The call from her son’s school came as a shock: the vice principal told her to come in immediately. But when Lisa Manwell arrived at Pioneer Middle School […]
Accessible Travel Status: Travel Weekly
Accommodation arrangements Hotels in the United States have long been required to meet basic accessibility standards under the Americans with Disabilities Act, but some hospitality companies are going […]
Students with intellectual disabilities and ADHD: Support and advocacy
Being diagnosed with ADHD as an adult turned my life upside down in an instant. It turns out my brain isn’t broken, it’s wired differently. My brain can […]
Harmful travel disruptions affecting people with disabilities
DENVER, CO – A young blind man prepares to board a Denver RTD light rail train at Union Station… [+] Train station in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Robert […]
5 ways the metaverse will be revolutionary for people with disabilities
The invention of the World Wide Web in 1989 ultimately brought life-changing tools for all who had access to it. Tools such as online banking, shopping, and communication […]
11 disability podcasts offering advice, support and humor
Podcasts are the perfect medium for information, education, laughter, escapism and relaxation. You can listen to them anywhere: at home, in the office, in the car, on public […]
Disability, life and AD&D insurance changes
Updated July 3, 2023 with additional information on how to modify your life insurance. You can enroll in or change your medical, dental, vision, supplemental health, and legal […]
Here’s what to say and not to say when discussing disability : NPR
People participate in the first annual Disability Pride Parade, in July 2015, in New York City. The parade calls attention to the rights of people with disabilities and […]
Two challenges faced by travellers with mobility impairments
Travelers with mobility disabilities spend $58.2 billion annually on travel, but face significant challenges when it comes to finding accessible accommodations and transportation, according to a new study […]
A Brief History – Accessibility Digest – Carleton College
While curb cuts can now be found in nearly every city in America, they are a relatively recent addition to the American urban landscape. Prior to the 1960s […]