February 28, 2012
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“The Department interprets the fundamental principle of the ADA as a requirement to give individuals with disabilities equal, not better, access to those opportunities available to the general public. Of course, public entities may choose to go beyond what is … Continue reading
February 12, 2012
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Here comes a day where many feel you must go out somewhere with someone special. I agree. But what about any limitations, stares or the dreaded question of who are you going with? Short answer is, whoever and wherever I … Continue reading
January 14, 2012
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It would be easy to complain about what you don’t have. But what is more important is what you do have and what you can do with it. Check this out.
December 12, 2011
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So many products designed for people with disabilities ultimately help people with out disabilities. Take for instance the curb cut. Now you can push your baby down the street and across the intersection without waking them each time you had … Continue reading
November 26, 2011
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Chances are you know someone who has had a broken leg. Mobility becomes an issue quickly. Wheelchairs are not just for those with lifelong disabilities but also temporary disabilities. At the high cost of these items, one would be hard … Continue reading
November 23, 2011
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Rolling up to the parallel bars, I pulled myself up putting the bars underneath my arms. With leg braces locked in place, I moved my right foot forward. It took a lot of energy to move my right foot. I then moved my … Continue reading
November 20, 2011
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The point of view you take on your own needs is pretty easy to comprehend because you go through them every day. Getting up, getting dressed, going to work, and so on. Need is easy to see from your own … Continue reading
November 9, 2011
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“You’re lucky, you’ve always been disabled. I used to have a life. I used to play basketball. I used to have a regular job. Now all I have is this lousy wheelchair.” Yes, I’ve been disabled since birth. But what … Continue reading
October 30, 2011
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As Disability Employment Awareness Month comes to a close I wanted to add in a few things to consider if you as a business owner or human resources representative might consider. All businesses hate turnover because it involves spending more … Continue reading
October 2, 2011
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Let’s admit it right away, having a family member with a disability is shocking. There, it’s been said. Now we can recognize them for who they already are: a family member. Nothing has a stronger bond than family, or at … Continue reading
August 14, 2011
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North Carolina is in the middle of a big decision. High School football season is upon us again. The North Carolina High School Athletic Association ruled that 19-year-old Brett Bowden can no longer participate in practices or games as a member of the team … Continue reading
August 4, 2011
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Another year, another blast! Clean accessible port potties, flat terrain, handicap accessible trams to get you all over the airport grounds, and a warm cozy feeling by big fireballs. Yes, in a purposefully quest for flight and fresh air, …
June 23, 2011
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Mother nature has dumped lots of rain this spring and summer so far. Events like Country USA and others are turning into mud pits. So, you would think something like that might stop someone in a wheelchair? You’d be wrong. … Continue reading
March 5, 2011
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Found this video while looking for more inspirations. The video itself is over a year old, but says so much about a person, not the body. What do you do with yours? (The person, not the body.)
January 29, 2011
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Snow is a beautiful sight. Ask any snow skier. The powder is amazing as it falls. What happens after is not so beautiful. If you’ve been following the news from Wisconsin this week, you might have heard of a young … Continue reading