Sep 27, 2023 | Advocacy, Lessons Learned, Medical, Misc, Professional, Uncategorized
Traveling is challenging enough as a quadriplegic with respect to bed heights, doorway entrances, accessible showers, the list goes on. I always travel with a caregiver. I actually have less needs than a lot of my friends because I pretty much stick my head in the...
Jul 21, 2023 | Advocacy, Funnies, Lessons Learned, Medical, Misc, Professional, Spinal Cord Injury, Uncategorized
As we approach the end of Disability Pride Awareness Month this July, I am reminded of the fragility of living my life as a quadriplegic and all that I’ve been through. I’ve actually been thinking quite a lot about certain conversations involving tremendous giggling...
Jul 10, 2023 | Advocacy, Lessons Learned, Medical, Misc, Spinal Cord Injury, Uncategorized
Check out the latest episode of Wheelchair Nerds as we discuss the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ decision on coverage for seat elevation. There is a lot to unpack on the approved criteria and next steps, and Ali Ingersoll and Jim Stephenson join...
Jul 4, 2023 | Advocacy, Lessons Learned, Misc, Professional, Spinal Cord Injury, Uncategorized
Each day LinkedIn consistently sends me job alerts on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). I haven’t taken the time to turn off these little notifications as my plate is beautifully full in life at the moment. I do, however, find myself clicking on...
Jul 3, 2023 | Advocacy, Lessons Learned, Medical, Misc, Spinal Cord Injury, Uncategorized
I will start out by saying that this article is from a truly authentic perspective, raw, and may be challenging for some to read. However, despite my dark humor and quirky positive outlook on life there are some aspects of living with a disability that are just...
Jun 27, 2023 | Advocacy, Lessons Learned, Misc, Uncategorized
It was a true honor and pleasure to be the keynote speaker for Disability:In North Carolina this past month for their Wellness@Work to chat about the importance of health and wellness. Health and wellness for yourself, your corporation, and how to bring your best...
