To be held Nov. 11-13 in Orlando, FL, this conference will feature the latest market research on the mature population, world-class speakers, and more than 100 educational workshops, new activity sessions, and special events. The conference will also offer an unique opportunity to learn from and network with other professionals from such diverse fields as fitness, recreation, retirement, assisted living, rehabilitation, medicine, and wellness - all under one roof.

To view a conference schedule, learn about speakers, and find information about hotels and conference fees, go to http://www.icaa.cc/convention/conventionmain.htm or call the ICAA toll-free at 866-335-9777. To obtain a downloadable application form, go to http://www.icaa.cc/convention/seminars.htm.

1. Georgia Tech provides product testing services to manufacturers who submit their products for consideration in the Arthritis Foundation's Ease of Use Commendation program. The program seeks participants with arthritis paid to share their experiences with common household products and try out new products that have been designed to improve the lives of people with arthritis.

   Access the Accessibility Evaluation Facility Web site at http://aef.gtri.gatech.edu, which contains a brief survey to indicate interest in participating in the evaluations and to describe the impact arthritis has on day-to-day activities. This data will be used to match participants to product evaluations. Call Tonya Whaley, Research Scientist, with questions at 404-894-1038.

2. Georgia Tech performs accessibility evaluations of electronic and information technologies such as multi-function copiers, postage machines, software, and Web sites. The program seeks participants with mobility impairments paid to help identify limitations in the design of these products that make the products difficult to use or prevent independent use. Participants with limited reach and strength in their arms, limited fine motor control, or who use a scooter or power or manual wheelchairs. Evaluations will be held at the facility on the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta, GA. Please call Tonya Whaley, Research Scientist, at 404-894-1038 if interested in participating.

In January of 2005, K.E.E.N. will launch a new program on Sunday afternoons for young people with disabilities in Chicago. Activities initially will take place at the New City YMCA at 1515 N. Halsted in Chicago.

If you are interested in learning more about K.E.E.N. and volunteer opportunities in Chicago, please send e-mail to KEEN@sonnenschein.com or go to http://www.keenusa.org.

For more information, go to http://www.wcdexpo.com/, call 201-226-1446, or e-mail wcdinfo@wcdexpo.com.

The last show in 2004 will be held in Northern California, November 12-14.

View additional information at http://www.abilitiesexpo.com/.

For more information, contact John Kramer at 312-996-7988, e-mail: jkrame3@uic.edu, or see the Web site at http://www.uic.edu/orgs/rrtcamr/Sibling_Conference/.

A special mini-theme will explore health-related aspects of disability, including promoting the health of people with disabilities, assessing the impact of disability on health, and evaluating health and disability.

Dr. James Rimmer, director of NCPAD, will be one of the keynote speakers.

For more information, see the conference Web site at http://cdd.unm.edu/swconf2004/.

Senior Health Economist, GS 14

The Disability and Health Team of the National Center on Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announces an opening for Ph.D.-level Senior Health Economist. This science position supports the team's intramural research activities regarding the health of people with disabilities and the prevention of secondary conditions among people with disabilities. The health economist will investigate the cost, cost-benefit, cost effectiveness, and cost utility of disability and health and the prevention of secondary conditions.

The candidate would be expected to be proficient in SAS, SUDAAN, and SPSS, and familiar with large population based data sets including the Health Interview Survey, NHANES, and/or SIPP.

Salary range for GS 14 in Atlanta: $83,709 to 108,823. The position will be posted in late summer and filled late summer-early fall 2004.

Epidemiologist & Health Scientist, GS 13

Epidemiologist: The Disability and Health Team will be seeking one epidemiologist with strong analytical skills in population-based data sets. The candidate would be expected to be proficient in SAS, SUDAAN, and SPSS, and familiar with large population-based data sets including the Health Interview Survey-Disability Supplement, 1994 Health Interview Survey Supplement on Aging, NHANES, and/or SIPP.

