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At Paraquad, we are often asked how people with disabilities adapt and do things differently to accomplish everyday tasks independently or with assistance. The Lens of Ability hopes to answer those questions through firsthand accounts of people living with a disability. Read more
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There is a task force called the City of St. Louis Continuum of Care for Ending Homelessness, which looks at homeless services in St. Louis and, if needed, revamps them to better meet the needs of people who are homeless and those who are at risk of becoming homeless. Read more
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When I was younger, I went to a school for children with disabilities where students in kindergarten through 12th grade were housed in one building. There was also a “special class” which meant a student wasn’t really in a grade. Read more
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People with disabilities can divide their history into two periods: before July 26, 1990, and after July 26, 1990. On that historic date, President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans With Disabilities Act into law. Read more
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On March 31, the Road To Freedom bus, which doubles as a museum about the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act, journeyed to Missouri’s Capitol to visit the advocates gathered for Disability Rights Legislative Day. Read more
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I have discovered the secret to life. Do you care to know? Are you prepared? Can you handle the truth? (You can’t handle the truth!) Read more
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Leaning deeply over the side of his chair, twisting his torso like a tightly coiled spring, Aaron Murray carefully balances the Olympic javelin above his shoulder and aims, preparing to make the transition. Read more
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May 1 is an international celebration of victories in worker rights, called International Workers’ Day or May Day. However, for people with disabilities, it is hard to recognize this day as a positive because they continue to lag behind in employment opportunities and equality. Read more
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Compassion fatigue is a natural consequence of providing care for a family member, friend or of being a professional caregiver. There are several phases of caregiving that will help you define your job as caregiver. Read more
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As the weather gets warmer, many people start planning a summer vacation. If you have a disability, planning a vacation can take on a whole new meaning. Read more