Blue Redefined, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to creating social and entertainment opportunities for individuals who are disabled, hospitalized, or in an assisted living environment. We are a public charity incorporated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Blue Redefined is currently working with hospitals and organizations around the world to spread BlueVerse.net and donate games.
I created Blue Redefined because of the profound effect volunteering at hospitals and long-term care facilities had on my life. Insight spurred by the relationships and experiences I had at various hospitals made me sensitive to a variety of issues that the disabled and hospitalized face, particularly the aspect of social isolation and stigma. The idea for BlueVerse came to me as a solution to these problems. BlueVerse is an opportunity to unite many people in a new environment, now connected despite the barriers imposed on them.
I saw that socialization and entertainment opportunities can have a tremendous, positive effect on a person’s quality of life, but are often overshadowed by the challenges disability or hospitalization pose. Because of the philanthropy of the gaming industry we are able to provide entertainment that might otherwise be out of reach, too expensive, or simply overlooked. This way, Blue Redefined is able to offer some fun and relief through the palliative nature of gaming.
I created Blue Redefined because I know it will revolutionize the way that the disabled and those in assisted-living environments connect with each other and the world. BlueVerse will be a collaborative environment that is both rewarding and stimulating for all involved. Together, Sean and I have worked through incorporation, 501(c)(3) exemption, and fundraising efforts. Moving forward, I will be aggressively fundraising and advocating for our constituents.
I look forward to working on all of the upcoming Blue Redefined projects currently in development. I feel that every day we work to improve the lives of others we improve ourselves. We will work tirelessly to ensure the disabled have the social avenues they need to become the fully integrated members of society they deserve to be.
Sean invited me to join Blue Redefined in the summer of 2007 - I gladly accepted. I have wanted to work on a project that was different, enjoyable, and could make a difference for others. Blue Redefined filled that desire.
Upon accepting the position of Web Developer and CTO, I was assigned the project of creating a social network for the disabled and hospitalized: BlueVerse. The daunting task that was presented took nearly a year to complete from planning till release; it was well worth it.
I look forward to working diligently with BR in the future, developing more web applications and portals to further the entertainment and happiness of the hospitalized and disabled.
I joined Blue Redefined because I saw an unmet need that we had the opportunity to fill. The success of the organization will improve the quality of life for many people and the opportunity to be a part of that change was too good to miss.
I joined my brother Sean and the other members of Blue Redefined to bring gaming to those who may need it most. The people Sean and I know who are disabled influenced our lives tremendously, and now I want to return the favor. I am able to arrange the donations to Blue Redefined of games and game consoles because of my history as an entertainment journalist and reporter.
I look forward to Blue Redefined’s future plans, which will allow me to become more involved with the disabled community.
I joined Blue Redefined because the services and donations it offers are beneficial to the people I have worked all of my life to help. I am a New York State Licensed Occupational Therapist specializing in children and adults with Sensory Processing Disorders. I am an expert in my field, receiving the Therapist of the Year Award in 2008 for my work in Monsey and New Square, NY. My ultimate goal is to enhance and maximize independence and accomplishment.
I joined Blue Redefined after Andrew Vigotsky introduced me to Sean Vitka. I see the tremendous potential in the various projects being implemented by Sean and his team. I was instantly drawn to the BlueVerse Social Network, since I had personally witnessed the positive effects that social media and networking had on people living with disabilities and experiencing long-term hospitalization.
I hope to use my expertise and knowledge in order to ensure that all efforts being undertaken by Blue Redefined are a great success, and fulfill their honourable purpose of helping others.