For those of us with disabilities, the lyrics of an old Gershwin song, "Summertime, and the living is easy", ring only partially true. Yes, the lack of snow and ice makes getting around in a wheelchair and with a guide dog easier for my husband Sandy and me, but the reality is that getting...
I am usually the first person to support training for people who are blind. I worked as a rehabilitation teacher for several years, and I thoroughly enjoyed teaching people who were new to blindness how to cook, read and write braille, and make use of assistive technologies. I encouraged all of my students...
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Penny For Your Thoughts
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PennyRdr
on 07-13-2009
Filed under: orientation and mobility, blind, guide dog, white mobility cane, tongue clicks, echolocation, dolphins, training, University of Alcal de Henares, bats
"It's a funny thing about disability, "I commented to a blind friend recently as we discussed my newly-diagnosed lymphedema. On one hand, having a significant disability forces those of us who live with chronic illness and disease on a daily basis to realize that we are vulnerable; all...
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White Cane, Wheels, and Woofs
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sallyrosen
on 06-24-2009
Filed under: guide dog, lymphedema, coping skills, retinopathy of prematurity, polio, chronic illness, occupational therapy, aging with a disability
Apparently, it takes a village of willing assistants and on-campus support, as well as some pretty amazing determination, and a spirit of adventure. Read this article about some of the students at Whitworth University, and the people and policies that are helping them to succeed. Disabled students find...
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BusyBee
on 05-26-2009
Filed under: Accessibility, guide dog, academic challenges, Amyoplasia Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita, computer software with voice commands, digital recordings, hard of hearing, student who is blind, power chair, physical disabilities, help with personal care, accommodations, Whitworth University Career Services, amplification device, Educational Support Services, orientation and mobility specialist, required disability documentation, automatic door, elevator, video magnifier