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Living with DisabilityThroughout the pandemic and resulting lockdowns, the vast majority of people were forced to stay at home, often alone, with minimal contact with the outside world. Many people found some solace in onl
Living with DisabilityThe Eleventh Judicial Circuit Criminal Mental Health Project, also known as the “CMHP” or the “Miami Model”, was originally established in 2000 to divert nonviolent misdemeanant defendants with seriou
Living with DisabilityCOVID-19 is known to have had an impact on the mental health of the human population overall, and the disability community has been no exception. Already disproportionately affected by mental health c
Living with DisabilityMillions of people worldwide experience some type of chronic pain. Chronic pain is defined as persistent pain that can last weeks, years, or even a lifetime. The pain may occur anywhere in the body an
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Living with DisabilityMaayan Ziv is an artist, an acclaimed disability advocate, and the founder of a tech company, AccessNow , working to increase accessibility worldwide. The City of Toronto Access Award winner says that
Living with DisabilityIndependent living is defined as “the opportunity to be self-determined in matters such as living arrangements, transportation, social life, employment, and physical care.” For some, this is something
Living with DisabilityPeople with traumatic brain injuries, or TBIs, often experience many barriers to independent living. Whether facing seizures after a TBI or relearning basic skills, like dressing and eating, individua
Living with DisabilityOftentimes, accessibility is addressed in a silo. An employee who is disabled might need to work from home more often. A student who is deaf might seek out a specific school that offers the services t
Living with DisabilityJohn Loeppky speaks with Roxanne Bolden, Executive Director (E.D.) of Aloha Independent Living Hawaii. Roxanne talks about the challenges that the pandemic has brought to the islands, difficulties in
Living with DisabilityCamping is a one-of-a-kind experience, and it offers the chance to take a much-needed break from the bustle of day-to-day life. It's a great way to recharge, get in touch with nature, and get in touch
Living with DisabilityPediatric physical therapy specializes in services for children and teens. The NAPA Center , with its reputation as a world-renowned pediatric physical therapy clinic, provides this overview of pediat
Living with DisabilityEach year, around 1.1 million individuals worldwide participate in a traditional 26.2-mile marathon. Statistically, that amounts to 0.1% of the total population. For those in the remaining 99.9%, the
Living with DisabilityWhere do you get your information about prescription drugs? While commercials for over-the-counter medications are common worldwide, only two countries allow direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertis
Living with DisabilityHousing is getting more expensive across the United States. The number of available homes for sale on the market continues to drop as demand increases. This demand has driven up home costs to the poin
Living with DisabilitySocial Anxiety Disorder (“SAD”) is defined by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (“DSM-5”) and the American Psychiatric Association as a condition where people experience intens
Living with DisabilityThe time period from birth to 3 years old is often thought to be an easy part of life. We are almost completely dependent on others and our responsibilities are to eat, sleep and grow. However, the ex
Living with DisabilityAs we continue to celebrate 50 years of of the Independent Living Movement in America in 2022, we sit down with Shelly Simmons, Executive Director (E.D.) of the Statewide Independent Living Council of
Living with DisabilityOne of the hidden barriers to independent living for disabled people is the lack of opportunities to stay active. Whether it's American high school athletes having to sue their athletic association to
Living with DisabilityFrom overpriced water to often tedious airport security, most people have a long list of reasons to find airports frustrating. But for people with disabilities, what are considered airport nuisances f
Living with DisabilityPublic transportation provides a reliable method of transportation for persons with disabilities that do not drive or have access to private vehicles. Buses, trains, and light rail systems help people
Living with DisabilityThe American Psychiatric Association defines Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) as a “complex developmental condition involving persistent challenges with social communication, restricted interests, and r
Living with DisabilityKevin McDaniel speaks with Josh Basile, State of Maryland Independent Living Council board member, about his journey and work in advocacy, what Independent Living means to him, and how one CIL in Mary
