When Margaux, now a 21-month-old Reimagine participant, was just three months old her pediatrician first noticed the identifying qualities in her eyes that would be diagnosed as aniridia, an eye disorder characterized by a complete or partial absence of the iris,...
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BRAIN INJURY AWARENESS MONTH Participant Spotlight: Adrian’s Reimagine Story
Participant Spotlight: Adrian’s Reimagine Story When Adrian, a 39-year-old Reimagine participant, first woke up after the violent fight that caused his brain damage his mother was the first person that he recognized. He often feels guilty and blames poor choices on...
A Virtual Blessing
“Thumbs up! I love all of the virtual classes. I think they are wonderful.” - Sharon, participates in Bingo, Jeopardy, sing alongs, scrabble, seated exercise/meditation & concerts One year into the pandemic, Reimagine’s virtual campus is going strong—Zumba, art,...
Vaccines Explained
The COVID-19 Virus and the Vaccine Explained As much as many of us hoped the start of a new year would bring some relief from the pandemic, we find ourselves still in its center. As a service provider to people with disabilities – many of whom are at high-risk of...
Achieve Physical Therapy Goals
Participants Strive to Achieve Physical Therapy Goals During the Pandemic Even with stay-at-home orders over the past year, some participants who had been receiving physical therapy (PT) from Reimagine have found ways to make progress when they couldn’t attend...
People with Disabilities Get Out the Vote
People with Disabilities Get Out the Vote By Dr. Glenn Motola An estimated 38 million eligible voters have disabilities. Now more than ever, it is important for this diverse group of voters to participate in the electoral process. Just like people without...
Plateaus
There’s No Such Thing as Plateaus: Allison’s Reimagine StoryBy Brenda Deeley When our daughter Allison was born with Down syndrome twenty years ago, people told us not to despair because children with Down syndrome are so happy and loving – they hug everybody. So much...
Virtual Programming
Virtual Programming Keeps Possibilities Alive for People with Disabilities
In a time when we must remain distant, Reimagine continues to reach out and connect with clients through virtual classes.
Guidance from 2-1-1
Testing Sites This project was supported by the California Department of Public Health and 211 California.
Find Local Testing Sites
To find a COVID-19 testing site near you, try one of these options: Choose Current Location Search by Address, City or Zip Code Click on the Map Contact your health plan for additional testing options. For more information about preventing the spread of COVID-19,...
From RIO to Reimagine…a Legacy of Relentlessly Pursuing Possibilities
Not so long ago, we were RIO: A shortened, modified version of our founding name, The Rehabilitation Institute of Southern California. Now, as Reimagine, we are celebrating our 70th Anniversary of creating opportunities for people with disabilities to live an enhanced...