Tag Archive for: adults with disabilities
![Impact NW Senior Services - Tai Chi](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/Impact-NW-Senior-Services-Tai-Chi-Another-Look-02.22.16-86-of-97-495x400.jpg)
Grant from Kaiser Permanente Helps Seniors Thrive
Aging adults thrive when they are able to remain in their own homes, surrounded by a community of friends and family. We’re excited to announce that a generous $15,000 grant from Kaiser Permanente will allow us to continue to help Portland’s aging population thrive.
![Club Impact participants meet new friends and hang out in a safe space for adults with disabilities to practice social skills.](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/ClubImpact_20161121_04_edit-495x400.png)
Adults with disabilities need a space to socialize, too
Domestic violence impacts one in three women. But most incidents of domestic violence go unreported. Even fewer people seek help. Carmen is the exception.
![Ralph Gilliam - Club Impact Founder](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/RalphGilliamClubImpact.png)
Community at Work: Ralph Gilliam
Ralph Gilliam, former Impact NW committee member & founder of Club Impact, a social club for adults with disabilities, shares his passion for helping others.
![Club Impact - Oaks Park 2016](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/20160606_144705_HDR-495x400.jpg)
Fun at Oaks Amusement Park for Club Impact
Club members and friends enjoyed a day of fun rides and a picnic lunch at Oaks Park.
![Club Impact participants celebrate at Oaks Park](https://impactnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/photo-3-e1456509421421-480x400.jpg)
Club Impact Celebrates 6 Years
"Last night we celebrated our 6th anniversary with pie, ice cream and participant testimonials. I had no idea how moving this would be," said Ralph Gilliam, Impact NW's volunteer who runs Club Impact.