This year marks the 40th year Granite State Independent Living has been assisting peoples with disabilities in New Hampshire. Coinciding with our 40th anniversary is the 30th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act. We hope to celebrate these two wonderful milestones with a Gala fundraising event in which we can raise awareness of the … Continue reading 40th Anniversary Gala (POSTPONED)
Community businesses work to connect the classroom to career paths for students with disabilities. Concord, NH – Businesses and organizations throughout New Hampshire are stepping up to provide structured work-based learning opportunities for local at-risk high school students with disabilities. These experiences are designed to facilitate career exploration, support skill development and align students with career … Continue reading IMPACCT Provides Work-Based Learning to Students
GSIL’s CEO, Deborah Ritcey applauds Governor Sununu for his advocacy on this topic. “GSIL has many consumers, that while able to bike, are not able to navigate some of the mountainous terrains, leaving them unable to enjoy all New Hampshire has to offer,” Ritcey said. “E-bikes are no different that SmartDrives for manual wheelchairs, a … Continue reading Using E-bikes in NH at National Parks
There is a largely silent, but very real crisis occurring in NH right now. Thousands of people with disabilities and seniors are unable to hire workers to provide them vital Medicaid funded personal care services that allow them to remain in their homes. I have Muscular Dystrophy, which severely limits my mobility, and use a … Continue reading Resolve New Hampshire’s Silent Crisis
Disability in the NH Workforce A career search may seem daunting. One way to ease your mind during the hiring process is to remember that you are interviewing perspective employers! When considering an employer, there are several variables to keep in mind. Do your Research! Get a feel for the organization, their mission and core … Continue reading Disability in the NH Workforce
Dear Friends, I hope you enjoy reading our Winter Spring 2019 Edition of Giving Matters. Help us spread the word about GSIL. Your help, supports people with disabilities live independently. Please forwarding to anyone you think might also be interested. If you would like to receive a paper copy of these newsletters, feel free to … Continue reading Our Winter Spring 2019 Edition of Giving Matters is Out!
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 26, 2019 For more information, contact The Development team at Development@gsil.org GSIL ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT OF CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER Granite State Independent Living’s Clyde Terry to step down as CEO. Concord, NH – Granite State Independent Living’s (GSIL) Board of Directors today announced that Clyde E. Terry, GSIL’s Chief Executive Officer, has decided … Continue reading GSIL’s CEO Announces Retirement
Community businesses work to connect the classroom to career paths for students with disabilities. Concord, NH – Businesses and organizations throughout New Hampshire are stepping up to provide structured work-based learning opportunities for local at-risk high school students with disabilities. These experiences are designed to facilitate career exploration, support skill development and align students with … Continue reading 50+ NH Businesses Host Local IMPACCT Students
With the 2018 midterm elections passed, the newly elected and returning officials are formulating ideas of their own or those of constituents they may have heard on the campaign trail. The actions of the New Hampshire legislature affect the lives of all state residents, making it critical for persons with disabilities to now advocate for more … Continue reading The NH Legislative Process
With only a few days before the midterm elections, it is time for persons with disabilities to be engaged and exercise their fundamental right to vote. Regardless of your affiliation, it is your active involvement in this process that is critical as a citizen. With the recent report released by the Center for Disease Control … Continue reading Why the Disability Vote Matters
