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Judy Heumann, Mother of Disability Rights: A Tribute

“Judy Heumann was a trailblazer [who dedicated] her life to fighting for the inherent dignity of people with disabilities. … Her legacy is an inspiration to all Americans, including many talented public servants with disabilities in my Administration.” –President Joe…

What’s So “Different” about Down Syndrome?

This Tuesday (March 21) is World Down Syndrome Day. You likely know that Down syndrome, the result of an “extra” chromosome in one’s genes, is associated with low IQ scores. Unfortunately, that’s all that many people know—and, for far too…

Top Ten Things Not to Say to Someone with a Disability

Today’s post is dedicated to all lovers of “what not to do” lists—and to every person or family member who lives with a disability and is weary of hearing the same old clueless, unhelpful comments. For clarity on what actually…

Happy Holidays!

It wouldn’t be the holiday season without traditions, togetherness, and laughter. Today, our BridgingApps team members share favorite activities and memorable moments. Cristen Reat, Co-Founder and Program Director: When I was a kid, I was obsessed with frogs and toads…

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Dyslexia-Friendly Teaching for All Students

Most people know dyslexia as a reading disorder that makes it difficult to tell letters and words apart. But there’s more to it than that. Though people with dyslexia typically have average or higher intelligence, they lack certain mental capabilities…

Veterans and Suicide

Although Veterans are generally respected these days (check out our Veterans Day article), they also have a reputation as a depressed lot. A stereotype, of course, but not one entirely without foundation: 11–30% of Veterans have some history of post-traumatic…

Heroes Are Human, Too

What did you do for Make a Difference Day (October 22 this year)? What are you doing to make a difference on a daily basis? If your immediate response was “nothing”—and especially if you’re inclined toward comparing yourself to heroic…

Special Challenges for Women Veterans

Although the military was traditionally a man’s world, “fighting women” aren’t an entirely modern concept. Even the ancient Greeks had their legends of Amazon warriors. And for verified historical examples, we have: Queen Boadicea of Celtic Britain, who led an…

“High-Functioning”: Blessing or Curse?

You may have heard of “high-functioning alcoholics”—people who work steady jobs and seem immaculate in public, but become cranky and ill at home if they miss a regular dose of wine. If someone hints their drinking is “a bit much,”…

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Home Emergency Preparation for the Special-Needs Household

This post is dedicated to October as Fire Prevention Month. Emergency preparation is an essential that too few people are proactive about. One Liberty Mutual survey found that fewer than 3 in 10 families had ever had a home fire…