News What's Happening in the Disability World by The 360 Team   Special Event in New Jersey Life Rolls On announces its first ever They Will Surf Again Northeast to be held in Long Branch, New Jersey on Sunday, June 22, 2008.  Experimental Treatment for Spinal Sufferers Shows Promise Scientists are developing a bacterial enzyme that encourages nerve regeneration. House Passes Mental Health Bill New law would extend insurance coverage to psychiatric disorders as well as physical. Wheel Futures Study projects growth of wheelchair industry and looks at the increase of hi-tech models and powered scooters. Hines’ Star Ascending Singer Justin Hines is finding success and recognition with new album New Accessible Apartments Available in Philadelphia Affordable housing group opens a 40-unit complex in the Elmwood neighborhood. Posing Views BBC3 launches a search for the top disabled model.

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Exceptional Artists Studio
June 23-27 2008
Experience the creativity and joy of hand-crafted art and the outdoor thrills of the afternoon in the Rocky Mountains.
Contact: Sarah Williams at 970.923.0578 ext 205 or sarah@challengeaspen.com

 
28th National Veterans Wheelchair Games
July 25-29 2008
Contact: Doug Beckley, 800-424-8200 x747
Email: douglasb@pva.org 

Abilities Expo/Minneapolis, Minnesota
September 9-14 2008
Minneapolis Convention Center
www.abilitiesexpo.com

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