A Touch of Understanding  (ATOU) provides disability awareness programs designed to educate a new generation to understand the challenges associated with disabilities and to accept and respect all individuals. We’re a nonprofit organization comprised of dedicated individuals, some with disabilities and some without, who come together to form a strong team working to help students look beyond the disability, the wheelchair, the braces, the unpredictable behavior and see the person.

AccessToCare Fair LogoA Touch of Understanding is hosting the 5th annual AccessToCare Fair which is designed to offer practical and professional resources to individuals and families affected by disability and special needs. The entire community is welcome to this free event, the only one of its kind in Northern California. On average, the AccessToCare Fair draws over 1000 people each year. Childcare for typical children and those with special needs is available.

The event kicks off with friendly, but serious competition among the Sacramento Cagers wheelchair basketball team, former professional sports stars, local media personalities, and others. An entertaining half-time show includes local team mascots, half-court shooting contest and great raffle prizes.

WHERE

Bayside Church
8191 Sierra College Blvd.
Roseville, California 95661

WHEN

Wheelchair Basketball Game to Benefit ATOU
Friday, March 19th, 2010 7:00PM
Bayside Celebration Center (full-size hardwood court with bleachers)

AccessToCare Fair
Saturday, March 20th, 2010, 9:00AM to 1:00PM

If you are a person of any age affected by disability, or know somebody who is, come to this enabling event to find equipment to meet your special needs. A Touch of Understanding is also looking for exhibitors and sponsors for the fair. Exhibitors please see the Exhibitor Opportunity Brochure for registration information or contact Dan Adragna at (916) 746-8697 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . Potential Sponsors, please contact Brian Merkle at (916) 770-5659 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . For further information, visit the AccessToCare Fair website, or call A Touch of Understanding at (916) 791-4146.
 
A Big Win for A Touch of Understanding!

On Saturday, September 26th, Brian Hickey was victorious in a charity race at the All American Speedway in Roseville. Celebrity drivers from many local media outlets competed. Brian, a well-known reporter on KCRA-3 has, sources state, "a legacy of racecar driving in his family". Racecar 3 scored a resounding win! He graciously donated his prize to A Touch of Understanding. Thank you Brian! We appreciate your support! Not only can you drive, you rock, dude!!

 
 

  
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