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Educator Feature: Kayla Baker
When one of her student’s approached her with a bright look in his eyes, Middle School Inclusion Teacher, Kayla Baker, knew a special connection had been made. “He’s just like me!” Kayla’s student told her. Kayla’s class had just finished listening to Joseph Maley...
Volunteer Feature: Sara Golidy
Like all nonprofits, Joseph Maley Foundation relies on the dedication and time of volunteers to help execute events and programming, as well as meet the goals of our mission. In 2023 alone, our volunteers donated over 3,500 hours of work. According to the latest...
Meet Your Sibs Support Workshop Leader: Mary Emily Wang
Sibs Support Workshops are BACK! Starting in December 2023, this multi-workshop series spanning four months is designed specifically for siblings of individuals with disabilities, and is open to youth in grades K-8. With our first meeting date just a few months away...
2023 Run, Walk, Roll Results
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 Run, Walk, Roll on Sunday, October 1! The work we do to educate and serve Greater Indianapolis youth could not be achieved without the support of people like YOU. Find 5k RESULTS HERE and PHOTOS HERE.
2023 Road Mile – Results & Photos
Thank you to everyone who attended our 2023 Road Mile on Friday, June 9! The work we do to educate and serve Greater Indianapolis youth could not be achieved without the support of people like YOU. Find Road Mile RESULTS HERE and PHOTOS HERE. We hope you'll join us at...
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A Lot More Capacity to Love: Disability Awareness Month Blog
On a rainy Monday morning in February, Claire Shonkwiler stood on a stage at Eastwood Middle School, in front of more than 270 eighth grade students, and spoke about her experiences living with autism. The crowd of eighth graders, spread out amongst the lunch tables,...
Ableism: What It Is, and How You Can Avoid It
This blog was written and researched by Joseph Maley Foundation Communications Associate, Lauren Maley What is ableism? What does it look like? How can we make sure we’re not using ableist language and actions? With the beginning of April comes the end of...
Sensory-Friendly Activities in Indianapolis
For families that include children that live with sensory-processing issues, it can be difficult to find entertainment for the whole family to enjoy. Certain sounds, smells, textures, or lighting can cause sensory overload, which makes many activities difficult to...
The Winter Blues and You: Seasonal Affective Disorder and Seasonal Sadness
The days are shorter, the cold is biting, and all the days seem to blend together. It’s winter. It seems impossible not to get down during these bleaker months when we crave the sunshine on our backs, days off, and family time with daylight that lasts past 5:00 PM. If...