I’ve noticed one thing everyone is talking about nowadays is the brain. Sometimes the discussion centers on frontal lobes, brain stems, neurological pathways and wiring and firing. Other times we are in search of finding out if we are right-brained or left-brained. Psychology.about.com states: According to the theory of left-brain or right-brain dominance, each side […]
Sherri Connell is the wife of Wayne Connell, Invisible Disabilities Association Founder and President and the inspiration for the organization. Sherri led a very active life of singing and dancing in musicals, acting in commercials, modeling in fashion shows, working to put herself through college and riding her horse. Sherri obtained two Bachelor Degrees and […]
Join Antarctic Mike and Angela Pierce as they take you on their amazing and inspirational journey of hurdles, sprints and counting of every little success on the way. You will not want to miss this opportunity to watch this presentation from the 2012 Invisible Disabilities Association Honor Awards Banquet from the comfort of your home. […]
Join the Invisible Disabilities Association for our 2014 Invisible Disabilities Week Online! Together, we can bring awareness, education and support to your neighborhood and around the world! Invisible Disabilities Week on Facebook – Invisible Disabilities Week on Google+ – Invisible Disabilities Week Website 10 Ways to Participate Now and Through October 25th:
IDA blog makes top 10 thanks to the compassion and insight of Invisible Disabilities Association blogger Wayne Connell, founder of IDA, who is a regular contributor on Disability.blog by Disability.gov. The announcement that IDA made the “Top 10 Guest Blogs of 2013” on Disability.Blog by Disability.Gov brings joy to the entire team. We are thrilled to receive this recognition for building awareness […]
Since the establishment of the Invisible Disabilities Association’s Annual Award Banquets in 2008, we have asked our attendees not to wear perfume, cologne or fragranced lotions. We have done this, because millions of people have reported adverse health affects with exposure to the chemicals in synthetically fragrance products. We would like to share these quite […]
Press Release IDA on Comcast News with Beverly Weaver Parker, CO – September 30, 2013. Comcast Newsmakers reporter, Beverly Weaver, interviews Invisible Disabilities Association Founder and President, Wayne Connell about invisible disabilities. This interview aired several times in September 2013. ABOUT THE INVISIBLE DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) is a non-profit organization that […]
The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) is absolutely thrilled that The Denver Post took notice of the amazing work the IDA is doing to bring about awareness, education and support to millions of people living with debilitating illness and pain. IDA’s passion is to bring about a better understanding of medical disabilities that are not always obvious […]
Annually, since 2008, the Invisible Disabilities Association has highlighted individuals and organizations making a difference in the lives of those living with debilitating conditions. We have done so by giving awards to incredible people across the nation. Some have faced challenges themselves, others simply have a heart for those who are hurting. We are honored […]
Denver, CO – October 14, 2013. We are elated to announce the proclamation of Invisible Disabilities Day on October 24, 2013. This day was brought into effect by Colorado Governor, John W. Hickenlooper. It was requested by the Invisible Disabilities Association in light of millions living with illness, pain and disability. The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) is a […]
Press Release Ed Greene, CBS4 Weather and News Anchor to Emcee Local Awards Night Lone Tree, CO – October 10, 2013. Will are thrilled to announce that Ed Greene, CBS4 Weather and News Anchor, will be the Master of Ceremonies for the 2013 Invisible Disabilities Association Honor Awards Banquet on October 24, 2013 at the Denver […]
Press Release Colorado Illusionists Illuminate the Lives of People Living with Illness and Pain Denver, CO – October 10, 2013. It’s Not An Illusion! Debilitating illness and pain is real, even though we can’t always “see” it. Illusionists, David and Teesha Laflin will be making things “appear” in honor of millions of people living with […]
Press Release Worldwide Outreach Awards Individuals and Organizations Making a Difference Denver, CO – October 10, 2013. The Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) has been recognizing individuals and organizations making a difference in the lives of those living with illness, pain and disability since 2008. Join IDA on October 24th at the Denver Marriott South to […]
Press Release IDA Founder and President, Wayne Connell, was Special Guest on Kidney Talk! Parker, CO – September 12, 2013. The Invisible Disabilities Association Founder and President, Wayne Connell was a Special Guest on Kidney Talk! on August 20, 2013. He discussed living with invisible disabilities with Lori Hartwell of the Renal Support Network. He […]
Press Release IDA President Speaking at The 12th Annual Twin Cities DI Day Parker, CO – September 10, 2013. The Invisible Disabilities Association is thrilled to announce that our Founder and President, Wayne Connell will be a Special Guest Speaker for The 12th Annual Twin Cities DI Day on September 13, 2013. The Twin Cities […]
Press Release IDA Receives the “Best Booth Award” for Allsup’s Disability Expo Parker, CO – January 23, 2013. The Invisible Disabilities Association is thrilled to receive the “Best Booth Award” for Allsup’s True Help® Disability Web Expo. The free, online expo was held on September 27, 2012 and available on-demand through December 26th. 15 non-profit […]
Press Release IDA Makes the “Top 10 Guest Blogs of 2012” on Disability.gov Parker, CO – January 03, 2013. IDA Founder, Wayne Connell is a regular Guest Blogger on Disability.blog by Disability.gov. We are elated to announce that IDA Made the “Top 10 Guest Blogs of 2012” on Disability.Blog by Disability.Gov. We are thrilled to […]
Press Release IDA Invited to be a Special Guest on HUFFPOST LIVE News Parker, CO – December 12, 2012. Wayne Connell, Founder and President of the Invisible Disabilities Association was honored to be a Special Guest on HUFFPOST LIVE produced by THE HUFFINGTON POST. Nancy Redd hosted this informative broadcast entitled, “Not Handicapped Enough.“ Joining […]
IDA Founder, Wayne Connell is a regular Guest Blogger on Disability.blog by Disability.gov. Article Excerpt: Have you ever seen someone get out of a car parked in a space reserved for people with disabilities, who did not LOOK disabled? Did it make you feel very uncomfortable or even upset? Did you let them know of your […]
IDA Founder, Wayne Connell is a regular Guest Blogger on Disability.blog by Disability.gov. Article Excerpt: In recognition of National Disabilities Month, every October for the past five years, the Invisible Disabilities Association (IDA) has hosted an awards banquet in Lone Tree, Colorado. On October 14th we will, “Join the Expedition” of caregiving and loving those living with illness, […]