Spring has Sprung!

Garage Sale is On!

WE NEED YOUR STUFF!

It’s that time of year again! The 6th Annual HomeFreeHome.org Garage Sale is only a month away. Time to go thru your closets, dressers, toy chest, kitchen, basement, garage & attic. Donations can be dropped off starting Wednesday, May 1 thru Friday, May 10 at 11 & 13 Mill Pond Road, (cross street Shore Road) Port Washington, NY.

As in years prior, please leave your clothing donations in plastic bags (in case of rain) under the carport, on the lefthand side of the house. Extra large donations (furniture or heavy items) can also be left in the carport. All other items should be left on either side of the front porch. Please mark any fragile items, so we know to store safely. Park in driveway to drop off items.

Because HomeFreeHome.org is a 503c charitable organization, we provide a receipt for your tax records. If no one is home during the time your donation is dropped off, there will be donation slips taped to the inside of the front storm door. Please take one, and fill out with the list of the items that you have generously donated to our annual sale.

 Items that are always in demand are: blue jeans, men’s clothing, shoes, small furniture pieces, picture frames, bicycles, books, kitchen items, appliances, music CD’s, baby stuff and anything vintage. Please make sure items are new or gently used, clean and in working order. Toys should have all the piece and remotes or controls should be included and/or attached to the donation.

Items we do not need are: used undergarments, bedding, upholstered or fabric items that may be a breeding ground for bed bugs, stained plastic ware, broken toys, old TV’s, computers, house paint, small appliances that are not safe.

The 6th Annual HomeFreeHome.org Garage Sale is Saturday, May 11 & Sunday, May 12 (Mother’s Day), from 9am to 4pm. Thank you in advance for your generosity. We hope to see you at our annual Garage Sale. There are always treasures to be found and all monies raised helps an individual or family with their mobility needs.

 If you have any questions please contact me by phone at 516-417-1814 or email snyder@homefreehome.org. Keep your fingers crossed for a sunny Mother’s Day Weekend!

Mary

Independence and Mobility Fair – Sept 14 &15

September 15th 11:00 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. “Plan a Successful Home Renovation & Turn Your Dreams into Reality” Do you dream about making renovations, but don’t know how to make it accessible? Learn about Universal Design Home modifications ranging from simple to complex, including no-step entries, accessible kitchens and safe bathrooms. Receive a check list on finding the right contractor. Presenter: Laura Montllor, AIA, Director of HomeFreeHome.org at Independence and Mobility Fair At Bussani Mobility 500 Central Ave., Bethpage, NY 11714

Reeve Foundation – Daily Dose -

Designing barrier-free homes

Posted by Gerthro
Tuesday, June 19, 2012

http://www.spinalcordinjury-paralysis.org/dailydose/2012/06/19/designing-barrier-free-homes

Workshop at Town of Huntington

June 20th – 2pm

Town of Huntington
Office of Handicapped Services and Women’s Services

John J. Flanagan Activity Center at the Village Green 423 Park Ave.

Thank you for another Great Garage Sale!

Our  5th annual Mothers Garage Sale was a huge sucess and raised funds to help people living with disabilities gain independence.  Thanks to everyone who generously donated clothes, furniture and household items.  Thanks to everyone who bought and contributed. Special thanks to all our incredible volunteers and Mary Snyder.  It was a fun event and together we have made a difference.

New Universal Design Book from the IDEA Center

The new standard text on the topic, Universal Design introduces designers to the principles and practice of designing for all people. From the foundations of accessibility and aging to the practice of designing interiors, products, housing and transportation systems, all aspects of this growing field are explored. It covers best practice examples to demonstrate the value of universal design as both a survey of the field and reference for researchers.

You can purchase a copy at or Wiley, Amazon or Barnes and Noble.

Instructors interested in using this book for a course, please contact Sharon Kucyk atskucyk@wiley.com or 201-748-8796.

For more information, please contact Jordana Maisel.

Visit NYC Abilities Expo – May 4, 5 & 6

Edison, New Jersey May 4, 5 & 6  We will be at the NYC area Abilities Expo at the New Jersey Convention Center in Edison, NJ . The expo is FREE and it’s the leading event for people living with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, veterans and healthcare professionals. Friday, May 4, 2012 2:30pm – 3:30pm FREE Workshop “Universal Design for Your Home: Effective and Useful Solutions” Presented by Laura Montllor, AIA, Director, HomeFreeHome.org Get plan ideas for accessible home renovation projects. See how effective, useful solutions can be easily implemented and learn how they can add value to your home.

New Webinar Series – Success!

 Myth Busters: Excellence in Universal Design  -

June 13, 1:00p – 2:00p EST

Reggie Stump, RA,  Laura Montllor, AIA

Thank You Atlanta Abilities Expo!

Our booth at the Atlanta Abilities Expo on  February 17-19,  at the Georgia World Congress Center was a huge success, with more than 3000 people attending.  We met people from the local area, Florida, Tennessee, Indiana and as far away as Alabama.

Many thanks to David Korse and the whole Expo organization for generously donating our booth and a beautifully organized event.