Arthritis is a common condition affecting more than 54 million people in the U.S. When someone has cerebral palsy, the chance of developing arthritis is significantly higher. I have arthritis, and I’m slowly learning how to manage it. The term arthritis means joint inflammation and encompasses over…
The most difficult aspect of having a disability like cerebral palsy is that people judge you by your physical appearance first. Why do you think people with disabilities typically do not have employment? Most of the time, it’s not because they don’t want to work or are…
Here comes another holiday season! It feels like summer is just over, but December is already here. As preparations for the festivities begin, our thoughts turn to presents. But choosing a gift for a child with cerebral palsy can be a daunting task. Feel free to ask parents…
Gratitude is an important part of any happiness journey. Without gratitude, feeling happy about anything can seem almost impossible. Thanksgiving seems like an opportune time to share why we are thankful this year. On my gratitude list are some big things and many small ones, all adding…
Currently, the unemployment rate is low because there are more jobs available. However, for someone with a disability, finding gainful employment continues to be a struggle. Too often, employers negatively view a potential employee with a disability. No matter how educated or experienced a person is, the focus…
Cerebral palsy is one of the most diverse disabilities because each type is different than the other. The form of cerebral palsy I have is a complicated one. I’d love to find more people who have similar experiences as mine. I have a mix of spastic cerebral palsy,…
Could you ever imagine your child bullying someone? Did you ever bully anyone? Were you or your child bullied? People with disabilities are significantly more likely to be bullied. Bullies usually choose to pick on someone who is weaker or different. A person with a disability, unfortunately, is…
Can you believe that it’s October already? I went shopping today, and I saw Christmas decorations displayed! Let’s slow down a bit and enjoy each season as it comes. October is a fun month with changing leaves, autumn decorations, and Halloween! Cerebral palsy doesn’t have to prevent anyone…
Students with disabilities are gaining access to higher education more than in the past. Accessibility laws have helped greatly, but some students require more than access to be successful. Going to college is a must for many people with disabilities because manual labor often isn’t possible. While in high…
Before reading this, recall memories where you felt complete freedom. Cerebral palsy robs people of that feeling almost every second of the day. Sometimes, however, we forget we have cerebral palsy, and we live in the moment. I had such an experience a few weeks ago when my…