Creating an Accessible Home for Everyday Life
Simple Modifications That Make a Big Difference Home is where we should feel safest, most comfortable, and fully ourselves. But for many disabled individuals, everyday routines—getting out of bed, brushing teeth, preparing a meal, or taking a shower—can be filled with barriers if the environment isn’t designed with access in mind. The good news? Accessibility […]
Disability Pride Month
Celebrating Identity, Honoring Struggle, and Demanding Access Every July, communities across the United States recognize Disability Pride Month, a time set aside to celebrate the lives, voices, and contributions of disabled individuals. This annual observance not only shines a light on the achievements of disabled people but also recognizes the barriers they continue to face—and […]
The Power of Rest for Disabled Families
Summer is often sold as a time to get out, explore, and make memories that last a lifetime. But for many disabled families, summer can bring just as much fatigue as the school year—sometimes more. Routines shift. Services pause. Supports change. And somehow, there’s pressure to make it all magical. But here’s the truth: rest […]
Accessible Adventures Close to Home
Some families pack up for weeks at the beach. Others take cross-country flights, visit amusement parks, or spend days exploring crowded festivals. But for many of us raising disabled children, that version of summer just isn’t accessible—or sustainable. And honestly? That’s okay. This week, we’re talking about accessible adventures—not the kind that need a suitcase, […]
Assistive Technology Doesn’t Take a Break
When the school year ends, so do many of the services and supports that help disabled students thrive—including assistive technology. But communication, access, and independence aren’t bound to a school calendar. AT shouldn’t go in a drawer just because it’s summer. In fact, these weeks away from the classroom are one of the best opportunities […]