Maybe you’re in a wheelchair. Maybe your friend, coworker, or partner is in a wheelchair. Whatever the case, you’re probably pretty aware that the world isn’t the friendliest place for people with accessibility and mobility problems. The only way to ...
Read MoreOne of the greatest resources available for any individual in this country is access to a continued education after high school. Going to college can help open new opportunities for careers and for understanding what you want out of life as you grow ...
Read MoreWhen able-bodied people think about the lives of people with disabilities, they often see the disability first and consider only the practical challenges, such as how to navigate with a wheelchair. What they don’t often see are the many social difficulties...
Read MoreIt doesn’t take much to notice the lack of diversity and representation within the disability community. And once you do notice it, the trick is to not let it drive you completely crazy. The trick is to find productive ways to combat stereotypes and ...
Read MoreThe summer heat abates, the leaves turn and a comforting chill fills the air. When these signs appear, it’s time to get ready for fall. In an able-bodied world, not everyone remembers to keep hayrides and bonfires accessible to all. That doesn’t mean...
Read MoreIt’s an able-bodied world, full of able-bodied people who don’t necessarily think about things in an accessible way. The Americans With Disabilities Act changed the face of business for a great many members of the disability community, but microaggressions...
Read MoreService animals aren’t just for people who experience seeing or hearing-related disabilities. A brand new breed of guide dogs are available to assist anyone with limited mobility. From picking things up to delivering needed extra stability, these boon...
Read MoreChronic pain is persistent, nagging, uncomfortable, and life-disrupting. And people with disabilities often experience it. In Western medicine, it is common for medical professionals to treat symptoms of chronic pain with medication without a long-term...
Read MoreWhether in middle school, high school, or college, students experience a lot of stress on a day-to-day basis as they try to keep up with their classwork. Students with limited mobility face additional obstacles on a daily basis. However, when it’s their...
Read MoreMost people will find themselves needing a little extra help as they age. According to an AARP survey conducted in 2018, three out of every four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their own homes and communities as they age. For many people, the...
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