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My Life, My Way, With Help
Thanks to Steve Way for this post idea. CW: Ableism Independence is a cornerstone of society. From the time we are young, we are encouraged to do things for ourselves. When someone needs help, whether public or personal, society is quick to label them as lazy or tell them they need to work harder instead…
The Fight to Stay Home
CW: Institutionalization Going to the bathroom at night is a challenging task for Issac Wide. Movement is a challenge. His daily routine is built upon a care system designed to maintain his safety and dignity. That routine has been compromised lately, and he feels his dignity waning. The safety and care he has relied on…
The Children the System Overlooks
CW: Foster Care & Death Two young boys died recently while in the care of Arizona’s Department of Child Safety —Christian Williams, 15, and Jakob Blodgett, 9—both of whom had Type 1 diabetes. Their families are now calling on the U.S. Department of Justice to investigate whether the system charged with their care failed to…
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