3 Moving Tips for People with Disabilities

Emily Joswiak
3 Moving Tips for People with Disabilities

Moving signifies the start of a new adventure. However, as eventful as switching addresses is, the process itself can be quite daunting—and it can be even more stressful if the person moving has a disability. These three moving tips for people with disabilities will make the process easier for those with physical limitations. If you follow these steps, you’ll alleviate some stress, and you’ll be able to focus on the excitement of the day. Enlist Help There’s no shame in asking for help when you need it; this is especially true when…

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Pope Francis: Disabled people are not in humanity’s minor ‘leagues’

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Vatican City, Dec 3, 2019 / 10:03 am (CNA).- Pope Francis said Tuesday that disabled people make important contributions to humanity, and called discrimination against them a sin. The pope added that disabled people are not members of humanity's minor “leagues.” “We are called to recognize in every person with a disability, even with complex and serious disabilities, a unique contribution to the common good through their original life story,” he said Dec. 3. “Recognize the dignity of each one, knowing that it does not depend on the functionality of…

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Autism Speaks DIY: Communicator Cards

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Pennsylvania considers requiring burial or cremation of fetal remains

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Harrisburg, Pa., Dec 2, 2019 / 12:01 pm (CNA).- The Pennsylvania Senate is debating a bill that would require the burial or cremation of human remains after miscarriage or abortion. HB 1890, the Final Disposition of Fetal Remains Act, was passed by the state House Nov. 18 by a vote of 123 to 76. It would require health care facilities to bury or cremate fetal remains not claimed by the child's parents. The bill's sponsor, Rep. Frank Ryan, R-Lebanon, said that “we wanted to craft something that was voluntary, that…

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What’s the Difference Between Autism and Depression

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Autism and Depression

Autism specifically is defined as a serious developmental disorder that impairs the ability to communicate and interact. This is a disorder that can not be cured, however, treatment can help to assist with the symptoms that come along with this disorder. Whereas, depression is classified as a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest and can interfere with your daily functioning.

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How to Set Your Special Needs Child Up for Success

Emily Joswiak

Look into Federal and State Programs The government has many programs to help you raise your special needs child and get them the resources they need to thrive. If your family is considered low-income by certain requirements—these requirements often differ by state and family size—and your child has a special need that meets a certain level of documented disability, your family could be eligible for Supplemental Security Income. This is a monthly cash payment deemed for your special needs child’s care. Your local Social Security office has information to determine…

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7 Things to Help Disabled People Make Life Easier

Emily Joswiak

So many things in our day-to-day lives add stress and anxiety, and if you have a disability, even the smallest things can bring on much more stress than they would otherwise. If you want to live a less stressful life, check out these different things that will help disabled people make life easier. Implement some of these simple changes to quickly improve the quality of your life. Set Up a Medical Alert System If you’re handicapped, implementing a medical alert system is one of the best things you can do…

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Creative Art Projects for Children with Special Needs

Emily Joswiak

Parents and teachers often use art as one of the earliest forms of education for children. This allows the kids to express themselves and to explore what makes them unique. Children with special needs are no exception—in fact, using art as an outlet is a great way for them to communicate in ways they may be unable to otherwise. You want to be sure to introduce your children to projects that are both safe and manageable. To help you brainstorm, we’ve created a list of fun and easy art projects…

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Is Tomorrow Really October 1?

Cascia Talbert

Where has September gone? Just yesterday I was sitting out on the deck drinking a glass of wine while the kids played in the back yard. Actually that isn’t true. Yesterday it rained all day.  I drank a glass of wine while I watched the Bears/ Vikings game with Chris. I am a Packer fan so I don’t even know who won that game.  September flew by.  The years seem to go by faster and faster as I get older.  Sometimes I wish I could reverse time and be ten…

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Depression is Real and I am at an All Time Low

Cascia Talbert

Today is the first day of fall and I am falling fast.  I feel like a failure and 2019 has not been a good year for me.  I am about to just give up, or better yet dig a hole and crawl in it. I just want to disappear. My misery began on August 6, 2019.  When I woke up the next morning I checked my bank account and noticed that someone stole $1,709 from me.  This person left me with $5 in my savings account and 25 cents in…

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