The first year or two after my injuries, I was still trying to get comfortable using a wheelchair. So, I felt like a burden. When
Category: Accessibility
War is a Disability Policy Issue
When someone thinks of a typical disability policy issue, topics that come to mind probably include benefit programs like SSI, anti-discrimination laws like the Americans
Overcoming the Challenge of Moving to a New Home
In a previous blog, I wrote about the challenges I faced when selling my property in Florida. Now, comes the fun part. The buyers wanted
Achieving Inclusivity in Science and Research
Disability identity can look very different, depending on the person. Some people who fall into the various categories identify as disabled, others don’t. Some educate
Selling a Home When You Have a Disability
I have been very blessed and fortunate to be able to own property in Florida for about seven years now. I would spend my summers
Turning 14 and Looking Towards High School
Most people think that a thirteenth birthday is a big deal and I agree. I also feel that your fourteenth birthday is just as important
My Search for an Apartment Has Begun
A new year means new goals and I’m very excited for my number one goal for 2022. I am going to look for my very
Celebrating National Mentoring Month
Growing up different from others makes life hard. Whether the difference is mental or physical, visible or invisible, you need someone who actually understands what
Creating New Holiday Traditions
I became sick and lost the ability to walk over four years ago. Since then, old holiday traditions have evolved into new one. My husband
Returning to School as a Disabled Adult
I have decided (after many conversations with my family) that it was time for me to return to school and pursue my graduate degree. For
Working on Self-Improvement
September is self-improvement month. I guess it gives us time to reflect on how we’re doing with any goals that we have made in the
Disability Mentoring
On September 23, 2021, I had the honor of speaking at Priorities for Advancing Inclusive Mentoring: A Community Briefing, a virtual community briefing hosted by