Article on Accessible Whale Watching To Appear in "ThisAbled"
Kelly Rouba, Ms Wheelchair New Jerey 2007, recently interviewed me for an article she is writing on accessible whale watching. The article will be appearing soon on www.thisabled.com. Watch for it!
Kristen was chosen as Ms. Wheelchair Massachusetts 2007. A gifted speaker and writer, she is currently finishing a Women's Fiction novel series featuring women with disabilities as heroines. She graduated Magna Cum Laude with a BA in English and Political Science from the University of Massachusetts at Boston, and has studied toward her MPH at Boston University School of Public Health. Kristen is employed as the Editor In Chief of "Solutions" e-magazine, published by Hire Disability Solutions, LLC - www.hireds.com. She also works as an Early Intervention Program Consultant with newly-injured SCI patients at Spaulding Rehab Hospital. Kristen sustained a C6 spinal cord injury (SCI) in a diving accident at the age of 15. She lives in Boston and Falmouth, Cape Cod, with her husband.
"We are the first generation of Americans with disabilities to be recognized as having equal civil rights under the law, and because of this we bear a responsibility; that is, not only to break down barriers for others, but also to lead by example."
Official Contact Information
Kristen is available for events, interviews, and appearances. She always welcomes greetings from her readers. Feel free to contact her. Her contact Email Address is: mswheelchairmass07@yahoo.com. Her Mailing Address is: Kristen McCosh, PO Box E28, South Boston, MA 02127. Her Cell Phone Is: 617-312-5804. Her Website is: http://www.mswheelchairmass.org/.
This 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization seeks to give women with disabilities a forum to promote their achievements as well as an opportunity to voice the needs of those with mobility impairments. It is in no way a beauty contest; rather, it is an annual competion to select the most accomplished and articulate spokesperson for people with disabilities in the Commonwealth. By her example, the winner will showcase the talents, abilities and value of disabled women. She will work to inspire others with disabilities while advocating on their behalf to the business, political, and non-disabled community.
Show your Support - Donate to the Ms. Wheelchair Massachuetts Organization
In order to ensure successful continuation of the program, the Ms. Wheelchair Massachusetts Organization needs your financial support. We are actively seeking corporate sponsors, as well as donations from individuals and groups. Contributions are tax-deductible, and will be used to establish a successful state program that will lead to strong representation each year in the national competition. All donations can be made out and mailed to Ms. Wheelchair Massachusetts at the address above. Every sponsor and donor will be highlighted on my blog. Thank you in advance...
Photography Fundraising Update
Kristen's husband is donating sales from his photography business to support the Ms Wheelchair Massachusetts program. Please visit his website to browse and purchase photos: http://www.johnmccoshphotography.com/
Total Funds Raised To-Date: $135
Official MWA Photo for PR
Ms. Wheelchair America 2008, Crowning Ceremony, Placed Second Runner Up
Sponsors for the 2008 Ms. Wheelchair America Pageant
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Aunt Joan
NEMED
George & Margaret McCosh
Ann Magner
Families of Special Olympians
Allcare Medical Supply
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