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Intro
My name is Geoff. Half man, half very costly machine. I run on electricity and coffee. I enjoy escaping into history and language. Professor X was my first hero. Sports have always been my portal to normalcy and acceptance. To say I’m passionate would be a gross understatement. A fanatic is appropriate. My baseball card…
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Ease of Cable TV compared to Streaming Services
Seems like accessibility with using Cable TV was just getting better, but the rising cost of cable is causing many to "cut the cord" and go with streaming services. Is it me or does the accessibility of the streaming services seem inferior to that of cable?
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Paratransit what is it good for?
Paratransit issue Last week, I was supposed to have a doctor's appointment for a physical, which turned into getting a new injury checked out. I booked a ride with my local paratransit. The bus arrived about an hour before my scheduled appointment. I was outside waiting upon pulling up. The driver realized I did not have a…
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one+other
In January 2023, CVS Pharmacy unveiled "one+other", a beauty and personal care brand. Recognizing a significant gap in representation for the disability community in the self-care aisle, CVS Pharmacy introduced the Universal Tools collection, prioritizing inclusive design. In a recent survey conducted by Gauge on behalf of…
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Is there any reward system available in this community?
Is there?
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How to Choose a University for your Disability
How to appropriately choose a university that meets the needs of your disability. If you have a disability, choosing an institute of higher education involves more than selecting an academic program in social activities. You should consider whether a college or university you attend will help provide you the support you…
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Resource gathering: which organisations support disabled graduates in their job search?
In one of our current research projects at Open Inclusion, we are exploring the kinds of support that disabled university graduates may have available to them as they look for employment. So far we have learned about the following organisations in the UK, and we know our list is not complete! Leonard Cheshire's Change 100…
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Embracing Accessibility through Fashion
Accessible Fashion People with disabilities constitute the largest minority group in the world, yet are the most under-served and under-represented. From brick-and-mortar stores without wheelchair access to limited options on E-commerce platforms, shopping for clothes and accessories can be particularly challenging for…
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Herbalife Introduces Herbalife V - Vegan Line
Herbalife is the #1 Cellular Nutrition Company in the world! Providing dozens of things to promote a healthy, balanced lifestyle! I've used these products to lose weight, maintain weight, build lean muscle, and manage healthy skin. They've recently launched a vegan line to meet consumer demands! As time changes, people's…
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Fitness for Wheelchair Users
Hi there, Looking to get into a fitness routine but don't know where to start? Consider checking out Zuk Fitness on YouTube! It's a digital platform for wheelchair users that provides live, motivating workout classes! I've taken a few of their classes and they are great! I love that they have a lot of options - areas to…
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The Lack of Floor Seat Availability for Mobility Impaired
Have you ever purchased or wanted to purchase floor seat tickets with a mobility impairment? I went to the Mercedes Benz Stadium in Atlanta for the Beyoncé Renaissance Tour! I’ve got to say, that woman can put on a shoooow! Whew! Anyway, when originally purchasing the tickets the accessible seats were in the nosebleeds And…
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Navigating Online Maps with Vision Impairments
Voice guidance in Maps, built for people with Vision Impairments Think about the last time you walked to a new place. How many streets did you cross to get there? Which intersections were the most complex? How did you prepare before making a turn? And how did you know you aren't lost? Now think about making the same trip…
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Feds Extend Lifeline To Disability Service Providers
Feds Extend Lifeline To Disability Service Providers To help the beleaguered disability services sector stay afloat, Federal Medicaid officials say they will extend some flexibilities for home and community-based services that emerged during the pandemic. What key factors do you look for when selecting your provider in…
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8 Best Headphones for the Hearing Impaired [2023]
8 Best Headphones for the Hearing Impaired [2023] Recently, I broke my headphones long story short. I dropped them and ran over them, trying to pick them up. Who can relate? I would never consider myself an early adopter of technology. However, I do enjoy researching the latest when I’m in the market. I wanted to take this…
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Doctors visits
When you visit the doctor do you feel like your voice is heard? Do you feel that your doctor looks to other people to answer questions for you during appointments?
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Hi to all shining and brave community members! My name is Furqan Siddiqi and I am a visually impair
I want to ask, how I can be a productive member of this comunity.
