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Live It Up!
Individuals with disabilities have similar recreational interests like everyone else. Sometimes they get that nagging itch to go out and have a good time. These special pursuits vary from turning up at a club, going to a concert, to attending a ball game or enjoying a sip and paint outing with a friend. They want to hang out and have fun. Unfortunately, having a social life is challenging for individuals with disabilities. Finding places that know how to cater or accommodate their needs are limited. It’s like being a left-handed person in a right-handed world. Although there are many wheelchair accessible establishments, few strides have been made to address issues…
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Health Disparities for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Hello, hello, helllloooo!!! Frustration and anger occurs when you are faced with a problem no one seems to care about, but you. It’s like saying hello and the person on the other end can’t hear you. Or screaming at the top of your lungs but there’s no sound. Have you ever felt that way? Well, that’s how people with disabilities, their caretakers, and family members feel when are trying to get access to everyday benefits typical people have at their disposal. This an issue that has been overlooked for centuries. Research has shown both social and health disadvantages for people with disabilities. People with developmental disabilities have a higher rate…
