Challenging Ableism, Owning My Disability
Fact checked by Jim Lacy I’ve spent most of my life trying not to inconvenience people. After I lost my leg at age 9 due to complications from bone cancer, I began a lifelong mission to “pass.” “Passing” is the act of a minority blending into the majority, either intentionally or not. This could look […]
Owning Disability
By talking about their differences, children can self-advocate and build confidence Tommy O’Leary appreciates a good joke. Occasionally, when a curious kid asks about his prosthetic leg, he says a shark attacked him. To Tommy, the made-up version is more exciting than the real story. MaryKay O’Leary, Tommy’s mom, feels differently. She reminds him that […]
Healthy Living for People with Disabilities
Adaptive approaches help address high obesity rates While obesity is one of the biggest health concerns in many communities, people with disabilities suffer from obesity more than their peers. Because of physical limitations, they can find it more difficult to eat healthy, control their weight and be physically active. This can start a vicious cycle, […]
How to get insurance if you can’t work
As you approach your final 10 or so years of work, did you ever think how you’d pay the bills if you became seriously ill for an extended period? Whether you are self-employed or work for a company, perhaps you should consider a long-term disability insurance policy. Such a policy protected Steve Silverman’s income when […]
