Even the kindest, most considerate employers may struggle with the idea of hiring individuals with disabilities. This is not borne of animus or discriminatory intent, but rather a lack of information. Many employers simply do not know how to properly manage an individual with a disability, so they worry that their inexperience may result in […]
LifeROOTS, the Central New Mexico-based not-for-profit serving the needs of children and adults with physical, developmental and/or behavioral challenges, has announced that Sherri Wells has joined the organization as Major Donor Officer. Wells is responsible for developing relationships with long term donors and securing sponsor donations for all LifeROOTS fundraisers, recurring donations and legacy donations. […]
Here at LifeROOTS, we are dedicated to empowering, serving, and shaping the lives of our community members. By donating to our organization, you are supporting early learning programs, career coaching sessions, and adult enrichment, and so much more, which provide our clients with the skills they need to succeed. Now there are plenty of ways […]
Kids grow up fast, don’t they? At age three, your child will have completed their early intervention program at LifeROOTS and is ready to take the next steps in their early education. If your child needs continued support as they move into preschool, it is important that you plan ahead so the transition is smooth. […]
Millions of people use Facebook every day to send birthday wishes to their friends, which is why the platform’s Birthday Fundraiser was created. Now you can celebrate your birthday exactly how you want to, keeping the focus on giving back to an organization you care about. If you would rather celebrate their big day by […]
From getting around on their own to saying their first words, babies and young children have a lot to learn. Countless studies have emphasized the importance of a child’s first few years, and parents may become concerned when their development seems slower than expected. An article from Health Research Funding showed that one in six […]
LifeROOTS president and CEO Kathleen Holmes Cates received a major honor this month, as she was named one of New Mexico’s “Top CEOs” by the Albuquerque Journal. The first annual Albuquerque Journal “Top CEOs” recognition was published in a special “Business Outlook” insert in the August 26th edition of the Journal, recognizing and celebrating New […]
Early intervention programs allow children with developmental disabilities to reach their full potential. At LifeROOTS, we work with children from birth to age three on meeting their physical, cognitive, communication, emotional, and adaptive milestones, helping them overcome barriers and reach their fullest potential. Seeing why Early Intervention is the best choice for your child is […]
LifeROOTS president and CEO Kathleen Holmes Cates, a long-time advocate for individuals with disabilities in the community, has been appointed to the New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council (NMDDPC.) As a member of the New Mexico Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, Kathleen will help work with parents, state agencies and the Governor’s office to achieve its […]
On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, which prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, commercial facilities, telecommunications, and state and local government services. The statistics come from various Census Bureau censuses and surveys, covering different periods of time. The following facts […]
