How to Manage Pets as a Wheelchair User
Just hours before last winter’s worst cold snap, a little black kitten showed up at the bottom of the wheelchair ramp in front of our home. She was so afraid,…
Researchers Weigh How To Prepare Transition Age Youth For Public Transportation
Transportation can be a major barrier to employment and community involvement. A new initiative is looking to foster independence by teaching young adults with disabilities to navigate public transit. The…
New Project Showcases ‘Disability-Forward’ Housing
Located steps from City Hall, the symphony, public transit and more, a new development where 25% of homes are reserved for people using supportive services is changing the face of…
Culinary Program Empowers Adults With IDD
Through a unique partnership, adults with developmental disabilities are learning the art and science of cooking so they can earn a food handling certification allowing them to find restaurant work.…
Walmart Enhancing Accessibility For Shoppers With Disabilities
The nation’s largest retailer is piloting a new program aimed at enabling people with disabilities to shop more independently. The post Walmart Enhancing Accessibility For Shoppers With Disabilities appeared first…
At Maggiano’s Little Italy, A Cooking Class For Adults With Intellectual Disabilities
When a mom learned that the restaurant hosts cooking classes for kids, she proposed a similar class designed for people like her 53-year-old son, who has a disability. The post…
PBS Kids Show To Feature Main Characters With Autism
In a first, a new PBS Kids series showcasing a cast of neurodiverse characters is headed to television. The post PBS Kids Show To Feature Main Characters With Autism appeared…
Delta Seeks Approval For Seats To Accommodate Wheelchairs In Flight
Plans are moving forward to allow people with disabilities to remain in their wheelchairs when they travel on commercial aircraft. The post Delta Seeks Approval For Seats To Accommodate Wheelchairs…
Disney Movie To Star Actress With Cerebral Palsy
Disney is set to release a movie centering on the experience of a sixth grader with cerebral palsy who’s nonverbal, uses a wheelchair and is pursuing an inclusive education. The…
Uber Launches Improvements To Boost Accessibility
Uber is rolling out new features to assist riders with disabilities and is adding training for drivers to help better accommodate them. The post Uber Launches Improvements To Boost Accessibility…