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See original article at Disability Community Newsletter Jan 2009 Disability Community Newsletter Jan 2009
Disabled World's Disability Community Newsletter Jan 1st 2009. What is an Online Disability Community? A Disability Community would be defined as a gathering or meeting place for persons with disabilities. An Online Disability Community would be described as a website where people can interact with one another by chat rooms, discussion areas, and other interactive social networking areas… READ MORE... What is an Online Disability Community? Home Healthcare Costs The cost of home health care warrants proactive planning and should be weighed against your budget and other anticipated expenses. READ MORE... Cervical (neck) injuries Cervical (neck) injuries usually result in four limb paralysis. This is referred to as Tetraplegia or Quadriplegia. READ MORE... Disability Parking Privileges The freedom to park in places allocated specifically for Persons with Disabilities is a privilege, and in the United States it is regulated according to law. While there are minor variations to the laws between states in America, the laws follow some basic lines… READ MORE... Medical Records and Privacy Medical records are personal matters that most people feel must be kept private. However, little do we know that our medical secrets are harder to conceal from the public eye than we think. READ MORE... Caregivers We come to the work of caregiving without any training on how to be an advocate for our loved one OR how to care for ourselves while we do this. Since this is sacred work, it requires a connection to our self, our loved one, our families and friends, the healthcare community, our Higher Power and the universe. READ MORE... Where is the Achilles Tendon? An Achilles tendon is a tendon located at the back of the lower leg and is connected to the heel bone. Achilles tendon rupture occurs when an individual tears the tendon, either partially or completely. Tendon rupture can occur in many instances and is caused by an array of physical activities. READ MORE... President Elect Barack Obama's Plan to Empower President Elect Barack Obama, in his outline of actions promised to American’s with Disabilities located on his campaign website*, stated many things that have the potential to enhance the lives of persons with disabilities in our nation. The statement revealed a four-part plan that presents the following focus areas of action, intended to increase access and opportunity for persons with disabilities in America. READ MORE... President Barack Obama's Plan to Empower Persons with Disabilities Disabled World (www.disabled-world.com) provides a large range of worldwide health and disability information. Disabled World Welcomes Health and Disability Related Press Releases and Article Submissions © Copyright 2011 - Disabled World News - www.disabled-world.com |