NCHPAD is pleased to announce that the National Institutes of Health (NIH) has appointed James H. Rimmer, NCHPAD Director, to its National Medical Rehabilitation Research Advisory Board that meets twice a year to discuss the portfolio and research directions for the National Center for Medical Rehabilitation Research (NCMRR at www.nichd.nih.gov/about/ncmrr/ncmrr.htm). We are excited to be able to provide this input toward bridging the gap between rehabilitation and community-based physical activity. For more NCHPAD resources regarding this crucial issue, access the following publications:
- Director's Column, March, 2006: "Do As I Say Not as I Do: Not the Right Attitude for a Rehab Conference"
- "A Physical Therapist's Perspective of Community Integration"
- "Health Promotion for People with Disabilities: The Need for a Transitional Model in Service Delivery"
- Managed Care and Rehabilitation
Monthly Observances:
Spinal Muscular Atrophy Awareness Month
Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Telephone: (800) 886-1762
Email: info@fsma.org
Website: www.fsma.org
NCHPAD Resources on SMA:
- Factsheet on Nutrition Suggestions for Spinal Muscular Atrophy:
National Bowling Week, August 23-30
United States Bowling Congress
Telephone: (800) 514-BOWL (2695)
Website: http://www.bowl.com
NCHPAD resources on Bowling for People with Disabilities:
- Factsheet on Bowling
- Search the NCHPAD Programs Database for bowling opportunities near you: