Disability - page 3

‘Mum guilt’ at not being able to take my children to the likes of Tenerife, Cyprus and Greece is unbearable.

I couldn’t understand why they were making fun of him and I was heartbroken.

Vulnerable people like me are being disproportionately affected by the housing crisis and that needs to stop.

Someone, somewhere, genuinely thought that editing out disabled children was OK,

'It's devastating to have your child be erased.'

One of the main reasons for the Disability hierarchy is that people simply don’t understand how big our community is, and the complex nuances contained within it. 

A disabled woman who still shields from Covid hasn't hugged her grandchildren in years for fear it could kill her.

Behind every blue badge there is a person like me, and I wish more people realised the physical and financial impact.

The irony is that these requests often come from companies that claim to champion diversity and inclusion.

Javeno's unique gym helps trauma survivors and people with dementia.

It's not all proposals and funny birthdays.

It took me years to unashamedly come to this conclusion. No pun intended.

I don’t want a robot cleaner or teleportation machine, I just want my basic access requirements met.

'The way I’m treated always seems to surprise me the most.'

Pus began leaking from my cheek while I was out shopping.

I no longer view it as something I’ve done wrong, and I no longer feel shame.

'As harsh as this may sound, please remember after all we are a pub - and not a creche.'

'In future will keep my trap shut'

Disabled women like Penny are often overlooked - but their stories deserve to be acknowledged.

The 24-year-old has just 19% lung capacity.

There is still lots of room to improve.'

The clothes and make-up matter, but they are just an expression of the inward beauty.

Rosie thanked fans for their support.

I couldn’t even go out with my friends for a dance without having an accident.