It’s no surprise that in today’s financial climate, employment isn’t always easy to come by. As a person with a disability, you may even consider it an even more difficult task to become gainfully employed than if you were without one. But times are a changin’, and the misconception that people with disabilities are a less valuable asset to employers is diminishing. Read More →
With the New Year, comes new traffic and vehicle maintenance laws. The freedom that driving delivers, also bears great responsibility, so please see this selection of new laws for the roadways: Read More →
Making healthy choices might come with some level of difficulty to people with disabilities, but these choices prove to be far too pertinent to go by the wayside. Selecting the right foods and keeping weight under control remains paramount for people with disabilities, especially those with restrictive mobility. The last thing you’ll want to add to your plate of unhealthy proportions is a side of heart disease, high cholesterol, etc, as a result of poor diet choices. Read More →
Parking Permitted For Disabilities
Luckily, there are parking permissions in place for those with disabilities. Not only does such parking allow for easier access to store fronts and by offering closer proximity, but enlarged parking spaces also accommodate adaptive vehicles more readily.
Ready to take the heat again? Think it’s time to get back in the kitchen? Whether you miss tending to a fiery passion for food or you’re tired of day-old delivery, dreams of putting a pan back in your hand can quickly become a reality again. Read More →
Approximately 4 million veterans should find themselves with a little more money in their banks starting December 31, 2012. Thanks to President Obama’s signature, a 1.7 percent hike will be added to the paychecks of veterans, military retirees and survivors for the 2013 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA).
The days of Tiny Tim type roles that beg for sympathy are beginning to dwindle. While starring roles outshined by their handicaps can be heartfelt, the shared opinion was often one of pity. People with disabilities have played their part in providing comedic relief, as well, offering a laugh at the expense of a physical handicap. However, recent trends in movie magic have characters claiming, “woe is me, no more!” with inspiring stories, full of triumph in the face of their adverse realities. Oscar nods are populating the pool of these powerful films, and box office sales continue to reflect their popularity. Read More →
Great Gift Ideas for People with Disabilities
Trying to think of what to get everyone on that Holiday shopping list of yours can be a burdensome task. Fortunately, we have done our research to provide you with a great list of gift options. Read More →
Ideas for making your celebration more meaningful
As the year begins to wind down and we gather with family and friends to celebrate, we reminisce about our past gatherings and reflect on the year we’ve had. We all look forward to these times when we can forget about the struggles of our every day lives and get lost in the moments we wait all year to spend with those we love most. That is why it’s important not only to share food and company but to also share our thoughts of gratitude and appreciation and to take the time to actually connect with those around us so that we have stronger memories to take home. Read More →
The desire to drive and be independent can become a reality for many people with disabilities. But, just like any driver, before you can get behind the wheel of a wheelchair accessible vehicle or modified vehicle, you must receive your driver’s license.
As discussed in previous posts, a person with a physical disability must go through a certification process to operate an accessible vehicle, but before you can go through the on-road assessment portion of the evaluation it’s required that you have a valid driver’s license or learner’s permit. You cannot be denied the opportunity to apply due to a disability, but you may be given a restricted license based on the use of adaptive devices. Read More →
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