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Disability is something that affects just about all of us at some point. If you aren’t born with a disability, you may temporarily become disabled through an injury or an illness. Many people also age into disability, or see a loved one, friend or co-worker live with it.
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Millions of young people grew up knowing the landmark Americans With Disabilities Act as a birthright. They now demand its guarantees — and even more.
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Stacey Milbern, a Warrior for Disability Justice, Dies at 33
Posted by ADA Sign Depot on Jun 09, 2020
Through her organizing, writing and speaking, Ms. Milbern was a prominent and widely respected figure in what is known as the disability justice movement, in the Bay Area and beyond. Since her death, friends and admirers have posted tributes on social media under the hashtag #StaceyTaughtUs. Some posts mention a book she recommended, others the importance of self-worth or cooperation or thinking big.
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A blind therapy dog brings joy to assisted-living residents
Posted by ADA Sign Depot on Jun 09, 2020
Baby, an 8-year-old therapy dog, is blind and had her eyes removed long ago. She doesn’t hear well, either. She has heart issues and survived cancer. But her gentleness offers warmth. Baby has become a beloved guest at Island City Assisted Living in Eaton Rapids, Mich., a small town about 20 miles from Lansing. After six years of weekly visits, she is a familiar face, even if residents can only peer through the glass. Sometimes they’re already waiting.
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Fear Of Public Restrooms Prompts Creative Solutions As Some Businesses Reopen
Posted by ADA Sign Depot on May 26, 2020
Among those who cringe at the idea is Cheryl Bowlan, 69, who is moving from California to Portland, Ore., and will be driving the 12 hours with her husband. With all the planning and packing, she only recently realized she would have to use the public rest stops along the freeway. It left her just a little panicked.
"I woke up early one morning and all of a sudden, ding, it occurred to me. Ick! Nasty!!" she recalled. "There are hundreds of people going through there every day, and I didn't want to do that."
Experts say such fears are well-founded.
"I woke up early one morning and all of a sudden, ding, it occurred to me. Ick! Nasty!!" she recalled. "There are hundreds of people going through there every day, and I didn't want to do that."
Experts say such fears are well-founded.