by Deb Morais | Mar 23, 2026 | Uncategorized
On St. Patrick’s Day, the Cranston Public Library was filled with energy, laughter, and plenty of green as the Avatar Residential Group, Ava Voice, gathered for a lively session of “Dating 101.” Presented by Tanja Blicker-Ucran and Heidi Showstead through the Cross...
by Deb Morais | Nov 13, 2025 | Advocacy, Cross Disability Coalition, Speaker's Bureau, Transformation Grant, Uncategorized
Living Innovations recently hosted a dynamic Speakers Bureau presentation, “Healthy Relationships,” featuring RI Cross Disabilities Coalition leaders Tanja Blicker-Ucran and Deanne Gagne. Their engaging and thoughtful style quickly built rapport with participants,...
by Deb Morais | Oct 21, 2025 | Advocacy, Cross Disability Coalition, Speaker's Bureau
Members of the Warwick-based Avatar AvaVoice Self-Advocacy group gathered recently at the Warwick Public Library for an uplifting and interactive presentation, “Employment Can Work for You,” led by Deanne Gagné and Rachel Ferreira of the Rhode Island Cross Disability...
by Deb Morais | Oct 9, 2025 | Uncategorized
The “Life Is Good” presentation at Living Innovations brought together an enthusiastic group of participants eager to explore what makes life meaningful and fulfilling. The program was led by Executive Director Tanja Blicker-Ucran and featured speakers Jeff Ovaginian...
by Deb Morais | Oct 8, 2025 | Advocacy, Cross Disability Coalition, Safety
The RI Cross Disability Coalition held its meeting today at the Warwick Public Library, bringing together a lively and engaged group of advocates and community members. After reviewing the organization’s mission and the minutes from the September meeting, attendees...
