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Those considering their job and education options have a lot of choices as we enter 2025. Those choosing to continue their education journey by entering college face a new set of educational and social challenges. For those pursuing college among the estimated 7 million people in America diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), those challenges are twofold. 

 The symptoms associated with ADHD elevate the risk of motor vehicle crashes for teenagers and adults. Driving with ADHD requires heightened awareness as it addresses the unique challenges individuals with ADHD may face, including maintaining focus and regulating impulses, to contribute to a safer road environment among drivers. In the interest of public safety, we created a new resource for those driving with ADHD. Check it out below:
 

 Caring.com is a leading senior care resource for family caregivers seeking information and support as they care for aging parents, spouses, and other loved ones. We have been featured by AARP, The Administration for Community Living, The National Legal Resource Center, and Forbes, as well as referenced by many governmental agencies and organizations across the Internet. 

 Have hearing problems and going to college?  The Online College Guide for Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Students can help.  Check out this website. 

Sensory Friendly Films 

Families affected by autism and other disabilities now have a special opportunity to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment on a monthly basis with the "Sensory Friendly Films" program. In order to provide a more accepting and comfortable setting for this unique audience, the movie auditoriums will have their lights brought up and the sound turned down, families will be able to bring in their own gluten-free, casein-free snacks, and no previews or advertisements will be shown before the movie. Additionally, audience members are welcome to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing unless the safety of the audience is questioned. Tickets are $4-6 depending on location and can be purchased on the day of the event.

Camp Wamp was founded by Stephen J. Wampler, the 1st man with CP to climb Yosemite’s, El Cap. Our camp provides the traditional wilderness summer camp experience to children and young adults with physical disabilities. Each year we see our campers learn independence, social skills, confidence and so much more. Our ask to you is that you share this with any family that may be interested in providing this experience. We have a scholarship fund available to support the families as much as needed.

Lions Camp Tatiyee gives individuals with special needs the opportunity to spend a week away from home in the White Mountains of Arizona enjoying activities and meeting new friends. Through this experience, many campers tell us that they gain independence and confidence by trying new activities and challenging their personal limits. Campers attend for one week in the summer, arriving on Sunday afternoon and staying until Friday afternoon.

The Miracle League of Arizona is a non-profit organization in North Scottsdale, dedicated to providing a safe, successful, and enjoyable baseball experience for children, teens and adults with disabilities or special health care needs. We offer adaptive baseball, at an accessible stadium, removing the barriers that would normally keep individuals off the baseball field.

The Thunderbirds Foundation has been a donor for the AZ Sunshine League, Inc. for over five years. The Thunderbirds support help us pay for our field rental and awards. Please support the Thunderbirds by attending the annual Phoenix Open. Follow the attached link for more information.

Arizona Sports Complex is a family and team-oriented multi-purpose facility, dedicated to improving players' skills in competitive sports, teaching the value of good sportsmanship, and adopting positive lifetime behaviors by providing superior services, quality programs, premium facilities, and a dedicated staff.