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By Tracy Williams, Tracy’s Plate Diet culture puts unrealistic pressure on everyone—children, teens and adults alike—to live within a narrow range of false and dangerous ideals. It does not matter…
By Jolene Montgomery This has to be a first; the person elected Ms. Wheelchair California also works 7 shows a year for the Abilities Expos! When you see a person going as fast as…
By Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation For both those receiving care and those providing it, juggling a complex medical situation while living with a disability can be challenging. Pain management, bladder…
By the Reeve Staff, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Information Specialists, part of the National Paralysis Resource Center, are trained to help anyone—from newly paralyzed individuals and…
By Kirk Hanson, The M.A.R.C. Network In 2013, amidst the chaos of the Boston Marathon bombings, an entire city and nation emerged as symbols of resilience and strength. As one of…
By Nicole Cuervo, Springrose For women with limited upper body mobility, putting on a traditional bra can be a painful struggle and a waste of time. Springrose’s Easy-On Mobility Bra is an adaptive…
By Kristin Hartness, Canines for Disabled Kids & Service Dog Partner Almost every week someone asks me if their personal dog can be trained as a service dog. The short answer is…maybe.…
By Jenny Wise, Special Home Educator When it comes to raising a child on the autism spectrum, the environment can make a world of difference. Designing an autism-friendly home isn’t just about…
Buckle up, folks, we’ve got a podcast. Introducing…drum roll, please…the Abilities Zone with Paul Amadeus Lane, featuring none other than the incredible Jennifer Kumiyama! This talented woman is ALL the things… singer,…
By Emila Smith Smart cities are a concept that always seemed to lie somewhere over the next technological horizon. However, with the advancement of AI, the Internet of Things (IoT)…
By Holly Klamer Imagine the freedom to navigate through daily interactions with less dependence on direct human assistance; this is not a distant dream, but a present reality thanks to…
By Nadia Bilous When the war in Ukraine began in 2022, people around the world quickly became aware of the challenges civilians in the warzone would face. The global community…
