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Times of Oman
35 minutes ago
- General
- Times of Oman
Oman Sail and bp Oman launch second edition of SailFree programme
Muscat: Oman Sail in partnership with bp Oman have launched the second edition of SailFree, the region's first para sailing programme designed to empower people with disabilities through the sport of sailing. The programme will be delivered in three phases to support 100 young people with disabilities at Oman Sail's Mussanah Sailing School and Al Mouj Sailing School, with 20 advancing to form the 15-18 national youth sailing team. Khamis Al Anbouri, Oman Sail's Acting Commercial Director, said, 'We are very pleased to renew SailFree for a second edition and provide more opportunities for young people with disabilities. The programme has proven that sailing can have a long-term positive impact on the lives of people with disabilities and unlock valuable life skills through learning, teamwork and participation. We are looking forward to introducing 100 young people to the sport and showing that sailing is a sport for all.' Ibrahim Al Hinai, Social investment manager at bp Oman, Kuwait, and Qatar, commented: 'The achievements of the SailFree programme is remarkable, whereby the first edition of this programme, launched in 2019, benefitted 110 people with disabilities and formed the first parasailing national team consisting of 25 exceptional members that competed in approximately 10 international and local competitions representing Oman. We are incredibly proud to continue investing in the community by supporting such a valuable initiative.' SailFree has provided the framework for people with no prior sailing experience to learn, develop and compete internationally and the SailFree team is currently in training ahead of regattas at home and abroad. Beginning with the UK Hansa Class Championship from 13-15 June in Weymouth, UK, then returning to Oman for the Oman Sailing Championship from 17-21 August and Mussanah Race Week from 16-22 October.
Yahoo
19 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Social Security June payment schedule: Here's when recipients will get their checks
The Brief The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments (SSA benefits), but the date varies – generally depending on the day you were born. SSA beneficiaries can expect a payment on either June 3, June 11, June 18, or June 25 this month. SSI recipients should have received their payment on May 30, because June 1 falls on a Sunday. A new month means another round of Social Security payments for millions of Americans who benefit from the program. Here's when beneficiaries can expect to receive their checks in June: Big picture view The Social Security Administration sends regular monthly payments (SSA benefits), but the date varies – generally depending on the day you were born. Social Security retirement, disability, and survivor (RSDI) beneficiaries who filed claims after May 1, 1997, are assigned either the second, third, or fourth Wednesday of the month. RELATED: Work requirements in Trump's 'big, beautiful bill': What to know Those who receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI), which is monthly payments for people with disabilities and older adults who have little or no income or resources, get paid on the 1st of the month. If the 1st falls on the weekend or holiday, then the payments are typically issued on the previous weekday. Those who received benefits before May 1997 also have a specific payment date. Timeline The following dates are when beneficiaries can expect to receive their monthly payments in June – SSA beneficiaries who started getting benefits before May 1997: June 3, 2025 Birthday between the 1st and 10th of the month: June 11 (Second Wednesday of the month) Birthday between the 11th and 20th of the month: June 18 (Third Wednesday of the month Birthday between the 21st and 31st of the month: June 25 (Fourth Wednesday of the month) Timeline This month's SSI payment was dispersed on May 30 because June 1 falls on a Sunday. What you can do Those who do not receive their electronic payment on the scheduled date should contact their bank or financial institution first, according to the Social Security Administration – which notes that it "may be experiencing a delay in posting your payment." Those who still need to report a late, missing, or stolen Social Security payment should call the Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 (TTY 1-800-325-0778) or contact their local Social Security office. "We will review the case and if the payment is due, we will replace it," the administration says on its website. The Source This story was reported based on information from The Social Security Administration's website, specific to SSI (Supplemental Security Income) Benefits and RSDI (Retirement, Survivors and Disability) – also referred to as SSA Benefits. The story was reported from Cincinnati.
