MISSION STATEMENT
The Salem Commission on Disability is committed to working hard to make Salem’s community a better place to work and live for people with disabilities. As one of the finest tourist cities in the world, the Commission’s goal is to strive to make Salem a more accessible place to live, work and visit for people living with all kinds of disabilities.
The Commission on Disability also works to raise awareness and educate both people living with and without disabilities on various handicap issues. We do so by providing educational information via monthly broadcasted meetings over the local cable network, as well as providing a daily audible column to help maximize the handicapped pedestrian commuter’s safety, and much more.
The Commission supports a strong relationship with their city government, their constituents and the Salem business community, including the museums and other various tourist attractions.
An Important Message From Your Commission on Disabilities:
As you know, this winter has been an extremely rough one and the Salem Commission on Disabilities is concerned about its impact. Over 20% of Salem’s population has a disability and many of Salem’s disabled community are senior citizens. If you have a neighbor who is disabled or a senior, why not give them a call and check on their well being from time to time. During the winter months many disabled people including seniors don’t get out often….. it’s just too difficult for them. Take a minute and give your neighbor a quick call. It will give them a good feeling, and you just might save a life; all because you took a moment and made that call. If you don’t get an answer from your neighbor and you believe they need help or in trouble, you can call 9-1-1
and get a response from Police, Fire and Ambulance.
Something else to strongly consider would be to help keep your neighborhood’s fire hydrants clear of snow and ice. Recently, area firefighters lost precious time locating hydrants under mounds of snow when they could have been putting out fires. Although the Salem Fire Department has records of all hydrant locations, if you see a hydrant near your home, dig it out. Providing firefighters clear access to fire hydrants may help save someone’s home or someone’s life – including your own.
For more information on the Salem Commission on Disabilities, contact Co-Chair David Tracht at DMT93042@HOTMAIL.COM or, Commissioner Andrew J. LaPointe at 978-745-4289.
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