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Finding the right single-use female catheter
Finding the right single-use female catheter can be challenging, given how many different products and individual needs exist. Factors such as pricing, the type of product, and lifestyle all make it difficult to determine the "best" option, especially as each person's impairment is unique. However, I've discovered that…
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Useful & stylish gadgets
Granny Gets a grip - amazing! Just ordered some attractive looking grab rails - wood rather than plastic - which is exciting enough. But to make me even happier their service is amazing. I emailed that I had misunderstood delivery times so might be away if it did not arrive on time ... got a personal reply with a solution.…
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Airlines continue with a disturbing pattern of damaging wheelchairs and other equipment.
Airlines continue with a disturbing pattern of damaging wheelchairs and other equipment. I have recently experienced this yet again. I hope my writing helps others avoid similar issues, and for those of us who have encountered it, this may be a little therapy in discussing our trials and tribulations. In a 2018 move that…
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QVC aims to tap into the disabled market.
QVC aims to tap into the disabled market. Earlier this year, QVC announced that it would be creating a new show that will center around Living” to highlight “products that simplify everyday tasks and promote independent living.” The network indicated that it is also working to more frequently demonstrate the accessibility…
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2O24 Paris Olympics & Paralympics are right around the corner.
2O24 Paris Olympics & Paralympics are right around the corner. August is a couple of weeks away, and we are one year away from the 2024 Paralympic Games in Paris. The Olympic flame for the 2024 Paris Games will pass through 64 departments — including five overseas — and 400 towns over 68 days before the cauldron is lit.…
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Adaptive Exercise Equipment
Staying Healthy Through Exercise Mental and physical fitness are a key part to staying healthy and life. However, finding the right adaptive equipment you may need or an accessible gym can be challenging. Most commercial gyms do not have adaptive equipment, but Planet Fitness has been working to provide accessible…
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Disability Friendly Kitchens
Disability Friendly Kitchen Ideas I’m in the process of designing the kitchen for my new home and I have a bunch of ideas and articles I found that I think are pretty cool. Check out this article by Kitchen Concepts for Disability Friendly Kitchens everyone can use Here’s a very cool picture of a very open layout for…
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Is anyone suffering from Long Covid and how are they finding it affecting their lives?
I got Covid in March of 2022 (thanks to partner who went out for St Patrick's Day, and brought it back as a birthday present for our child a week later), and haven't been right since. For context, I have arthritis, fibromyalgia, am pre-diabetic some months, diabetic the next, menopausal, and am starting to lose more…
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Universal Design as a new standard for all new housing construction
Did you know that Australia is the first country that will require all new construction of houses and apartments to be built using universal design principles? They seem to understand that it is preferable and ultimately more sustainable to add all accessibility features at the design stage rather than as add ons…
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Help is on the way for Apple users with vision impairment or cognitive disabilities.
Help is on the way for Apple users with vision impairment or cognitive disabilities. Last month was Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD). Apple previewed some new features in support of cognitive accessibility, personal voice, live speech, and more. The most significant update is "Assistive Access," designed to…
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Calling all artist!
Hi there! I’ve recently discovered Dot Art! It’s basically where you drop little dots to collectively make something! Hope that makes sense… anywho, it’s been very relaxing and helps to take my mind off of things! I think this would be great for everyone! However! I’m concerned with accessibility for everyone! Being that…
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Promoting Inclusive Beauty Brands for People with Disabilities
In today's society, the beauty industry plays a significant role in shaping societal standards of attractiveness. However, these standards often fail to recognize and cater to the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities. Inclusive beauty brands that prioritize accessibility and representation can contribute to…
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It’s time to go to Greece!
Hey y’all! Have you been able to check this out on LinkedIn?! https://www.linkedin.com/posts/annzaslowrethaber_inclusivityispower-inclusiveworkplace-community-activity-7077615808960462848-ybn9?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_ios
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Self-Advocacy
When I went to college for the first time, it was a bit of a shock! All of a sudden, I was responsible for everything about my life, including requesting disability accommodations from my professors. This required a great deal of self-advocacy on my part, which I wish I had been better prepared for during my high school…