“Growing up with a disability, I spent a lot of time thinking about how I had to do things differently than able-bodied people,” says Patrick Bohn, a wheelchair user who was born with cerebral palsy. While certain activities proved to…
“'Caregiver' is a problematic word for lots of reasons,” says Donna Thomson. She reflects on why many people do not identify with the term ‘caregiver’. Donna feels as if the term ‘caregiver’ seems to betray the love and loyalty that…
Snow skiing is one of the most adrenaline pumping activities to do in the winter. Just ask Anthony Bartl, a C1 quadriplegic, as he shares his about his first snow skiing experience post-injury in Falls Creek, Victoria located in Australia.…
Ahmet Cunmulaj, a T5 paraplegic, gives advice and demonstrates how he manages leg spasms. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04ZMjcVIfN8 Ahmet recommends stretching your legs out every morning before getting out of bed. “...when you get up for the day stretch (your legs) out. Pull…
The Cosplay or “Costume play” community prides itself on its craftsmanship and has a collective presence at conventions and video game tournaments. “(Cosplay) allows people to show off their talents as well as the admiration they share for their favorite…
Emma and Vaughn Bennison have two children named Julian and Lucy. Emma and Vaughn are both blind while their son and daughter are sighted. The couple states that most of their parenting challenges do not come from inside their own…
Gareth Herridge, a quadriplegic, addresses the topics of love, romance, and dating for someone who uses a wheelchair. “I certainly don't believe having a disability should make a person feel unattractive or put them off the idea of dating.” Gareth…
“If I had to offer advice to anyone thinking about a new career, I would say consider tech. But also, if you can, go traveling,” says Srin Madipalli. Srin was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type II. In 2011, Srin…
Women with disabilities are less likely to undergo breast cancer screening due to the inaccessibility of radiology and mammography equipment.
Erik Kondo, a paraplegic, shows off his skills as he does wheelchair snowboarding. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ctc4ES3DEF0 The video begins by showing how Erik gets on and off the chairlift. Erik transfers onto the lift and then has someone waiting for him with…