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Feature Writer: Megan Drummond
Megan Drummond, Peterson's Studios

Life comes with challenges and questions. Life with a physical disability comes with added challenges and extra questions..

Which adaptive equipment will work best for me? How do I hire a personal care attendant? What kinds of services are available to help me?

You'l find the answers to those and many more questions on this site. You'll also find profiles, stories, advice and much more at Disabilities@Suite101.com.

Visit the forum to ask a question or email me about topics you'd like to see covered on the site.

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Self Image & Self Esteem

In: Disabilities (general)

Webster's Dictionary defines self-image as "one's conception of oneself or of one's role." How do you define it? more...

People First

In: Disabilities (general)

"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can never hurt me." It depends on who you talk to. more...

Disabled Hollywood

In: Disabilities (general)

Is the entertainment industry's attitude toward performers with disabilities changing? more...

Summer Fun

In: Disabilities (general)

Finding accessible activities to keep your child occupied during the long summer months can be challenging. Here are some ideas to get you started. more...

Accessible Summer Getaways

In: Disabilities (general)

In this day and age, everyone could use a vacation, and summertime is the perfect time for a getaway. A wheelchair-friendly getaway is just a few mouse clicks away. more...

Nana, Can You Hear Me?

In: Disabilities (general)

How do you explain to your child why grandma is having trouble hearing him? In her book, author and registered nurse Jean Kenney can help. more...

Accessible Driving

In: Disabilities (general)

There's nothing like the feeling of hitting the open road or simply being able to come and go as you please, without having to rely on someone else to drive you. more...

Adapted Pilates

In: Disabilities (general)

This form of low impact exercise can improve all aspects of your life by giving you more energy, lifting your mood, improving your strength and building your stamina. more...

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