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August 14, 2007
Initiative For Women With Disabilities Launches New Program: NYC
The Initiative for Women with Disabilities Elly & Steve Hammerman Health & Wellness Center at NYU Hospital for Joint Diseases is adding a new program to its roster:The Empowerment Program for Women with Physical Disabilities, ages 21-32.
Classes and discussion groups specifically geared for the young women with physical disabilities ages 21-32, such as: Yoga, Cardio Blast, Dance & Movement Classes; Discussion Group topics to include: Setting Goals and Planning for the Future: Sexuality, relationships and dating; Developing a positive attitude; How to be successful in the "real" world.
This program will offer programming and activities specifically designed for young women with physical disabilities between the ages of 21-32. Along with the mission of the IWD, the goals of the Empowerment Program are to strengthen daily living skills through participation in discussion groups and wellness activities, to provide guidelines and enrichment activities, and to provide a relaxed atmosphere that emphasizes respect and trust.
All program participants will take part in the many programs and services offered my the IWD inclduing, Acupuncture, Nutrtiion Consultations, Reflexology, Massage Therapy, HairStyling, Gynecology and more.
The classes are 6 weeks long, and you have to register and pay for all 6 classes - $60 for the series.
You can register in person on the day of the first class and pay cash, or over the phone and mail in a check with time for it to clear.
For further information and to register call 212-598-6429
or e-mail iwd@nyumc.org .
Posted by Nancy at August 14, 2007 04:29 PM