The AIM journal

From the blog

Stories from our programs, notes from the team, and the occasional celebration — written by the people who show up every day.

The Adults in Motion community gathered together

Perspective · Aug 2025

PETITION E-6674: Fix the Code, Virtual is Vital

Imagine paying extra simply because you chose virtual support instead of showing up in person. That’s the reality for many Canadians with disabilities…

By Shelley Murphy

Adults in Motion members and staff together

Perspective · Nov 2024

CTV News – Working to create equity in programming for disabled Canadians

Watch the full story, click here: Disability advocates pushing feds to cut the tax on virtual programming | CTV News

By Shelley Murphy

Members taking part in a program activity

Perspective · Nov 2024

Local advocate wants to change the tax code to help Canadians with disabilities save money

Our disability advocate, Abigail Murphy is taking on the federal government to fight for accessibility rights for Canadians with disabilities and virtual…

By Shelley Murphy

Members and staff at an Adults in Motion community event

Perspective · Oct 2024

What’s Buzzin with Adults in Motion – Rogers TV

Meet Adults in Motion director/co-founder, Shelley Murphy and 8 year member, Bryan Kleinstuber and hear all things exciting at Adults in Motion. Click for…

By Shelley Murphy

An Adults in Motion Kitchener day-program group together

Perspective · Aug 2024

Disability & The Importance of a Purposeful Life

For most people, feeling a sense of purpose is a key part of living a fulfilling life. Having goals, passions, and reasons to wake up in the morning can…

By Abigail Murphy

Moe and the Adults in Motion team wearing Skull King shirts

Perspective · Aug 2024

Skull King – an entrepreneur’s dream come true

At the heart of a purposeful life lies the ability to express oneself and make a mark on the world, which means something different to everyone. Take…

By Abigail Murphy

Perspective · Jul 2024

Disability Pride Month – The Flag’s Meaning

In October 2021, creator Ann Magill unveiled a new Disability Pride flag, designed to represent the strength and unity of the disability community. The…

By Shelley Murphy

Adults in Motion members at a Kitchener holiday celebration

Perspective · Jul 2024

Disability Media Representation

Representation matters, and the way disabled individuals are portrayed in films, television shows, books, and other media can significantly impact public…

By Abigail Murphy

An Adults in Motion member welcomed to the program

Perspective · Mar 2024

The Sunflower Lanyard – Supporting Hidden Disabilities

History of the Sunflower Lanyard Program The Sunflower Lanyard program was introduced in 2016 at London Gatwick Airport, initially designed to identify…

By Shelley Murphy

Members and volunteers around a table at a program

Life Skills · Feb 2024

Unveiling the Power of Puzzles: A Therapeutic Journey for a Healthy Mind

In a world where simplicity meets complexity, puzzles stand as more than just a source of entertainment. They embody a therapeutic tool, a catalyst for…

By Shelley Murphy

An Adults in Motion member tending to plants

Life Skills · Jan 2024

A Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Terrariums for Adults with Developmental Disabilities

Terrariums are miniature gardens housed in glass containers, creating a beautiful and self-sustaining ecosystem. They are not just aesthetically pleasing…

By Shelley Murphy

Adults in Motion members enjoying their day program

Perspective · Jun 2022

Let’s talk about Disability

Some people do, or feel the need to tip-toe around the word disability as if it is a dirty word by using modified language and alternative phrases. In…

By Abigail Murphy

Perspective · May 2020