Disability Studies Web Ring

According to the 2010 U.S. Census, over 22% of Americans have a "disability" (as defined below). Similar statistics obtain in every industrialized nation worldwide. Current U.S. projections are that the population percentage of Americans "with disabilities severe enough to impair their [our] accomplishment of major life activities" will increase to about TWENTY-FIVE PERCENT by the year 2020. It is quite likely that you (or someone you know) may have a "disability" by that time, if not already. This DISABILITY STUDIES WEBRING brings together web sites that contain articles, essays, papers, discussion and/or other information in support of disability rights, the independent living movement, and community living. The more you KNOW, the more you can DO. We encourage you to VISIT EVERY SITE in this webring. Here you will find a collection of truly outstanding and informative resources that will greatly expand your understanding of both "disability issues" and also of a multitude of intensely personal aspects of living with a "disability" such as you are unlikely to find elsewhere. Learn and grow stronger!!!

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Sabrina 17 Apr, 2012

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Can an Autistic child be interviewed legally by CPS without a specialist and his mother present?

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Sabrina 17 Apr, 2012

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I am asking because he has reported rape. I also am taking care of my son who is 14 and paraplegic and a child under the same man's care did this to him prior to his accident and it keeps happening and this man, my ex, keeps getting away with it...knowing it is going on!

Jeremey 16 Apr, 2012

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Having become recently disabled I have MANY questions. any suggestions would be greatly appreciated for sure. My disability limits my ability to walk more than short distances, I hurt extremely bad most all of the time, and I have times when I have to have a walker or wheelchair to move around. The house I live in is owned by my brother who as offered free reign as to the changes to be made to the house for ease of access for myself. Can anyone recommend someone in my area that helps with this this? I live in Pueblo, CO and of course I am stuck on a limited fixed income. Currently the house has hard wood floors in most rooms (bonus), but the floor in the kitchen needs help. The Bathroom also needs help with the addition of a bench and arm rails. The doorways are all narrow making it extremely difficult to get into the bedrooms or the bathroom. Again any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!!

Luke Cawdell 13 Apr, 2012

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I really appreciate your time and effort to make this article very well. Création de société à Hong-kong

4walls 16 Mar, 2012

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A Glimpse of Devotion in Cat Island, Bahamas - For the last ten years or so, Jim and I have been coming down to the Bahama Out Islands for a week in midwinter. Fernandez Bay Village in Cat Island is our favourite and now habitual destination. The out islands are sometimes called the Shallow Islands or the Family Islands, both monikers that are highly suitable. Most people living and working in...

We All Care

4walls 1 Mar, 2012

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Last week, Nicholas had an appointment at the hospital sleep study clinic. Nick has severe apnea and we wanted a current read on how often he stops breathing during sleep. We were to arrive at the hospital with his nurse and an overnight bag at 10:15pm and departure was set for 6:30am the following day. Nick and his nurse were told that someone wo...

Compassionate Care... Well, Sometimes

4walls 28 Feb, 2012

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Sometimes, it takes a long time to get what you want. Nicholas is learning this lesson with the Ultimate Warrior. We received an email from "Team Warrior" that confirmed Nick's win and asked for his mailing address so that an alternate Ultimate prize could be posted. VIP tickets for a live event in Chicago on March 23 were the grand prize and Nick ...

You CAN get what you want, You just have to WAIT

4walls 22 Feb, 2012

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As I sit and wait for the WWE phenom known as Ultimate Warrior to declare Nicholas the winner of his contest (see last post), I find that I must share this new site . Inclusion International has created a channel on Youtube for anyone wishing to upload a video about people with disabilities from around the world. Have a go, everyone!

A New YouTube Channel About Disability

4walls 20 Feb, 2012

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And Now Mum Needs a Drink! - I think it was about two weeks ago that Nick and I came upon a notice online about a contest hosted by World Wrestling Entertainment superhero, The Ultimate Warrior . Mr. Warrior challenged his fans to impersonate him in a short film, then post it to YouTube where all Warrior fans could vote. The winner would receive tickets to a live show in the S...

Nick's WWE Contest

4walls 17 Feb, 2012

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I first met Kathleen Jordan when she came to my home twenty-three years ago. Jim and I had just received the diagnosis of cerebral palsy and possible mental retardation (as it was called then) for Nicholas. As another mother of a son with disabilities and volunteer consultant to families like her own, Kath offered me information, encouragement and ...

Change is Afoot, Be Wary!

4walls 9 Feb, 2012

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A little personal, a little philosophical and a little ethical: the day to day family narrative that includes my son's severe disabilities gives rise to reflections on the ethics and economics of how to live a good life, even within circumstances of great adversity.

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withalittlemoxie 6 Dec, 2011

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Deaf Mama with two little kids, one with Down Syndrome. Blogging on disability, living lively, the heady and relentless pursuit of dreams - and maybe the perfect IPE/IFSP too.

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WebRing Support 13 Apr, 2011

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cillasluga 2 Nov, 2010

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An opinion about equality, freedom and justice, for all disenfranchised people. That includes, people with disabilities, LGBT, people of color, women, and others society tries to push to the sidelines.

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lrmidi 13 Oct, 2009

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This is the personal website of Laura Remson Mitchell. Includes information related to advocacy, disability rights and health-care reform. Also includes original articles and MIDI music.

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