Find commonalities before thinking about differences. Common ground is the base of all human connections; once you’ve found something in common, then you can deal with the differences. For example, a person in a wheelchair may use a wheelchair lift and hand controls to transport into a car and drive. Rather than thinking about how you and this person drive differently, focus on the commonality: both of you drive. In this instance, the difference doesn’t matter. The post See the person not the disability appeared first on Disabled Friends ..read more

We hope that you and your loved ones are safe and well. We understand that this is a worrying time for everyone, especially for those affected by epilepsy. Read more from Epilepsy Action The post A coronavirus and epilepsy update appeared first on Disabled Friends ..read more

This government hugely values disabled people and is committed to ensuring that disabled people are supported during this challenging and worrying time. Read more… The post Supporting disabled people through the coronavirus outbreak appeared first on Disabled Friends ..read more

Join us and help us spread awareness and increase acceptance. World Autism Awareness Week aims to draw attention to the 700,000 people living with autism in the UK both to educate those unaware of the condition, and to help make the world friendlier to those who are affected by it. The post World Autism Awareness Week 30 March – 5 April 2020 appeared first on Disabled Friends ..read more

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