Handy Information and Plans Help Physically Challenged
Author: Ian C. Langtree - View Credentials
Published: 19 Feb 2010 - Updated: 13 Jul 2010
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Synopsis
Richard Fabend is a 66 year old C6 complete quadriplegic injured over 10 years ago while vacationing in the Virgin Islands.
Overview
Richard Fabend is a 66 year old C6 complete quadriplegic injured over 10 years ago while vacationing in the Virgin Islands."I was extremely active prior to my injury. I spent much of my time in the out of doors and was a licensed New York State Guide. I have built a website which contains simple tools and ideas I've come up with to overcome some of the frustrations faced daily by physically challenged individuals. I am trying to reach as many people as possible and provide them with simple alternatives that are either inexpensive or cost nothing to be made. The information I provide is free including the plans for constructing any of the devices that are shown on the site."
Richard approaches his daily life with Christopher Reeve's philosophy; "I refuse to allow a disability to determine how I will live my life. I don't mean to be reckless, but setting a goal that seems a bit daunting actually is very helpful toward recovery."
Recently, Richard has begun doing motivational speaking in local schools trying to help students realize the personal strength that lies within them.
Hopefully, some of Richard's products and ideas will help physically challenged individuals overcome some of the frustrations they face daily.
Author Credentials: Ian C. Langtree is a writer, editor, and the founder and Editor-in-Chief of Disabled World, which he established in 2004 as one of the longest-running independent resources for disability news and information. Over more than two decades, he has written and edited thousands of articles on disability rights, health, accessibility, and assistive technology. Drawing on a global perspective shaped by extensive travel and lived experience, Ian is a committed advocate of the Social Model of Disability, the framework developed by disabled activists in the 1970s that focuses on removing societal barriers rather than on individual impairments. His writing is grounded in that framework and in a lasting commitment to disability rights, accessibility, and social inclusion. To learn more about Ian's background, expertise, and accomplishments, visit his full biography.