Disability Support & Advice from Peer Experts
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7 Signs You May Need a Power Wheelchair
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Power wheelchairs are an essential mobility aid for millions of people with disabilities worldwide. Whether you're going grocery shopping, spending time with ...

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Guitar Student with Disabilities and His Teacher Learn From Each Other
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When musician E.J. Simpson learned that he would be giving Duncan Haines, a student with disabilities, guitar lessons six years ago at Danny’s Guitar Shop in ...

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An Introduction to Different Types of Prosthetics for Amputees
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If you're an amputee, understanding the types of prosthetics can help you choose a device that matches your life, personality, and needs. In this guide, we ...

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Social Inclusion and Disability: Breaking Down Barriers
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In the quest for a society that values every individual, we must confront the challenges faced by people with disabilities in achieving true social inclusion. ...

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What Is Ableism? Understanding Disability Discrimination & Prejudice
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If you or someone you care about has a disability, you've probably experienced or witnessed ableism. Here's what you need to know about it, and what you can do ...

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How Systemic Ableism Is Built Into Society, and What We Can Do About It
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If you or someone you care about has a disability, you've probably quickly figured out that the world wasn't built with disabled people in mind. In fact, it ...

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What Is Internalized Ableism? Tips for Overcoming Self-Stigma
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If you're a disabled person who feels shame about your condition and struggles to ask for help or advocate for your rights, you may be battling one of the ...

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Let’s Bust These 6 Disability Myths That Are at the Root of Ableism
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Ableism -- prejudice against people with disabilities -- is rooted in disability myths and historical stigmas, some of which date back hundreds or thousands of ...

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Am I Disabled? How to Know If You Have a Disability
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If you've ever asked yourself, "Am I disabled?" this guide will help you determine if you have a disability and what it means for your life. If you were ...

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Why Peer Experts Are the Key Leaders in the Disability Community
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In the disability community, peer experts draw on their lived experiences to provide support and advocate for civil rights and equality. We have a saying in ...

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Seeking a Support Network: How People with Physical Disabilities Can Empower Their Healthcare Journeys
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Navigating the healthcare system can be an odyssey, especially for people with physical disabilities. Between juggling medical appointments, family, work, and ...

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How to Stay Fit and Active When You Have a Disability
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If you live with a physical disability or chronic illness, it can be more challenging to stay fit and active. Here are some ideas from our peer expert ...

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