Woman in a wheelchair sharing tricks and tips along with occasional wild stories
Photo by Kampus Production on Pexels.com Finding the right fit isn’t just about being close enough to perfect, it’s about ensuring we can be as comfortable as possible and can function properly without having to worry about building an exceptional pain tolerance. *General disclaimer that I am not a spokesperson or representative for any company.... Continue Reading →
Photo by Akil Mazumder on Pexels.com A gentle reminder for all those who need it At the start of every year, there’s always talk of goals and resolutions. What are you going to strive for? What’s your new year’s resolution? Whatever change or plan someone has decided, it usually starts off strong, but things happen,... Continue Reading →
Photo by Leeloo Thefirst on Pexels.com Systems don’t always work. And conformity shouldn’t necessarily be the answer. One thing about recalling past memories is you eventually find patterns or develop a sense of understanding that you couldn’t back then in the moment. It’s how we grow and learn to better ourselves. Looking back on my... Continue Reading →
Photo by Marcus Aurelius on Pexels.com Whether you live alone or with other people, these are things to keep in mind for yourself to make things easier. Essentially, a game plan every disabled person should consider. After high school, there were things I had to plan for when going off to college because even though... Continue Reading →
Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com How did we get here exactly? Well you see, we looked for accessible vehicles but couldn’t find any so we went a ways down and found something promising. Except that also fell through, so we ended up taking the scenic route to our destination. We missed our event by two... Continue Reading →
Photo by Kelly on Pexels.com The fact that this even needs to be said at this current point in time says a lot. And it’s not good. Recently, on one of my rare outings I encountered an issue that would’ve left me stranded had I been by myself. My parents and I were in a... Continue Reading →
Photo by Edward Jenner on Pexels.com They say trust is given not earned and yet, it’s hardly to the point of being earned anyway. Trust. One of the strongest, even most crucial pieces in a relationship, regardless of how intimate. Yet for disabled people, it’s something many of us rely on every day. For those... Continue Reading →
Whether you’re working with a caregiving agency or on your own, here are some things to consider and know when hiring. Photo by SHVETS production on Pexels.com After having experienced multiple interviews with many potential caregivers it became easier to know what to specifically ask as time went on. Here are some starting points to... Continue Reading →
Photo by Anna Nekrashevich on Pexels.com If you need to make it through the night on your own, here’s how you can comfortably get yourself back to sleep. Please note that this is not for emergency situations! If you’re in danger or in need of urgent assistance, make sure you have a way to contact... Continue Reading →
For those that need an alternative to the illustrious grabby stick Photo by Nadiia Doloh on Pexels.com Have you ever just been going on about your day when you suddenly drop or accidentally knock something over? And then realize a second later that you’re screwed because you’re by yourself and have no way of getting... Continue Reading →