Stark Lab

Are you attending the Aging with Developmental Disabilities (AADD) Conference in May? Come to Susy’s session, “Minimizing Fall Risks for Adults Aging with Developmental Disabilities,” on May 12 at 1:15 p.m.!

The session will focus on the risk of falls in different living environments for individuals aging with developmental disabilities and practical strategies for implementing evidence-based approaches to reduce and prevent falls.

More info: https://buff.ly/zCfFao8

We loved seeing this feature on our good friend Bill Siedhoff in the March issue of WashU Magazine! Bill is a Brown School alumnus who spent decades working for state and city agencies to support and advocate for people with disabilities, older adults, children, and people experiencing homelessness.

A legacy of service Bill Siedhoff has worked decades in the public sector at the local and state levels. At 84, he’s showing no signs of slowing down.

New York Times Wirecutter recently released their reviews and rankings of shower chairs, featuring input from our friends Jon Sanford and Ian Rice!

These Shower Chairs Make Bathing Safer for Everyone The best shower chair for you depends on your needs and bathroom setup. We tested 20 chairs in seven bathrooms and have six to recommend.