Anyone with a disability knows that finances are one of the most stressful parts of a disability. The burden of health insurance, co-pays, supplies not
Last summer, I found myself continually going over my budget for groceries. I hadn’t changed anything; the cost of food had gone up. Typically, a
The trip to Honduras, where I facilitated a three-day conference on the emotional and spiritual impact of disability, went beautifully. For a quick overview, you
Dear Personal Care Attendant, I’m writing this letter concerning the events of the past two days. You changed plans. Then canceled. Let me first say
After speaking in Rome, I wondered how I could experience wheelchair-accessible tours, enjoy Rome (in January), manage the cost, and celebrate with friends. After all,
After a spinal cord injury, one thing we might lose is holiday traditions. Over the years, I’ve learned traditions change with time as well. The
After agreeing there’s a lack of diversity and inclusion of disability in the media, I found myself trying to be a small part of the
For months I’ve been going. Going. Going. I was exhausted. I knew I needed a rest. Not just sleep (which I was getting), but a
In the article How I Find, Hire and Keep a Great Care Attendant, I walk through options for finding a good—hopefully great—personal care attendant or
Throughout decades with a spinal cord injury, peer mentors have taught me the “tricks of the trade” of transfers, bladder and bowel care, dressing, the
I’ve been holding my tongue on this topic for a long time. Why? Because it gets me fired up. Let’s call it a righteous anger.
A lot has happened since my last update. I flew home. Then less than two weeks later I flew back to Florida.
Taking a dance lesson took more courage than any other physical activity I’ve attempted. Yes, I row and play tennis and wheelchair rugby. I’ve tried
Well-fitting clothes for wheelchair users can be challenging after a spinal cord injury. The good news is I’ve discovered quite a few things that work
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