Life with a spinal cord injury can be difficult and isolating, but there’s no need to go through all your challenges alone. Building support networks and connecting with people who […]
Category Archives: Independent Living
As winter approaches, it’s important to ensure those with disabilities are well-equipped and prepared to take on the cold season. Unfortunately, harsh weather can pose more risks for those living […]
Traveling during the holiday season can be a stressful experience for everyone, but particularly challenging if you have a disability. It requires additional time and effort to ensure that you […]
Whether going home from the hospital or an institution or beginning adult life after college, transitioning back into the community can be daunting for persons with disabilities. Our world isn’t […]
The holiday season is here, and for those with disabilities, it can be a difficult time. Familiar routines and coping mechanisms are disrupted, and family members may struggle to accommodate […]
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), “A service animal is defined as a dog that’s been trained to work or perform tasks for an induvial with a disability.” This […]
Whether your injury is new or you’ve had it for years, you may worry about it affecting the type of care you are able to receive. You may have heard […]
When we stay in our home as we grow older, it’s called “aging in place.” This is the goal of older Americans whose homes are safe places filled with fond […]
Adapting and adjusting to life with a spinal cord injury (SCI) can be difficult. There can be feelings of anger, frustration, and hopelessness, as it affects every aspect of your […]
Having a disabled senior in your life has a unique set of challenges, from navigating the health care system to social situations. We may feel protective of the person and […]