Valley Life for All

July 26th is the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act which ensures civil rights and equal opportunities to those in our communities…

This summer would have marked the Strawberry Shortcut’s 43rd year. Although it’s been canceled, or maybe postponed, it’s good to remember what the…

Kolakanta has Multiple Sclerosis, and while it’s a challenge to find accessible trails for this outdoors lover, she keeps on keeping on, in all aspects of…

As we all share a new challenge labeled COVID-19, we can learn from our friends and neighbors who have grown strong making their way through a life that…

Kendall Noble is curious, athletic, very smart and loves to meet new people. He has autism and getting to know him is amazing. Kendall has always…

Turner brings joy to everyone he meets. He loves to laugh, be hugged and do high fives. He likes school, and he likes to party! Turner lives with a rare…

Alyssa Richman is a professional bowler and has won gold medals for the 1500 meter race even though she was born with cerebral palsy. She has learned not…

Missy Anderson is a wife, mother and friend. She has cortical myoclonus which causes body jerks. The mobility and accessibility that we may take for…

Maureen and Zac are a mother and son sharing the journey of autism. Maureen is mother to four adopted children, a teacher and a counselor and Zac’s…

Rylan loves looking for deer and elk, running, jumping, climbing and watching movies like Moana, Trolls, and Storks. He has autism and a sensory…