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Stories and Articles to Inspire, Educate and Share Ideas
This blog is designed to educate and share ideas, both positive and negative. We share eye-opening stories, advice, and resources to publicize things we don’t often talk or think about. Our goal is to create awareness and increase accessibility by making simple changes.
We’d love to hear your experiences. If you’d like to contribute to the blog with your comments, please remember to be kind to one other.
The Invisible Barrier in the Exam Room: Addressing Unconscious Bias in Disability Care
In medicine, we are trained to rely on objective data: vitals, lab results, imaging. Yet, every clinician carries a subjective filter that can inadvertently distort
Becoming Your Own Advocate: How to Start the POLST Conversation with Confidence
Once you understand what a POLST is and why it matters, the next step is learning how to speak up for yourself. Advocacy is not
POLST: The One Form You Did Not Know You Needed
If you have ever felt overwhelmed by healthcare paperwork, you are not alone. There is one document, however, that stands out for its clarity, compassion,
When My Answer Wasn’t Enough
I am a person with a very complex disability. I use a power wheelchair. My life has never been easy, but it is full, deliberate,
Why Medical ASL Matters in Healthcare Settings
Communication is the foundation of safe, effective healthcare. When patients and providers cannot clearly understand one another, the consequences can range from frustration to serious
The “Deaf and Disabled” Dudes Who Were Better Than You at Sports (And Went Pro)
It’s time to celebrate the professional athletes who looked at “impossible” and said, “Hold my Gatorade.” They didn’t just play in the big leagues; they
Opening the Digital Door: Free Accessibility Tools for Deaf and Low Vision Users
Technology can be a magical bridge. It helps us connect, create, and communicate in ways that were once impossible. But for people who are deaf,
iPhone vs Android: Which Is More Accessible for You?
Choosing a new phone is a big deal especially if accessibility is an important part of your daily tech life.
A Learning Story: Disability Listening, Thinking Beyond Our Own Experience
A deaf friend of mine recently had a medical appointment at a clinic with a locked entrance. Before the appointment, they emailed the office to
