A Night of Bowling with ACI!

On the evening of February 24th, friends of ACI went to Stelton Lanes in Piscataway for a night of bowling! Both experienced bowlers and novices had a ball doing their best to knock down their pins. ACI regulars welcomed newcomers to the event and the ACI family. It was a great night were sportsmanship and friendship went hand in hand!

Posted on February 27, 2017 and filed under Social Rec.

Winter Series of Coloring for Adults Classes

On February 22nd, ACI wrapped up the winter session of the Coloring for Adults series of workshops. Participants selected their own coloring pages and turned their artistic abilities into an array of colors! The class challenged their skill of concentration, increased their contact with other people with disabilities and improved their awareness of participating more comfortably in social situations.

Posted on February 23, 2017 and filed under Health.

Local Disability Community Commemorates Lives of Disabled Filicide Victims

For Immediate Release
Local Contact: Luke Koppisch
Phone: 732.738.4388
Email: lkoppisch@adacil.org

EDISON - As part of a nation-wide Day of Mourning, disability rights advocates in the Edison area will be holding a vigil on Wednesday, March 1st to honor the lives of disabled people murdered by their families and caretakers.

“As part of a nationwide Day of Mourning,” Over 50 such murders have been reported in the United States in the last five years, over 20 in the last year alone. The total number of killings is likely higher than the amount which are reported in news media. We must address violence against people with disabilities and speak out against the dangerous cultural prejudice that says a disabled life is not worth living said Carole Tonks, Executive Director of the Alliance Center for Independence.

Posted on February 22, 2017 and filed under Press Release.

Win New Jersey Devils Tickets from ACI!

Win 6 lower level tickets to an upcoming NJ Devils home game at the Prudential Center (valued at 200)! Raffle tickets are $25 each by Paypal, cash or check (Send all checks to ACI, 629 Amboy Ave, Edison, NJ 08837. MEMO: NJ Devils Raffle). Proceeds will benefit ACI.

The winner will be able to choose any NJ Devils home game during the remainder of the 2016-17 season! (Subject to availability. NY Rangers games excluded.) Drawing will be held on March 10th.

UPDATE: Congrats to Emily Wagner for winning our NJ Devils raffle!!! Thank you to everyone who played!

Posted on February 17, 2017 and filed under Donate.

A Romantic Movie Night at ACI

On the evening of February 10th, ACI gathered to celebrate Valentine’s Day by watching the Rob Reiner cult classic The Princess Bride. Attendees went along on the journey as Westley saves Princess Buttercup from the Evil Price Humperdinck. The film has something for everyone; sword fighting action, hilarious one liners, and yes a bit of romance. It was a fun night together!

Posted on February 14, 2017 and filed under Social Rec.

ACI and St. Peter's University Hospital Provide Free Blood Screenings

Thank you to Stephanie and Kathleen, from St. Peter's University Hospital Community Mobile Health Services, who recently conducted blood pressure and blood sugar level screenings at ACI. 14 people participated in the event, which took place on January 27th. The screenings are provided as part of ACI's Health and Wellness program. We appreciate continually working with St. Peter's in providing these valuable services to the disability community.

ACI and St. Peter's University Hospital will be conducting auditory screenings over the spring. Stay tuned to our Upcoming Events page for more details.

Posted on February 10, 2017 and filed under Health.