Minnesota winter is in full swing! Our house is surrounded by icicles, snow and ice! While we outsource the job to plow the driveway, both my husband and I are full-time wheelchair users and for the first winter as home owners, we were pretty stuck. As winter takes over in Minnesota, the ground is coveredContinue reading “Best Tips for Using a Wheelchair in Snow and Ice”
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Loving Myself and Living Life in My Quantum Wheelchair
It’s Valentine’s Day season once again. While I was hoping to be spending this holiday with my special someone, some changes occurred and I am once again single. I find it kind of ironic that this happened to me during a time when “Flowers” by Miley Cyrus is number one on the Billboard charts. ItContinue reading “Loving Myself and Living Life in My Quantum Wheelchair”
Top Ways to Celebrate Black History Month
February is Black History Month. In honor of the contributions African Americans have made to this country, we’ll explore the origins of Black History Month, highlight influential African Americans throughout history and provide a few ways to celebrate the month. The Origins of Black History Month In the summer of 1915, Dr. Carter G. WoodsonContinue reading “Top Ways to Celebrate Black History Month”
Donating Wheelchairs and Giving the Gift of Mobility
Previously, I wrote a blog about my incredible experience visiting Peru. I went with the charity, Chair the Hope. We delivered wheelchairs to those that don’t have access to mobility equipment and need it. It made me very grateful that I have never had to worry about how I would get somewhere. I never worriedContinue reading “Donating Wheelchairs and Giving the Gift of Mobility”
Assistive Technology Gives Me Greater Independence
Assistive technology has had a tremendous impact on my daily life and how I function. I’m using it right now to write this blog post! Here are a few ways that assistive technology helps me as a student, a therapist and allows me to live a more independent life. Assistive Technology in My Work andContinue reading “Assistive Technology Gives Me Greater Independence”
How the Straw Ban Impacts People with Disabilities
Drinking straws are assistive device that help many people with disabilities drink safely, but there has been a push in recent years to ban single use straws. Plastic single use straws are one of the top forms of waste in our oceans. They pollute the earth and harm the ocean’s wildlife. When thinking about theContinue reading “How the Straw Ban Impacts People with Disabilities”
People with Disabilities and Preparing for Winter Weather
In my previous blog, I explained some of the reasons as to why people with disabilities may be more susceptible to cold weather and need to take extra precautions. So, what can people with disabilities do to prepare for extremely cold weather? Here are some tips. Dress in Layers Wearing layers can help keep youContinue reading “People with Disabilities and Preparing for Winter Weather”
There is Life After a New Disability Diagnosis
When I was first diagnosed with a disability and realized I could no longer walk, it hit me like a ton of bricks. I was diagnosed with an auto immune disease that attacks your muscles. I lost 50 percent of my muscles in my legs and arms. For what seemed like an eternity was onlyContinue reading “There is Life After a New Disability Diagnosis”
How Extreme Weather Threatens People with Disabilities
A few days before Christmas, our area was hit with an arctic blast that dropped temperatures well below zero. On the first morning of the flash freeze, we woke up to a cold house. Our furnace wasn’t working. I am so incredibly fortunate that my cousin is an HVAC expert and was available to comeContinue reading “How Extreme Weather Threatens People with Disabilities”
My Trip to New York City to Celebrate My Mom’s Birthday
I take birthdays very seriously. I am the first person to plan surprise parties for my loved ones and go way over the top in any way I can. So, this year, when my mom turned 60, my husband and I decided to take her to New York City to celebrate. We told her sheContinue reading “My Trip to New York City to Celebrate My Mom’s Birthday”