Columns
Editor's Column
by Tim Benjamin
The protest
on March 23 calling attention to Peter Singer’s disability
philosophy during his speech on vegetarianism and animal rights
at the University of Minnesota was a perfect example of how the
disability community can come together to voice their opinions.
I was very proud of all 50 or so of the people who got involved
and spent an evening in the cold to show their commitment to our
community ... read
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Disability Technology
Finding
the Best Wheelchair for Your Needs
by Jenni Mundl
The
Assistive Technology column last month concentrated on what to
address when choosing a mobility aid. This month provides further
in-depth information regarding finding an appropriate mobility
aid to meet specific needs ... read
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Home Access Answers
Beyond
the Equipment: When to Call an Access Specialist
by Jane Hampton, CID. Access
Specialist
Dear Jane,
I am an occupational therapist and have a patient I have been seeing who has
multiple sclerosis. I have been to his home and done training with bathroom safety
products for increased independence and safety using a manual wheelchair which
is his main means of mobility. He is able to take a few steps when he transfers
but ... read
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Living Independently
Spring
Cleaning Help is Available
by Lisa Schmidtke
Spring is almost here (ignore
the snow) and with warmer weather and brighter skies comes spring
cleaning! The task sounds daunting for any able bodied, energetic
person, let alone for someone who has difficulty reaching for cobwebs,
bending to do yard work or lifting ... read
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