Former Intern Obtains Account Coordinator Position at Local Marketing Firm

July 27, 2010

(Dillsburg, Pa.) - Suasion LLC, a marketing and communications agency that provides communication expertise to health care organizations and nonprofits, has selected Karyn Boyer to serve as Account Coordinator. As Account Coordinator, Boyer will provide assistance with day-to-day client activities, market research and public relations to ensure all clients’ needs and objectives are met.

Boyer studied public relations and marketing at the York College of Pennsylvania and recently graduated in May 2010. Prior to graduation, Boyer completed a four-month internship at Suasion. “Karyn dove right in as an intern. Instantly, she grasped and understood our mission and really developed a passion for what we do here at Suasion,” said Megan Kurtz, Vice President of Client Services.

After completing her internship, Boyer continued to conduct market research for the agency.  Then, shortly after graduation, Boyer was brought on to the Suasion team. “After working with Karyn as an intern, I knew she would be a great fit for us. She brings a fresh perspective and a great deal of passion to our agency,” said Victoria Radabaugh, President of Suasion.

 “I was eager to obtain an internship in my field and I wanted to make an impact at my internship location. I was given that opportunity at Suasion and realized I had a deep interest in nonprofit and mission-based organizations. Essentially, Suasion helps organizations help people, and I was thrilled to be a part of their mission,” stated Boyer. “Now, I can use what I learned as an intern and continue to help the clients and agency grow. I’m looking forward to building relationships with our clients and using communications to make a difference in the community.”

Boyer resides in New Cumberland, and spends her free time working out, hiking and spending time with her friends and family.

About Suasion
Suasion is a marketing and communications firm providing successful communications including public relations, advertising, Web site development, market research, grassroots marketing, branding, customer service training and strategic planning to organizations driven by a social mission. Organizations in the health care, social service, long term care and educational markets receive effective services in the most efficient means possible.

Call for Nominations to Recognize Accomplishments and Contributions for People with Disabilities

July 27, 2010

(Camp Hill, Pa.) – The nonprofit organization, Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP), is seeking nominations for its first Central PA’s Living Well With A Disability Awards. The Awards will recognize individuals and organizations in the Central PA area that truly demonstrate what it means to live well with a disability.

 

Living Well With A Disability was developed by the Center for Independent Living of Central PA to open doors to new opportunities for people with disabilities, and assist them in finding the resources they need to live well. Whether it’s finding transportation, or assistive technology for your job, Living Well With A Disability is designed to meet each individual’s needs to live independently.

 

Theo Braddy, Executive Director of CILCP, states that the Awards have been developed to highlight the accomplishments of individuals with disabilities as well as honor the contributions of groups and volunteers.

 

“Our Living Well With A Disability program has been such a success that we wanted to take this opportunity to publicly acknowledge not only individuals with a disability that are fulfilling their own dreams and reaching their goals, but the organizations, groups, or volunteers that aid in empowering individuals to live well with a disability,” says Braddy.

 

Nominations will be accepted for the following categories: individual with a disability (adult and youth); group (business and nonprofit); and volunteer. The individual, volunteer, or group must live or be located within Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, Mifflin, or Juniata counties. A committee of selected judges, who are leaders in the disability community, will review all submissions and select a winner in each category. Winners will be announced during an awards ceremony on September 22.

 

Individuals may visit www.LivingWellWithADisability.org or call 717-731-1900 ext. 138 to obtain the nomination form and rules.  All nominations must be submitted by August 20, 2010 to Central PA’s Living Well With A Disability Awards, 207 House Avenue, Suite 107, Camp Hill, PA 17011.

 

About The Center for Independent Living of Central PA
For over 20 years, CILCP has been serving people with all types of disabilities who live in Cumberland, Dauphin, Perry, Mifflin, and Juniata counties. CILCP is a consumer controlled, cross disability organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities to achieve and maintain independent life styles. From achieving a small task to accomplishing a life-changing goal, CILCP is helping people with disabilities exceed their lifestyle expectations through one point of contact. For more information on Living Well With A Disability visit www.LivingWellWithADisability.org, and for more information on CILCP, visit www.cilcp.org.

Governor Rendell to Attend Walk ‘N Roll for People with Disabilities

July 27, 2010

(Camp Hill, Pa.) – The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) is pleased to announce that Governor Edward G. Rendell will attend its 2nd Annual Walk ‘N Roll for Living Well. This year’s Walk ‘N Roll for Living Well will take place on Saturday, July 24th at City Island in Harrisburg, rain or shine. The walk will kick-off at 10 a.m. with a special opening address from Governor Rendell. 

 

People of all ages, with any type of disability or ability, are invited to walk, roll, or jog three laps around City Island.  Following the walk, attendees will be able to visit exhibitors’ tables, enjoy food, music and other entertainment, and sign up to win prizes. By taking part in the Walk ‘N Roll, participants will help CILCP provide more opportunities for people with disabilities to live healthier lifestyles. All proceeds will go towards expanding accessible fitness resources, as CILCP is the only organization in the area that offers fully adaptable and accessible fitness equipment.

 

In addition to celebrating healthier lifestyles, the Walk ‘N Roll will commemorate the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability.

 

Adults and children are encouraged to take part by forming teams or joining individually. The registration fee is $25.00 and children age 5 or younger may participate for free.  For more information or to register, visit www.CILCP.org or call 717-731-1900 / 717-737-1335 (TTY). Participants may also register on the day of the event at the Carousel Pavilion. Registration begins at 9:00 a.m. and the Walk ‘N Roll starts at 10:00 a.m. All City Island facilities and the route are accessible. A sign language interpreter/CART service will be on site.

 

Tanya Foster, evening news anchor from CBS21, and Central PA’s Living Well With A Disability spokesperson, will serve as host for the event. Additional speakers will also be on hand, including Mayor Linda Thompson. Mayor Thompson will make a proclamation in support of the ADA and in celebration of its 20th anniversary. The event is sponsored by PinnacleHealth, CBS21 and CW15.

About CILCP

The Center for Independent Living of Central PA (CILCP) is a consumer controlled, cross disability organization dedicated to assisting people with disabilities to achieve and maintain independent lifestyles.  The organization assists individuals with any type of disability to find resources available to meet their needs, wishes and aspirations through Living Well With A Disability. To learn more about CILCP visit www.cilcp.org, and to learn more about Living Well With A Disability, visit www.livingwellwithadisability.org.