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Ian McIntosh Appointed Interim Executive Director Of Not Dead Yet (NDY)

Rochester, NY, January 13, 2025 – A Brief Note on behalf of The Board of Not Dead Yet: With the sudden passing of Not Dead Yet’s irreplaceable Founder, President and CEO, Diane Coleman , the Board of Not Dead Yet (NDY) was tasked with ensuring that her legacy continues into the next phase of this … Continue reading Ian McIntosh Appointed Interim Executive Director Of Not Dead Yet (NDY)

Join Us: Virtual Memorial for Diane Coleman

Please join us for a virtual memorial celebrating the life and legacy of our Founder, Diane Coleman. We will share stories from her life and work and create a community space to mourn our loss. Register to attend here. CART and ASL will be provided. Please email jules@neighborhoodaccess.org if you have additional access needs. Registration … Continue reading Join Us: Virtual Memorial for Diane Coleman

Pam Heavens: Do not support legalizing physician-assisted suicide

The Times Weekly published this opinion letter by Illinois disability advocate Pam Heavens on October 2nd: The Illinois General Assembly is considering a bill that will legalize physician-assisted suicide. I am a 68-year-old Disabled woman and proud member of “Stop Assisted Suicide Illinois Coalition”, which vehemently opposes this bill. This organization includes representatives from diverse … Continue reading Pam Heavens: Do not support legalizing physician-assisted suicide