Audio Stories

Occupational therapist Judi Rogers helps parents with disabilities navigate the world of baby care, by offering her unique expertise on commercially-available baby care equipment.

In the early 1970s, Anthony Tusler was one of the leaders who brought advocacy for Disability Rights to Sonoma County, California. Like many leaders, he did so in the spirit of earlier civil rights movements.

Tom Molina loves a good adventure.
Fortunately, he gets to spend time on the ranch of his good friend Angel, where there is livestock to care for, boccé ball to play… and most importantly, an opportunity to practice archery with his friend Leyland.
Tom travels the country, always taking his manual or power wheelchair “where a wheelchair [...]

Power Soccer is a sport created by and for power wheelchair users. Compared to quad rugby (popularized by the 2005 documentary “Murderball“) and wheelchair basketball, this sport is perfect for people with disabilities who use a power wheelchair.
Power soccer is an incredibly skillful sport, requiring grace, strategy, and control. Fundamentals like court position, blocking, [...]

The AXIS Dance Company, a pioneering Oakland-based professional dance group, began in 1987.
Today, founding dancer Judith Smith is the artistic director of a creative, groundbreaking group of dancers– some with disabilities, and others without. Along with Alice Sheppard, Rodney Bell, Bonnie Lewkowicz, and many other dancers, the AXIS Dance Company performs throughout the country [...]