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Movie Night Gluten Free Organic Pizza by IDA Founder Wayne Connell
Wayne Connell, IDA Founder was given the special privilege to create his Movie Night, Gluten Free, Organic Pizza on the Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage cooking stage at the Evolve Expo on Sunday, February 23rd, 2014. Heather Isely of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is the recipient of the 2014 Corporate Honors Award. Wayne was introduced by New York Times Bestselling Author of Paleo Cooking from Elana’s Pantry, Elana Amsterdam. Elana is the also the founder of Elana’s Pantry, an amazing blog full of great Paleo and Gluten Free recipes.
Mrs. Washington Contestant Understands Invisible Disabilities
My name is Rosie Lohr. I am currently Mrs. Moses Lake and I am competing for Mrs. Washington, because it is my mission is to bring awareness to the public about invisible disabilities. I chose the Invisible Disabilities Association as my platform and my charity, because I want to give people with invisible disabilities a voice in Washington state and other parts of America. I desire to help people understand that just because a disability may not be readily visible, they should not be denied what they need and questioned at every corner they turn. It hurts. It is not their fault […]
Invisible Disabilities Association in The Denver Post
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 to the onlooker, in turn restoring relationships for those who live with debilitating conditions. IDA does so through their websites, booklets, pamphlets, articles, seminars, events, videos, radio interviews and resources as well as our online community and social networks. Annually, since 2008, IDA has given […]
The Villager Newspaper Shines a Light on IDA’s Awards Night
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 to have Scottie Taylor Iverson spot IDA out of a crowd and join us on our amazing quest.
Matt Barrett Gets His Wish to Attend 2013 IDA Awards Banquet
Meet Matt Barrett, a “Walking Miracle” in Denver on October 24th. Matt will be autographing his book, A View from the Street. Matt Barrett has lived a life most could never imagine. Matt has battled 11 forms of cancer and four brain tumors since he was just two years old. As if that were not enough, because his face and body are disfigured by over 1,700 major surgeries, strangers have called him a monster, children have hidden behind their mothers, and store managers have asked him to leave the premises. It is such a travesty when people are quick to judge […]
“Invisible Disabilities Day Oct 24, 2013” Proclaimed by Governor Hickenlooper
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 non-profit organization, based out of Colorado. IDA has been encouraging, educating and connecting people and organizations touched by illness, injury and disabilities around the world since 1996. IDA provides awareness, articles, pamphlets, booklets, radio interviews, videos, seminars, events, resources, an online social network and much […]