The National
20 hours ago
- Business
- The National
Abu Dhabi health drive raises Dh509 million in two weeks to support patients with chronic diseases
An Abu Dhabi humanitarian drive aiming to provide critical support to patients with chronic diseases and people with various disabilities has raised more than half of its Dh1 billion fund-raising target in only two weeks. The Life Endowment campaign, established by the Endowments and Minors Funds Authority (Awqaf Abu Dhabi), has collected Dh509 million from 93,000 contributors, it was announced on Sunday. The vital initiative, being held under the slogan With you for Life, was announced by President Sheikh Mohamed under the UAE's Year of Community. The impressive running total is thanks to contributions from both individuals and businesses alike, including a Dh172 million donation from Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, Mother of the Nation. The drive will help to cover treatment costs for people while supporting the research and development of pharmaceutical drugs. Fahad Al Qassim, director general of the Abu Dhabi Endowments and Minors Funds Authority, said the scheme represented a major milestone in the UAE's philanthropic vision. 'The significant contributions received since the campaign's launch demonstrate the UAE community's unwavering commitment to supporting humanitarian initiatives," Mr Al Qassim said. "The enthusiastic response to the Life Endowment campaign exemplifies deep compassion for those suffering from chronic diseases and for people of determination. "The continued flow of generous contributions through various channels underscores the widespread culture of endowment in our society as a key catalyst of sustainability.' Who will benefit from fund? The fund will be continuous and have no end date, Mr Al Qassim previously told T he National. Its finances will be invested and then spent to help patients. 'Assets will be invested and the returns will be spent on treatment, which means that we have a sustainable financial instrument and product that gives returns every single year,' he said in an interview following the campaign's launch. 'This endowment caters for the weakest point in the community and a lot of those people are actually non-UAE nationals. Emiratis today, at the end of the day, they do get the treatment from the government by the leadership. Expats today are more vulnerable in terms of the weaker point of the community. 'Endowments are here to stay for generations. It's not for the next two years, and then it will be mothballed or to a different initiative. No, it will continue to be there, hopefully for generations to come.' Abu Dhabi's Department of Health is overseeing the health-related aspects of the endowment, ensuring contributions are directed effectively to support specialised care and reach those who need the funds most. The campaign has two fund-raising arms – the Emirates Red Crescent Authority, which has been a leading humanitarian entity since 1983, and the Authority of Social Contribution – Ma'an, Abu Dhabi's official channel to receive social contributions. How to contribute Individuals and institutions can make donations using various platforms: Awqaf Abu Dhabi's digital donation platform Send the word "Life" in a text message using the e& Emirates network to the following numbers: 3557 to donate Dh10, 3556 to donate Dh50, 3225 to donate Dh100 and 3223 to donate Dh500 Send the word "Life" in a text message using the du network to the following numbers: 3583 to donate Dh10, 3585 to donate Dh50, 3586 to donate Dh100 and 3587 to donate Dh500
Yahoo
2 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Quinnipiac students create customized cars for children with disabilities
HAMDEN, Conn. (WTNH) — Students from Quinnipiac University's physical and occupational therapy programs helped kids with disabilities on Saturday at the Go Baby Go car pickup event. Students helped families from Danbury, Watertown, Prospect and Woodbridge by creating custom-made battery-powered ride on cars to improve mobility for children with physical disabilities. Quinnipiac cuts ribbons on two new academic buildings After finalizing the cars, they were test driven and decorated with custom license plates. The modified cars featured rewired controls for children unable to use foot pedals, improved safety harnesses and seating and personalized decorations. Go Baby Go, a national program started from the University of Delaware, has been providing custom-made cars for kids year after year. Quinnipiac graduate students began their involvement in the program in 2012. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
2 days ago
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- Yahoo
Construction to get underway on long awaited Wilfong Wellness Center in Fairmont
FAIRMONT — The new Wilfong Wellness Center will be more about than a recreational center for people with disabilities. It's also making a statement. 'The majestic feel that we sit atop this Gateway Connector, that we are to be seen, that people with disabilities are to be seen and that we are the envy of our community, and we are the pride of our community,' Disability Action Center Executive Director Julie Sole said. 'That's what's so meaningful about this location.' The Disability Action Center broke ground on its $2 million, 5,500 square-foot wellness center Thursday morning. City and state officials celebrated the project, which has been four years in the making. Sole said the location of the new Wilfong Wellness Center is in stark contrast to the DAC's former location, where a center dedicated to serving people with disabilities wasn't as easily seen. Last October, when the Marion County Commission allocated funds to the project from its American Rescue Plan Act funds, County Commission President Ernie VanGilder expressed concern that the cost of construction materials would rise due to the damage wrought by several powerful storms during hurricane season. And rise they did. 'Price is always a factor,' Mark Eli, construction manager for the Huffman Corporation, said. 'Everything went up after COVID. Once it goes up, it never goes down. But that's why they brought us in to try and get within the budget that they're looking at. And that's what we're striving to do.' Sole also acknowledged the possibility of cost overruns due to rising construction costs, but said that's why it was important to build as much as possible as fast as possible to keep costs low. Wayne Huffman, owner of Huffman Corporation, said he was glad to be helping out by building the structure. He said his own company has been blessed in multiple ways, which is what allows his company to give back to the community. 'We're transparent with our numbers, and I know a lot of these people,' Huffman said. 'They know that they don't have to worry about us. We're going to try to do it as much as we can with as much money as they've got.' Kevin Wilfong, who's family is the namesake of the center, has a personal connection to the center. His younger brother was born with hydrocephaly in 1952, which causes an abnormal buildup of cerebrospinal fluid in the ventricles of the brain. His brother died at age seven. After the diagnosis, his family spent their lives working to better the conditions of people living with disabilities in Fairmont. The DAC actually traces its genesis to the Wilfong family, who started the original organization before it evolved and transformed into the DAC over the years. Kevin Wilfong donated toward the cost of the building. Wilfong said the building is being built specifically for the clients of the Disability Action Center in mind, as it features wheelchair access and other accessibility features. The wellness center's floor plan is split into two sections. The first section has a gym that will come with pickleball courts, a basketball court and spectator seating, while the second half of the building has lockers and a fitness center with exercise equipment and recreation space. There will also be office space for therapy and counseling. Wilfong said physical exercise is important to a productive life, and the center will ensure people with disabilities will have their physical needs met. 'The clients have all they need in the main DAC building,' Wilfong said. 'But what this will do is provide much needed physical exercise they can all enjoy and participate in. It's a big need and we hope to get that fulfilled.'
