IDA Founder and President, Wayne Connell has had many wonderful opportunities to share about IDA and living with invisible disabilities on the radio in Denver, CO and Nationally. Connell has educated and encouraged thousands of radio listeners on KRKS Radio AM 84.7, KOSI 101.1 FM, the Yvonne Pierre Show and KEZW Radio 1430 AM, BlogTalkRadio, National Invisible Chronic Illness […]
The Invisible Disabilities Association has enjoyed being a part of so many wonderful seminars, events and radio programs over the years – offering education, encouragement, awareness and a great time! We have reached out through many of our own seminars as well as spoken at seminars for such groups as the Lupus Foundation of Colorado, Arthritis Foundation, Sjogren’s […]
What is IDA. Founder and President, Wayne Connell, gives a brief overview of the Invisible Disabilities Association, IDA’s purpose and impact on the world at the 2008 Honors Awards Banquet.
To the Pain. Invisible Disabilities Association Executive Board Member, Rick Watson shares how most everyone knows someone with a chronic illness who is living amidst a battle against their condition. Invisible Disabilities Association Honor Awards Banquet, October 2009. Visit Rick’s Website at www.AWiserMind.com Order the DVD Set of the entire 2009 Banquet from IDA’s Store! […]
Behind Every Face, There is a Story. Invisible Disabilities Association Executive Board Member, Doug Herman shares his personal story and encourages others to share their life stories and get involved in the life stories of others. Invisible Disabilities Association Honor Awards Banquet 2009. Visit Doug’s Website at www.DougHerman.com Order the DVD Set of the entire […]
Trace Adkins began campaigning for awareness about food allergies when they discovered his daughter lives with them. His focus is to help people understand the seriousness of anaphylaxis reactions to foods. Visit Trace’s site at www.TraceAdkins.com “Country music star and spokesperson for the Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network, www.foodallergy.org, Trace Adkins and The Doctors spread […]
Enjoy Kathy Buckley, Comedienne, Actress and Motivational Speaker [who happens to be hearing impaired]. Incredible story of perseverance and triumph. She will make you laugh so hard, you will need a nurse to stitch you up! Visit Kathy’s website at www.KathyBuckley.com Video Found at: http://www.youtube.com/user/officialkathybuckley RELATED STORIES ON IDA Actor Gary Busey Wins 40K […]
Ed Hearn – Former Professional Baseball Player, Speaker and Author of Conquering Life’s Curves. Ed Hearn’s very promising baseball career came to a sudden halt with a shoulder injury. Less than 6 months later, he was diagnosed with three potentially life threatening health conditions, followed by three kidney transplants! Ed understands what it is like […]
The NEPHCURE Foundation raises money for reasearch and awareness for two potentially devastating kidney diseases, Nephrotic Syndrome and Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS). Ed Hearn is a former professional baseball player for the NY Mets who has had 3 kidney transplants. Ed Hearn’s Website: www.EdHearn.com NephCure’s Website: www.NephCure.org Video Found Here: http://www.youtube.com/user/DFTaudioVisual Video Found Here: http://www.youtube.com/user/TheBot9th
Finding health care when a person has an existing condition and other issues can be quite a challenge. Attorney, Jennifer C. Jaff is the founder of Advocacy for Patients with Chronic Illness, which focuses on topics that pertain to those living with chronic conditions. Patients can get free (depending on funding) information, advice and advocacy services for such topics […]
The Vital Work of IDA. Board Member of The Invisible Disabilities Associate (IDA), Rick Watson, gives a short introduction about the need for the vital work of IDA at the 2008 Honor Awards Banquet. Rick is also the President of A Wiser Mind, a business helping those with Alzheimers and cognitive dysfunctions.
The Plight of Invisible Disabilities. Board Member of The Invisible Disabilities Association, Ginger Goins, gives plea regarding invisible disabilities, loved ones and understanding at 2008 Honor Awards Banquet.
In 2005, Sherri Connell received the Inspiration Award from Hal O’Leary and the Colorado Rockies. Sherri used to sing and dance in musicals, act in commercials, model in fashion shows, cheerlead and more. However, in 1991, she lost her career, home and horse due to very serious illnesses that cause her to need daily care. Sherri was a […]
Kyli lives with Dysautonomia/POTS. She is a courageous, persevering young lady who reaches out to others living with this often disabling disorder. She enjoys making videos that have helpful tips as well as those that are simply creative and enjoyable. “.. one night I sat down with pen & paper, and realized I knew all […]
Amy lives with Lupus. She reaches out to others to help them better understand what she and many others feel and go through. The video creates a visual picture of her life. “I do not own this song or lyrics.. Its Imogen Heap’s “The Moment I said It” This video is about my experience with […]
AmazingGrace160 is an incredible young lady living with Dysautonomia/POTS. Here she shares what she has gone through in her recent hospital stay to fight for her life. “In 2008 I was diagnosed with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome/ Dysautonomia although I had symptoms since 2005 due to Guillain-Barre syndrome (paralysis). Recently my dysautonomia has turned into […]
Kyli is an amazing young lady who, like many with invisible disabilities, had a hard time getting people to take her symptoms seriously. Here is her story about getting a diagnosis. “Note: Please remember no 2 POTS patients are alike. Please do not let my story discourage you in any way. Some people find treatment […]
Although Kyli struggles to get through her days, she loves to reach out to others living with her debilitating condition, Dysautonomia/POTS. “Just something I put together on the spur of the moment yesterday after reading some messages from you guys. Please don’t forget how amazing you are! Hugs, Kyli” Video Found at: http://www.youtube.com/user/chronicallykyli
AmazingGrace160 is a courageous young lady living with Dysautonomia/POTS. Like many, to look at her on a normal day, you would never know she is extremely ill. Here she shares a bit from behind the scenes of what she is going through. Video Found at: http://www.youtube.com/user/AmazingGrace160
Sherri battles Multiple Sclerosis and Chronic Lyme Disease on a daily basis. She also lives with severe neurological reactions to chemicals that create synthetic fragrances. She is not alone, as the numbers of people reporting mild to severe reactions to these seems to be growing. “Exposure to perfumes, colognes and other chemical fragrances can cause people living […]
