disabilities

Raising a child with disabilities amid accessibility shortcomings

I’m sure most people in the U.S. have heard of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a civil rights law that protects people with disabilities from discrimination in all areas of life. It became law in 1990, and its sole purpose is to ensure that people with disabilities are…

Teaching Children That Not Everyone Is the Same

I take pride in teaching children about disabilities. The earlier they learn, the better. These small lessons can be very beneficial as children grow up and learn that everyone is different.  My 3-year-old son, Cayden, is only 15 months younger than my little brother, Larry Jr.,…