Jul 26, 2012 | ADA, Attitudes, can do, Diversity, Education, Helping people with disabilities, Independence, people with disabilities |
Every year I celebrate. This day fills my heart with a mixture of gratitude, awe, and not entirely inexplicable pride. It’s not my birthday or a date when I accomplished anything impressive individually. But it is a day that holds considerable significance to...
Jul 11, 2012 | Ableism, boundaries, communicating respect, doctors, Education, Health, hospitals, medical emergencies, negative perceptions |
A couple of days ago, I spent the evening in the emergency room. Let me just say that when a stone takes up residence in my kidney, and then invites all his friends to the party, it just isn’t any fun for me. A new caregiver of mine was keeping me company. In...
