Many times, us wheelchair drivers accidentally crash into a stranger on the street. There may be times when we cut you off on the sidewalk without realizing it (or maybe we do realize it). And believe it or not, when those things happen, it’s our fault!
Too often, when we run somebody over, we are told “sorry” by the victim. Instead, we should be the one apologizing. The fact is, we don’t always bother to look where we’re going, and just because we use a wheelchair doesn’t mean we shouldn’t be held accountable for our actions. By apologizing when we’re the ones at fault, somebody is unknowingly portraying the idea that we have no control over our actions.
Treat us the same
The point is, strangers should treat individuals in wheelchairs the same way they would treat everybody else. For instance, we don’t expect you to hold the door open for any other reason than common courtesy. I mean, if you have a stroller, a family of seven, or if you’ll unintentionally block the doorway yourself while holding it open, then by all means head on through! We’ll take care of it ourselves. If you do want to help by holding the door open for us, stand on the outside of the door. That will clear the way for us to pass through and won’t lead to a traffic jam as you block our path. Continue reading It’s Not Always Your Fault
I’m writing this as a response to an email I received. On the face of it, the question is simple: “What is the best wheelchair for dancing?” The answer is unbelievably difficult and yet really simple.
Earlier this summer 
