The CDC reports that approximately 17% of parents in the U.S. have a disabled child. These parents not only cope with the stress that accompanies their attempts to provide stability,…
In a recent article by Bailey Martens, she describes the struggles she and others have faced being disabled as journalists and brings light to the importance of accessibility in the…
The Peter Pan novel which J.M. Barrie wrote in 1911, based on his 1904 play, includes a curious concept about the hideout trees Peter uses for his lost boys' housing.…
The National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) recently held its Living Rare, Living Stronger Patient and Family Forum on June 26, 2022. This event took place both virtually and in-person…
Have you ever awoken in bed and thought that what happened the day before must have been a nightmare? It CANNOT possibly be true that I have a rare disease…
In a recent article by Bailey Martens, she describes the struggles she and others have faced being disabled as journalists and brings light to the importance of accessibility in the…
There is a large stigma against those with disabilities. Many misunderstand the wide diversity in disability and the success that those who are disabled can have in their lives. This…
In our 21st century world, we have become enveloped by technology. In the age of COVID-19, we are even more reliant. In an instant, so many of our every day…
If you are unable to work because of a medical condition, you may qualify for disability benefits from the Social Security Administration (SSA). The SSA oversees two different disability programs, Social Security Disability…
According to a story from the Star Tribune, being disabled in Minnesota can be a damaging affair. The state's most common method for caring for disabled people are group homes,…
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Since most people cannot truly understand the challenges faced by a blind person, then an artist who cannot see is unimaginable. According to a recent article in the British…
The Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore Park, located in Michigan, has launched an innovated program to make their park more accessible to those living with a disability. They call it…
The final film screening of "Take A Look At This Heart" This unique film looks at the rarely addressed subject of the intimate and romantic lives of people with disabilities.…
Recent news from Apple shows a new series of emojis coming with the next iOS update. The set intends to “better represent individuals with disabilities.” To accomplish this, Apple partnered…
James Moran suffers with Stickler syndrome and with it, is writing a new play to get in touch with his humanity The Assassination of Pope Urban II is a piece…
From the perspective of a mother with a child who has a serious and rare medical condition, Pfeiffer syndrome. There are many reasons why the term “special needs” can have…
When you have a rare disease, your money goes to a lot of different things that people without health problems don't have to cover. Like medicine. Or therapy. Or hospitalizations. Or...…
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