ShopAble

Business owners with disabilities

Purchasing products and services from business owners with disabilities or chronic medical conditions allows them to achieve independence and self-reliance. It also encourages inclusion and people having agency in our community. The more “able” we see people with different abilities, the more common hiring them becomes. Browse through the exciting variety of products and services and consider supporting these business owners when you shop.

Moyo’s Wood Arte

Local to San Diego County

Big Al’s Best

www.big-als-best.com Delicious dark chocolate almond toffee made by a young man with Autism. Greeting cards and calligraphy art also available. Purchase online or in several North County retailers.

Blissful Seeds

www.blissfulseeds.org All-natural and organic bath bombs and soaps created in Poway by individuals with Autism.

DeafBlind Potter

www.deafblindpotter.com Potter Kelvin offers beautiful one-of-a-kind ceramics for home and apparel with positive disability awareness messages, while raising awareness for Usher Syndrome type II.

DJ Noah

www.djnoaht.com Need music for your next gathering? Music spun for your home or community event by Noah, a DJ with Autism.

Inclusion Art by Katie Flores

www.katieflores.com Katie Flores, who is autistic, creates beautiful, vibrant artwork on canvas. Shop her art, tote bags, greeting cards and more on her website or Etsy @ InclusionArtByKatie.

James Cerebral Palsy

www.jamescpfoundation.org Self-advocate with Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy teaches families how to advocate for their children and to empower them to advocate for themselves. Available for training and speaking engagements.

Jasmine’s Banner Co.

Follow on IG @jasminesbannerco Top quality banners sewn by Jasmine, who has Down Syndrome, and her team of designers and seamstresses. Purchases support You’re Invited Church Clubs, an inclusive church program started by her family.

Jeremy’s Vision

www.jeremysvision.com Neurodiverse, intuitive artist Jeremy Sicile-Kira produces original paintings, cards, prints and expressionistic portrait commissions depicting your essence in color; includes a written interpretation. Email inquiries to sicilekira@ gmail.com.

Joel’s Vision Arts

www.joelsvisionarts.com Local author, speaker and artist with Autism creates books, videos and art including wrapping paper for the holidays. A portion of sales is used to fund art and music therapy for children with disabilities.

Kevin the Baker

www.kevinthebaker.com Chef Kevin Flores, who is autistic, has a passion for baking with fresh ingredients. His business provides joy, purpose and a connection to his community. Kevin partners with professional chefs for large orders and special events.

Moyo’s Wood Arte

Follow on IG @moyogazca Handmade customized art and jewelry made from upcycled and repurposed wood, metal, natural stone and other materials. No two pieces are the same. Commissioned projects entertained.

MythicArt Designs

Rebecca Siegel, who has learning apraxia, creates note cards, bookmarks, jewelry and other crafts in her home and sells at events and via Shopify. Email inquiries to rebecca@ 5Siegels.com.

Plant it Again

FB and IG @plantitagain Nonprofit recycles droughttolerant plants back into the community while training and supporting adults with disabilities. Store on Balboa Ave. sells succulent and tillandsia arrangements, and products and art from local artisans with disabilities.

Poli’s Woodcraft

www.poliswoodcraft.com Handcrafted, artisan ballpoint pens hand-turned by an artist with ASD who uses a variety of specialty woods and acrylics.

Ready Stamps

www.readystamps.org A full-service stamp manufacturer (and division of United Cerebral Palsy Association) run by adults with disabilities. On-site production (Mission Valley) in a variety of polymers leads to quicker service at a better price.

Reid Moriarty: Man with a Mic

www.ReidMoriarty.com Musician, front man for the band Jungle Poppins, public speaker, and host of Talk Time, Reid Reads, and Late in the Day with Reid and Friends. Subscribe on YouTube and shop on iTunes and Spotify. For booking, email bookreidnow@gmail.com.

Revision

www.revisionsandiego.com Creative arts program provides inclusive access to art, culture and environmental education in a creative workspace. Gift shop offers handmade items created from recycled materials by 13 talented resident artists. More items available on site (Hillcrest) than online. Their Community Contribution Center accepts good quality recyclables and new art supplies for use by artists.

Rolling with Me & Friends Book Series

www.rollingwithme.org/ book-series Margarita Elizondo writes books that teach key concepts in disability etiquette and awareness. She is available as a public speaker and advocate for people with mobility challenges.

Soap Designs by Sydney

Follow on FB @ SoapDesignsBySydney Environmentalist, soap maker and artist Sydney Pitcher creates beautiful specialty soaps for disability awareness and to support local charities, depending on the theme and occasion.

Sophie’s Gallery and Gift Shop

Photo: Jimmy Ferrari

www.stmsc.org/programs/ specializations/sophiesgallery Workspace selling handmade goods and art created by members of the St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center art program; also sells plants from their offsite garden.

Online Businesses (not local)

Collettey’s Cookies

www.colletteys.com Bakes delicious cookies (also available in gift packs), creates jobs for people with disabilities and advocates for fair wages and hiring practices. Free shipping available worldwide.

John’s Crazy Socks

www.johnscrazysocks.com Fun and colorful socks, masks and other items from a company started by a man with Down Syndrome. Five percent of all profits go to the Special Olympics. Free shipping on orders over $50.

Purely Patrick

www.purelypatrick.com Patrick, a nonverbal man with Cerebral Palsy, uses assistive technology to make specialty mixes for soups, baked goods, hot drinks, dog treats and birdseed.

Pretty Sick Supply Co.

www.prettysick supply.com/shop Started by two women with chronic illness, this website features a collection of stores that sell medical gear, supplies and accessories.

Reason to Bake

www.reasontobake.com Gluten-free cookies baked by a woman with Down Syndrome and her team. Flavors include chocolate chip, cranberry oatmeal, spicy ginger, peanut butter, lemon blueberry oatmeal or variety packs.

Special Sparkle

www.specialsparkle.com Kelly Neville, who has Down Syndrome, and her mom Karen design and create jewelry. They are also public speakers for the National Association for Down Syndrome.

Sweet Heat Jam Company

www.sweetheatjam.com Variety of hot pepper jellies and condiments created by a young man with Down Syndrome who uses his culinary expertise and homegrown peppers from Texas.

The Unseen Bean

www.theunseenbean.com Fresh coffee beans in unique blends, including fair trade/organic, created by a blind Master Coffee Roaster. Free shipping on orders over $50.

Do you know of a business owned by a person with disabilities or a chronic medical condition that’s not on this list? Email information and website to specialneeds@sandiegofamily.com for possible inclusion. Put “ShopAble business” in the subject line.

Thank you to Foundation for Developmental Disabilities (FDD) for their generous contribution towards the publication of this article. The FDD strives to help individuals with developmental disabilities live productive, satisfying lives as active members of their communities. Learn more at www.foundationfordd.org.

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