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07/13/2020

We expect a high today in the low 90s, right at seasonal averages. But, mid to upper 90s are likely by Wednesday, and this should be the hottest week so far this summer.

I don't like the idiotic "heat tips" like "go into an air conditioned room" and "stay out of the sun to be cooler" (you will see this all over the TV news this week). Believe it or not, those that follow this page can actually can figure this out on their own.

But, for those that work outside, you do need to know the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. When this comes on, you do have to stop and get some relief immediately. Take it easy out there this week...

07/08/2020

The Birmingham Zoo reduced its operating hours and days because people aren't visiting as much as they used to before the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many businesses, the zoo closed to the public on March 19, under state quarantine orders. They reopened on June 8 with new social distancing and health pr...

07/07/2020

STAY SAFE: Jefferson County has entered the ‘Very High Risk’ phase of COVID-19 infection, according to the Alabama Dept. of Public Health.

Counties in the ‘High Risk’ phase include: Calhoun, Etowah, Pickens, Shelby, St. Clair, and Talladega.

Go here to check on risk-levels by county: https://www.alabamapublichealth.gov/covid19/guidance.html

07/04/2020

07/02/2020

RESOURCE SPOTLIGHT: Check out APC's resources for children birth to five years in Alabama ▶️ https://bit.ly/3eOWoMA

07/02/2020

Keep the kids busy with this fun 4th of July Scavenger Hunt!

07/01/2020

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/visual-supports-and-autism-increasing-daily-success-tickets-110828001536

06/30/2020

06/27/2020

Online learning in the fall could be the only option for parents across the state. It may be a challenge for students who don't have access to reliable computers or internet. “First, we extended our WIFI out in the Spring, it didn’t cover the entire city limits of Bessemer," said Besseme...

06/05/2020

Our deepest condolences for the loss of Dr. Edwards
Such a great man, and a great ambassador, he made the world a better place for more than 37 years at United Ability

It is with the heaviest of hearts that we write this message.

Our beloved CEO, Dr. Gary Edwards, passed away this morning after an extended illness.

For 37 years, “Dr. E” dedicated his life to our children and adults living with disabilities and special needs.

From his mantras “Babies cannot wait” and “Employing adults with disabilities should be on every board agenda” to every service in between, Dr. Edwards’ vision and passion were unsurpassed.

United Ability will not be the same without him; yet, his legacy will live on through the life-spectrum programs he built and through every life touched.

Please join the United Ability Staff and Boards of Directors as we pray for The Edwards Family during this difficult time.

Tributes in memory of Dr. Edwards can be made at www.unitedability.org/give or mailed to:

United Ability
100 Oslo Circle
Birmingham, AL 35211

With heartfelt gratitude for your support,
The United Ability Executive Team

Tina Shaddix, COO
Dr. Charlie Law, CMO
Alison Berman, CDO
Kristi Hart, CHRO
Brad Spencer, CFO

05/25/2020

05/22/2020

A new video that has Alabama fans talking this Friday. Nick Saban and the University of Alabama are out with a new PSA reminding all of us, yes, even Big AL, to wear a mask and remember to practice social distancing. RELATED >>> More coronavirus news from ABC 33/40The Alabama football twitter page p...

05/22/2020

All Jason Henderson has ever wanted to do is help people. RELATED: More COVID-19 (coronavirus) information. For the past seven years, he has been able to do that at his job as a paramedic with Blount EMS. "It is definitely a calling," Henderson said. "This pandemic just reinforces that, that we're h...

05/20/2020

05/19/2020

UPDATE: SESSIONS ARE NOW FULL

Thank you for the overwhelming response. The virtual learning sessions for ages 4-5 are now full. Please continue to check our social media channels. If sessions become available or other programs offer virtual learning opportunities, we will post that information here.

Are you interested in some exciting learning experiences for your child this summer?

We are looking for children ages 4-5 to participate in virtual learning sessions with our Early Childhood teacher education students.

Sign up at:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1yeOm-_hy1-V4i6BNngB4JxNmK_eqki95_43xgjL-Xz4/edit
or email Dr. Cora Causey, ccausey@uab.edu

05/10/2020

Happy Mother's Day!!