The signs and symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and dementia, along with helpful tips for caregivers are presented by Betsy Broyles Arnold of The Broyles Foundation. In this video, Betsy shares insights gained from her personal experience in caring for her parents as both lived with the disability of short-term memory loss. Betsy is the daughter of former University of Arkansas Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Frank Broyles and his wife Barbara. She co-authored "Coach Broyles Playbook for Alzheimer’s Caregivers," and she has more than 20 years of experience providing care for Alzheimer’s and dementia caregivers.

Priscilla Scanlan, an Independent Living Specialist with SOURCES, shares her story of "Why I Sign." #whyisign. My name’s Priscilla Scanlan. I grew up oral, and was mainstreamed in oral programs. My parents did not allow me to sign. My mom said that signing was for animals. Signing was for the lowest of the low. My mom told me that she wanted me to be “advanced”, and learn how to speak just like a hearing person. I said, “Ok.” I tried my best and barely survived high school. I graduated and then went to college. It did not work out because the classes were big, and I had to sit at the front to try to lipread the teachers. I flunked out of college. Mom then told me that she guess I would have to go to work, and find a job. Fortunately, a vocational rehabilitation counselor called my parents, and told them that I could go to Gallaudet University. The counselor explained to my parents that it was a college for deaf and hard of hearing students, but they were kept separately (she fibbed so my parents would allow me to go). Before Gallaudet, I did not know who I was. I grew up thinking I was the only deaf person. The day I arrived Gallaudet, I realized I was not the only deaf person. I was stunned to see many deaf people from Arkansas who went to the deaf school (I was born in Arkansas). So I decided to take ASL classes. Ever since, I have been signing. I sign because it is my identity & my life. I am deaf. That’s why I sign. #askmewhyisign

Moderated by Rita Reese-Whiting, SOURCES for Community Independent Living Services staff member NeCol Whitehead shares information on the constitutional amendments included on the 2020 Arkansas ballot. The video features an American Sign Language interpreter. To learn more, contact NeCol by email at nwhitehead@arsources.org, or by phone or text at 479-802-3903. And visit the website at www.ARSources.org for resources and helpful information.

SOURCES for Community Independent Living Services Employment Coordinator Kasi Miller and Employment Director Howard Funkhouser share the answers to commonly-asked questions that individuals with disabilities have about seeking employment, the "Ticket to Work" program and work incentives. To learn more about SOURCES employment services or how you can find employment or return to work with a disability, contact Howard or Kasi by phone at 479-442-5600 or visit www.ARSources.org for resources and helpful information.

SOURCES Community Work Incentives staff members answer frequently-asked questions about individuals with disabilities and going to work. Questions and answers on these topics are included: - What is Project AWIN? - How can benefits counselors help individuals with disabilities in returning to work? - Can an individual work and keep their Social Security benefits? - Will an individual with disabilities lose their health insurance (Medicare and Medicaid) if they return to work? - What is the "Ticket to Work" program? - Can the Social Security Administration help someone with school? - How does an individual with disabilities get their benefits back after working? To learn more or receive personal information, contact Shannon Long, David Robbins or Kasi Miller at 479-442-5600 or visit www.ARSources.org for email addresses, resources and more helpful information.

Moderated by Rob Harrison, SOURCES for Community Independent Living Services staff members NeCol Whitehead and Rita Reese-Whiting share information and tips for how to vote in Arkansas in the 2020 Elections. The video features an American Sign Language interpreter. To learn more or get the virtual meeting links, contact NeCol by email at nwhitehead@arsources.org, or by phone or text at 479-802-3903. And visit the website at www.ARSources.org for resources and helpful information.

Priscilla Scanlan and NeCol Whitehead share information on the October meeting of the Deaf Club and how to participate virtually in American Sign Language (ASL) classes with SOURCES for Community Independent Living. The Deaf Club will meet virtually on Oct. 10, 2020 from 4- p.m. and members are encouraged to wear Halloween masks and share memories of Halloween. A voice interpreter will participate, and those learning ASL are encouraged to join. ASL classes are held as follows: - Beginner with NeCol on Mondays at 4:30 p.m. - Intermediate with Priscilla on Mondays at 10 a.m. - Advanced with Priscilla on Thursdays at 4:30 p.m. To learn more or get the virtual meeting links, contact NeCol by email at nwhitehead@arsources.org, or by phone or text at 479-802-3903. And visit the website at www.ARSources.org for resources and helpful information.

NeCol Whitehead shares information on how to participate virtually in Peer Support sessions with SOURCES for Community Independent Living on Mondays at 1 p.m. To learn more, or get the virtual meeting link, contact NeCol by email at nwhitehead@arsources.org, or by phone or text at 479-802-3903. And visit the website at www.ARSources.org for resources and helpful information.