Information of Interest

Check out John Dickerson from The Arc of Indiana and Melody Cooper of Self-Advocates of Indiana as they discuss issues facing Indiana's disability community on One Indiana. Developed by the Indiana Civil Rights Commission (ICRC), the One Indiana show features programming about equal access and highlights individuals and organizations actively promoting diversity. Click here to view One Indiana on YouTube.

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The INDATA Project at Easter Seals Crossroads is providing low-interest loans for Hoosiers with disabilities who wish to purchase assistive technology devices, including wheelchairs, hearing aids, computers, and more. All Hoosiers with documented disabilities may apply. For more information contact INDATA at 1-888-466-1314.

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180 Medical is offering college scholarships for individuals with spinal cord injuries, spina bifida, transverse myelitis, and/or neurogenic bladder. Five $1000 scholarships are available; applications will be accepted from January 1-June 1, 2014. 180 Medical specializes in providing intermittent catheter products to people across the United States. To learn more visit www.180medical.com/scholarships.

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Musicians with disabilities are encouraged to apply for the VSA International Young Soloists Award, open to all genres of music. Young people aged 14-25 may apply to win $2500 and perform in Washington, D.C. The VSA International Young Soloists Competition annually recognizes outstanding young musicians with disabilities and supports and encourages them in their pursuit of a career. For additional information, click here.