"There are so many stereotypes, generalizations, and myths about intimacy and those who live with disabilities.” “I was surprised by the absence of information that was available to me,” she writes. She tried books, internet research, many sources that glossed…
“People with disabilities have the same sexual and reproductive health needs as others. Talking about sex can be uncomfortable, but it shouldn’t keep you from accessing healthcare.” It’s imperative that people with disabilities know their rights to speak openly and…
Jack and Tricia have raised a beautiful family, a daughter and a son who are now working adults. https://youtu.be/4aNsnCeLbR8 “There was never any inch of fear at all when I became a dad,” Jack shares. Tricia adds, “No fear,” as…
“Life is not a bed of roses. There are always challenges.” https://youtu.be/NxZFdroPYy4 Jack and his wife, Tricia, are both wheelchair-users from Singapore. “Very important is to persevere…You have to be ready for all the…challenges in life. Important thing is to…
https://youtu.be/4teL36SluMI “I think my parents are a little more protective or worried even then they were before,” says Carrie, a quadriplegic since the age of 20. The stress and anxiety that often accompanies any disabling injury or illness impacts all of…
“In the realm of dating, more often than not, people with disabilities aren’t seen as potential partners by those who aren’t disabled." Christinne Rudd is a mom and blogger with cerebral palsy. There are many misconceptions that cloud the reality…
“My passion is simple, live life. Maximize and do whatever that you can with whatever limited abilities that you have.” https://youtu.be/QEMzzXzgAS4 Kelvin a paraplegic from Singapore is married with a beautiful son. He has also been driving for 16 years but Kelvin’s independence…
Kelvin, a paraplegic from Singapore, has been driving for 16 years and drives everyday as his main form of transport. He also enjoys the higher ride of an SUV, even though many wheelchair-users would opt for a car lower to…
Kelvin, a paraplegic, has two methods of opening double doors. https://youtu.be/2uP_Xw450es The first method, is pulling the door towards him while he’s directly behind the door (like he’s opening the door for someone). Once the door opening is big enough,…
Let’s face it. Not all online dating experiences are glamorous or successful. Alana Wallace, a wheelchair-user in her 60s, decided to give it a whirl. “Most women find online dating difficult, however add a wheelchair into the mix and difficulty…