October 2010
2 posts
The 'R' Word
As a disability rights advocate I am accustomed to controversy and challenging people’s perceptions and beliefs about disability. However I was speechless recently when a waitress within the first 2 minutes of serving us used the “R” word twice.
I ordered a margarita on the rock and my sister ordered coffee. The waitress returned a few minutes to apologize that our drinks were...
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This American Life featured the Americans with...
September 2010
1 post
WatchMYLF (pronounced “my life”) is a unique career and leadership training program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with disabilities. By serving as delegates from their communities at a 5-day intensive training, youth with disabilities will cultivate leadership, citizenship, and social skills.
Delegates gain access to vital resources related to assistive technology,...
July 2010
3 posts
Anonymous asked: I am disabled with fibromyalgia, a very painful condition. I have managed to keep my rural property. I have a major issue. Weeds. I have noxious weeds. Due to my condition I cannot use chemical sprays. Chemicals cause an increase in my problems. I have been working with the Flathead county weed board and last year we came up with a plan to use the knapweed bugs.
WatchLiving in a rural community or state can have wonderful advantages. There are, however, many products and services which are difficult to receive due to distance one may have to travel for the services or lack of funding for a particular program. Situations where products and services are not readily available are common, especially when those products and services are of a medical nature. This...