The film The Butterfly Circus provides a profound lens to examine society’s perception of disability. Historical Perspectives Throughout history, individuals with disabilities have faced marginalization, stigmatization, and exclusion. In many communities, they were shunned and viewed through a lens of pity or seen as burdens. In some cultures, disabilities were even misconstrued as curses or… Continue reading The Butterfly Circus: Rethinking Disability and Inclusion
A Reflection on Mark 10:46–52[i] Do you often make assumptions based on common knowledge or your own experience? Do you project your own feelings or attitudes onto others because of preconceived notions? We all do. Unfortunately, our preconceptions may be biased, our experiences are usually narrow, and there are always exceptions to what is “common.”… Continue reading What Do You Want Me to Do for You?
By Martin Block Searching for an accessible home requires careful planning, attention to detail, and a clear understanding of your needs. Whether you’re looking for a house that accommodates mobility challenges, sensory impairments, or other accessibility requirements, the process goes beyond traditional house-hunting considerations. By knowing what to look for and what questions to ask,… Continue reading House Hunting with Accessibility in Mind: A Guide to Finding the Right Home
“Honey, do you know where we are?” “I am not sure. I have no cell signal.” Can you imagine life without technology? The advancement of technology has radically transformed and enhanced our lives. We can access almost any information where we need it and when we need it. We can learn a new language or… Continue reading Assistive Technology: What It Does Today and What It Can Do Tomorrow
Many people have unfavorable or negative attitudes toward people with disabilities because of a lack of understanding. This blog post will explore the reasons behind this lack and how to bridge the understanding gap. Ignorance Lack of knowledge is one of the primary reasons many of us are reluctant or unwilling to associate with people… Continue reading Bridging the Understanding Gap
Olfactory impairment, or smell disorder, is an invisible disability. Olfactory impairment is often neglected because, unlike mobility impairment, it cannot be observed by others. Moreover, this impairment is often trivialized because most people do not realize how the loss of smell can affect their daily lives. Our sense of smell helps us enjoy life. Imagine… Continue reading Olfactory Impairment
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Parents often experience disbelief, shock, fear, sadness, hopelessness, and even anger when they first learn their baby has Down syndrome (DS). Some parents may be in denial, refusing to accept the news. Some parents may grieve over the dreams they had for their child. Some may isolate themselves, trying to avoid the questions and the… Continue reading Parenting a Child with Down Syndrome
