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Disability Awareness Advocates Brian P. Swift "The Quadfather" and Gwendolyn J. Sterk Join Forces to Provide Options for People with Differing Abilities&nbsp;
Everyone walking this earth&nbsp;has some sort of differing ability&nbsp;or knows someone with a physical or mental challenge. &nbsp; 
Two people, with one vision, are breaking down barriers, smashing stereotypes,&nbsp;shattering outdated&nbsp;obstacles, and providing access to essential resources,&nbsp;empowering&nbsp;people with different abilities&nbsp;to live their lives to the fullest, as independently, actively and freely as possible.
Join Disability Advocates&nbsp;Brian P. Swift and Gwendolyn J. Sterk as they present vital accessible&nbsp;resources and information, you may not even be aware of, on this highly informative&nbsp;podcast!&nbsp; 
Watch the Podcast NOW:&nbsp;<a href="https://fb.watch/rIZes6CP5d/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://fb.watch/rIZes6CP5d/</a> 
Swift and Sterk want you to know you are NEVER alone. There is a whole village ready and willing to uplift, support and empower you!&nbsp;&nbsp; 
Brian P. Swift, a #1 best-selling author, and&nbsp;quadriplegic since high school, has devoted his life to making a difference in the lives of those with different abilities, providing grants and resources to help people get outdoors, which has been proven to enhance the quality of life for people with physical or mental challenges.&nbsp;Swift Outdoor Accessible Recreation (SOAR) is Swift's 501 C 3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping people with disabilities actively participate in everyday life, such as getting around for school, work and hobbies, plus recreational activities such as camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, four wheeling, bicycling and special sports.&nbsp;Grants assist with essentials such as specially modified wheelchairs and adaptive equipment for vans and automobiles. 
Gwendolyn J. Sterk is a #1 best-selling author and esteemed attorney specializing in family law, who devotes a great deal of her practice to assisting families and helping them navigate the complex&nbsp;legal issues that must be&nbsp;considered for a child or adult with different abilities. Sterk is an essential resource for families seeking solid and reliable&nbsp;guidance regarding the complexities of guardianships,&nbsp;physical and mental&nbsp;health care access,&nbsp;financial considerations, power-of-attorney issues, and determining who will care for an individual, if or when, the individual&nbsp;cannot properly care for themself. Gwendolyn J. Sterk has gathered a treasure trove of valuable&nbsp;information regarding outreach programs,&nbsp;community organizations, support groups, medical professionals, charitable resources, social networks,&nbsp;and counseling programs dedicated to&nbsp;helping people with different abilities live full, productive, and active lives. Gwendolyn J. Sterk and Sterk Family Law Group generously&nbsp;provide vital funding to many organizations through her monthly Non-Profit Heroes Grants and&nbsp;Podcast.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; 
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Sterk Family Law provides a full range of family law and estate planning services in Orland Park for clients in Will, Cook, and DuPage counties. The Sterk Family Law Group team provides a holistic approach to the practice of law and strives to not only service a client&rsquo;s legal needs, but also help manage a client&rsquo;s emotional and over-all well-being by establishing connections with a vast network of counselors, support groups, and various other non-traditional service providers within local communities by way of the unique Resource Center. The Resource Center provides Sterk Family Law clients with access to other professionals to help prepare for the next step in their lives. 
Swift Outdoor Accessible Recreation&nbsp;founder Brian P. Swift is an inspiration to individuals living with various disabilities. The multi-talented quadriplegic is a #1 best-selling author, comedian who opened for Jimmy "J.J." Walker, motivational speaker, life coach, small business owner, woodworking expert, entrepreneur, attorney and family man, who has dedicated his life to leading others to the realization... everyone is "ABLE".
SOAR provides the necessary resources to help those in need of special assistance to live their lives as freely and fully as possible.&nbsp;It is imperative to mental and physical health, for people with differing abilities, to stay active and get them safely outdoors.&nbsp; 
Consider a one-time-donation or even partnering with SOAR to enrich the lives of children and adults with disabilities by helping them get outside to enjoy the great outdoors.
S.O.A.R. may be contacted at 708-269-7064 or <a href="mailto:soar@soarnonrofit.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">soar@soarnonrofit.com</a>. 
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BREAKING NEWS: Step Into The Wonderful World of Fashion In Skokie IL 
 
Are you ready to ignite your passion for fashion? Join our captivating Sewing, Tailoring &amp; Pattern Making Classes designed for teens and adults, aged 16 and above. Visit our website:&nbsp;&nbsp;<a href="https://ewsacademy.org/SKOKIE-CLASSES.HTML" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://ewsacademy.org/SKOKIE</a>
 Come sew and design in&nbsp;our upcoming session starting June 3, 2024.&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;Fee: $265.00&nbsp;
Join us June 3, 2024 for dynamic fashion classes at our temporary location, the Hampton Inn &amp; Suites at 5201 Old Orchard Rd., Skokie IL.. We are hoping to offer our classes again at Oakton College Skokie once remodeling and construction is completed.
In the event, our classes cannot be offered through Oakton College in September, rest assured that we have plans in place to launch EWS Fashion Academy #2 right here in Skokie IL. As a forward-thinking entrepreneur, I am committed to providing top-notch fashion education to your community.
Classes run for 6 weeks, meeting once a week on Mondays. Choose between two convenient time slots: 2:00pm to 4:30pm or 6:00pm to 8:30pm. For an immersive experience, consider attending both sessions! You will do more and learn more in less time.
Registration is NOW! Secure your spot today by calling Eric W Stiles Sr., also known as MR. EWS, at 708-424-4397. Don't miss out on this opportunity to expand your skills and knowledge in the world of fashion!
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Whether you're a novice or seasoned enthusiast, our classes cater to all skill levels. Join us for an enriching journey where you'll expand your knowledge of sewing, tailoring, and pattern making. Led by industry expert instructor, Eric W. Stiles Sr., aka, MR. EWS and discover specialized techniques used by renowned designers worldwide.
Exciting news for fashion enthusiasts! You can take our expert classes at our temporary location. We're gearing up with the &ldquo;HOPE&rdquo; to offer classes at Oakton College in Skokie once remodeling wraps up by September. If we decide to offer classes there, we will inform you of dates and details! Don't miss out on this opportunity to elevate your fashion skills with us! Enroll in April and be part of the style revolution! We are just minutes from Vogue Fabric and Oakton College. 
 
Learn and uncover the secrets behind professional-grade garments. Master essential skills and techniques, from drafting quarter-scale patterns to refining your creations with precision. Explore product development strategies used by top designers to perfect their craft. 
 
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LEARN FROM AN INDUSTRY EXPERT! 
Let me introduce you to Eric W. Stiles Sr., aka MR. EWS, is a seasoned professional with more than 40 years of experience in the world of tailoring and design. With a remarkable background as the Supervisor, MTM Expert, and Master Bespoke Tailor for renowned brands like Brioni, Giorgio Armani, Polo-Ralph Lauren, Tom Ford, and Tom James, Mr. Stiles has established himself as a true authority in his field. 
 
Driven by a deep passion for sharing his knowledge, Mr. Stiles has dedicated himself to educating aspiring tailors. He has conducted live face-to-face classes at 11 prestigious Illinois colleges, including Oakton. The impact of his teaching has been far-reaching, with students benefiting from his wealth of talent and exceptional teaching skills.

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