Families of children with disabilities (CWDs) probably know the fear and insecurity that surrounds the first moments when they discover their child’s condition. For many, these doubts may cloud their decision-making. Occupational therapist and life coach Sid Hamid believes that…
With over a decade’s worth of experience and strong work ethic, it’s no wonder that Tay Wei Ming is one of Singapore’s best para badminton players. Wei Ming has Erb’s palsy, which has resulted in paralysis in his right arm.…
Jasmine took an incredible three-week-long vacation down to New Zealand with her friend and her carer. She went on a road trip around the north region of New Zealand (Auckland to Wellington). “As a massive Tolkien fan, and an environmental…
Have you ever caught yourself staring at someone because you were curious about them and/or their situation? What did you do after they caught your attention? Did you introduce yourself and start a conversation? Or, did you just continue to…
“In the realm of disability and family, we talk most often about mothers,” says Donna Thomson, who is the primary caregiver for her son, Nicholas, who has severe cerebral palsy. But lest we not forget the important roles our…
A new change is upon the fashion world. Led by the collaboration between Runway of Dreams and Tommy Hilfiger, a line of adaptive clothing for children is being introduced in mainstream fashion. Mindy Scheier, the founder of Runway of…
Although Curtis Palmer is an active para athlete, he admits that he is not the biggest fan of heading down to big, major gyms to accomplish his fitness regime. “Even for veterans like myself who have been using a wheelchair…
After much trial and error in the dating world, Jon has developed a new outlook on love and relationships, particularly after meeting his now-wife, Lisa. Born with spina bifida, Jon uses forearm crutches daily. And over time, he realized that…
If you are looking for a vacation spot to pamper yourself, look no further than Dubai! Dubai has been lauded for its lavish lifestyle experience, ranging from luxury hotels to extravagant shopping centres to a dynamic nightlife scene. It is…
“There are no physical limitations to his creative mind,” said Jason Peaks, director of campus ministries, of Brandon Vera. Brandon has arthrogryposis multiplex congenita, also known as AMC. He has freshly graduated from Regent University, lauded as Regent’s 2016 Outstanding…