Health Scientist: The team is also seeking at least one Ph.D.-level scientist with a strong background in disability research. The candidate for this position would be expected to be well-versed and well-regarded as an investigator in disability science. Candidates would be expected to be knowledgeable in mobility impairment, sensory impairment, or intellectual disability. Interests in children, adults, or older people with disabilities are welcomed.

Health Scientist: The team is also seeking at least one Ph.D.-level scientist with a strong background in disability research. The candidate for this position would be expected to be well-versed and well-regarded as an investigator in disability science. Candidates would be expected to be knowledgeable in mobility impairment, sensory impairment, or intellectual disability. Interests in children, adults, or older people with disabilities are welcomed.

Salary range for GS 13 in Atlanta: $70,837 to 92,090. Positions will be posted in late summer and filled late summer early fall 2004.

For more information contact: John E. Crews, DPA, Lead Scientist, Disability and Health Team, Jcrews@cdc.gov; 404-498-3013

Resumes can be sent to Staffing at HCD via the Web at jobs@hcdimensions.com. For more information, please contact Michael Commito, HR Generalist, 480-783-9555, X1445.

Participate in the evaluation of the Healthy Hawaii Initiative (HHI), a statewide program using a social-ecological approach to increase physical activity, improve nutrition and reduce tobacco use among the people of Hawaii.

Minimum qualifications: Doctorate from a college or university of recognized standing with emphasis in Psychology, Epidemiology, Educational Psychology, Public Health or related field, with area of specialization in health behavior or evaluation. Evidence of strong teaching and evaluation or research ability/record in the following areas: community health, physical activity, tobacco use and/or nutrition. In addition, at the rank of Associate Professor, four years of experience at the rank of Assistant Professor or equivalent is required. Desirable qualifications: Experience with social-ecological approaches to health promotion. Experience working with Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Knowledge of health behavior change and experience evaluating or conducting research on health behaviors. Experience working in diverse communities.

Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, names, contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references, curriculum vitae Application address: University of Hawaii, John A. Burns School of Medicine, Department of Public Health Sciences and Epidemiology, 1960 East-West Road, Honolulu, HI 96822. Applications by e-mail are not acceptable. Inquiries: Dr. Jay Maddock 808-956-5779 jmaddock@hawaii.edu. Closing date: October 15, 2004.

This is an integrated multidisciplinary program with academic faculty and researchers in public health, gerontology, geriatrics, epidemiology, biostatistics, psychology, sociology, disability and human development, medicine, and occupational therapy. The goal of the program is to develop highly trained future faculty and researchers in health and aging. This program focuses on developing research skills through mentoring, a comprehensive curriculum, presentations and publications, and internal workshops and seminars. Fellows will be matched with a faculty mentor working in their area of interest for intensive training, collaboration, and scholarship.

Women and minority candidates are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent legal residents. For more information, go to www.uic.edu/depts/ovcr/hrpc/centers/rha.html or contact Thomas R. Prohaska, Ph.D., Gerontological Public Health Training Program Director, Center for Research on Health and Aging (MC 275), 1747 W. Roosevelt Rd., Room 558, Chicago, IL 60608, e-mail: prohaska@uic.edu, T: 312-413-9830, F: 312-413-9835.

Nickelodeon's pro-social "Let's Just Play" campaign, which celebrates active, healthy lifestyles for kids, is announcing its first call for entries for a newly established "Let's Just Play" grants program, offering a half-million dollars in awards to schools and after-school programs to provide resources to create and expand opportunities for physical play. Elementary schools, middle schools, and after-school programs across the country are eligible to enter the grants program by participating in "Let's Just Play" events within their own local communities. Criteria for entries, step-by-step details about how to apply, postmark date of November 1, and other information are now available at www.everythingnick.com. An interesting grant application would be to target children with disabilities, who usually have a much higher level of physical inactivity and social isolation.

For more information, contact Lauren Sklar, T: 212-846-7653, e-mail: Lauren.sklar@nick.com, and Nancy Muldoon, T: 212-846-7491, e-mail: nancy.muldoon@nick.com.

For more information, call 800-227-3988 or click on http://www.womenssportsfoundation.org/cgi-bin/iowa/funding/featured.html?record=30.