our Phil Egan Program for the arts. The piece is called, "Make it a Day On, Not a Day Off."... #inspiringinclusion #MartinLutherKingJr

AbilityPath would like to wish you a healthy, safe, and inclusive Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday weekend. Dr. King is an inspiration to our organization as we work towards a world where individuals of all abilities are fully accepted, respected, and included. Although due to COVID many in-person celebrations of his life will not be held this year, the New York Times had a listing of nine ways to honor his legacy. https://nyti.ms/3nOxrEs. #acceptrespectinclude #MartinLutherKing #inspiringinclusion

Here is some good news regarding housing in Redwood City. A large 8.3-acre development has cleared a hurdle with the planning commission and will move on to the Redwood City Council. If the development passes, it would provide 10 of the studio apartments to be reserved for adults with developmental disabilities. They would be operated by the nonprofit HIP housing. Read the story below for more information.

The California Department of Developmental Services Early Start Program provides early intervention in a coordinated, family-centered system. All 21 regional centers across California remain open and are accepting referrals to the Early Start program. Please see the Early Start Healthcare Provider Brochure below that outlines the screening, referral and intake process. For more information, visit https://www.dds.ca.gov/services/early-start/

How do you plan on wrapping up National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2020? We have an idea for you! We're proud to invite you to the community premiere... of Let’s Work! This is a documentary about 8 young people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their experiences and successes in competitive integrated employment. You can watch the trailer at https://youtu.be/y8k7_7ui7Jw. Friday, October 30 2:00-4:00 P.M. PDT This event will be held virtually on Zoom and will include a screening and panel discussion. We ask that you register so we can email you the link. To receive the Zoom link for the event, please register at https://forms.gle/DC8xASwTDbcZTs7D7. Inclusion Films Tari Hartman Squire California Department of Developmental Services California Department of Rehabilitation #NDEAM2020 #LetsWorkCA #WorkItCA

**DRIVE-THROUGH COVID TESTING available at San Mateo County Event Center** Starting Tuesday, October 20, COVID Drive-Through Testing is available for children a...ge 5 and older. Testing is open by appointment to all families that live in San Mateo County with children ages 5 and older. For more information, visit: https://www.smcgov.org//covid-19-testing-available-children To register for an appointment: https://curative.com/sites/8893 #PHCDcommunityHealth #MakingAdifference #COVID

The Art Auction for the 29th Annual Authors Luncheon "Virtual Evening Edition" will be closing today at 9 pm. There is still time to bid on your favorite painting. To bid, go to https://www.abilitypath.org/bid

Our online bookstore is open through Sunday, October 25. Use promo code ABILITYPATH 2020 at checkout and 20% of your purchase will benefit AbilityPath! To purchase, visit https://www.booksinc.net//abilitypath-authors-luncheon-2020

AbilityPath,(formerly Gatepath + Abilities United), has been a cornerstone of our community for 100 years, providing a lifespan of support services to individuals with special needs and developmental disabilities in the greater Bay Area. Our mission is to empower people with special needs to achieve their full potential through innovative, inclusive programs and community partnerships. To learn about AbilityPath.org, visit https://www.abilitypath.org.

Enjoy this story about a Maryland cafe providing opportunities for individuals with special needs. #FeelGoodFriday #inspiringinclusion

Thank you for joining us! Thank you to our wonderful host, Maureen Langan! Thank you to Daniel Mason, Deborah Madison, and Gene Luen Yang. If you haven't had a chance to bid on artwork or make a contribution, visit https://www.abilitypath.org/bid Good night and happy reading!

Don't miss Daniel Mason, award winning author, discuss his new book "A Registry of My Passage Upon the Earth!" He is coming up soon! Join us at https://www.abilitypath.org/authors

Up next, chef and cookbook author Deborah Madison will discuss her new memoir, "An Onion in My Pocket: My Life with Vegetables!" Hear what the former Greens Restaurant chef has to say about her extraordinary life! Join us at https://www.abilitypath.org/authors

Starting soon graphic novelist Gene Luen Yang talks about his latest work, "Dragon Hoops!" Join us at https://www.abilitypath.org/authors

Our 29th annual Authors Luncheon "Virtual Evening Edition" starts at 7:00 pm! It's almost time to meet our three amazing authors Deborah Madison, Daniel Mason, and Gene Luen Yang. We can't wait to hear what they have to say! Please get ready to join us: 1. Prepare a cocktail or pour a glass of wine 2. Go to Https://www.abilitypath.org/authors at 6:45 pm to join the pre-show 3. Get two devices ready or open two windows on your computer... 4. For any technical issue during the event, call (650) 800-6696 or email [email protected]. 5. Bid on artwork or donate to the Fund-a-Future https://www.abilitypath.org/bid 6. ENJOY! See more

Join us tonight at 7:00 pm for our 29th annual Authors Luncheon "Virtual Evening Edition!" We have an entertaining and sure to make you laugh host Maureen Langan and three great authors. Graphic Novelist, Gene Luen Yang, Chef and Cookbook Author, Deborah Madison, and Novelist and Stanford Psychiatrist, Daniel Mason will be discussing their latest works. Our Art Auction and Fund-a-Future have already started. To make bidding easier, we recommend having two devices ready or ope...ning two windows on your computer. If you would prefer to donate by check, donor-advised fund, or other method and be included in the live Fund-a-Future, please fill out a pledge form at https://www.abilitypath.org/pledge. For technical support during the event, please call (650) 800-6696. To join us, visit https.www.abilitypath.org/authors at 6:45 pm and you will be directed to the live event!