I am a native New Yorker. Every year, when it starts to get cold, I follow the birds and migrate south for the winter. The
Tag: Accessibility
Universal Design
When we talk about accessibility in the United States, we often talk about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and if we are lucky, the
the Accessible Outdoors
I have to admit I was a bit saddened by the thought that the pandemic could mean this summer might pass by without any chances
My Favorite Apps
One thing to be grateful for during this pandemic is technology. When we’re all staying home, it’s great to have a smart phone with tons
Benefits of Adaptive Clothing
Everyone has their sense of style. Adaptive clothing can mean almost anything. What works for one person may not work for another. My clothes are
Celebrating ADA 30
This year I was a bit bummed that all the big, in-person celebrations for the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act were canceled due
Community Involvement
From a young age, I have always been involved with things that make my community and the people around me better. Making a difference and
How I Work with iLevel
I currently work in the automotive finance industry. I have been in this field for the last eighteen years. I love it for many reasons,
Life in St. Louis
In St. Louis, we have lot of public-funded open areas and activities that are outside and very accessible to people in power wheelchairs, manual wheelchairs
Protesting Tips for Wheelchair Users
As an organizer who has been fighting for Disability Rights and other civil rights issues for more than a decade, I have learned a lot
Accessible Playgrounds
With all that’s happening in the world right now, I’m trying to remember the happy things that we can look forward to doing when this
Favorite Accessibility Devices
Every person with a disability knows that adaptive equipment like wheelchairs and standers are essential to for daily living, but what about the items that