I’ve been ill since i was 7, and classed as disabled since i was 14. been an ambulatory wheelchair user since i was 16. growing up sick, through covid, education, relationships, logistics etc. AMA 🙂
I’m 18(f) and am a wheelchair user (not paralysed) amongst other disabilities AMA
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What unknown perks do you have that is bipedals don’t ?
How do you find people’s responses to a young ambulatory wheelchair user? Have you had many bad/interesting interactions?
I saw a play last year by and starring an ambulatory wheelchair user, and she didn’t use the chair at all during the show… so just curious what percentage of your day you can get around without the chair?
Do you feel comfortable sharing what you have? I’m as yet undiagnosed but probably have CFS. I use a stick when I leave the house, but I recently got a walker that I can also use as a wheelchair when needed. The only thing is that someone needs to push it which is a bit annoying. I’ve been thinking a lot about what my future options might look like.
Do you ever spy on your neighbors with binoculars?
If a particular part of the built environment isn’t working for you, some us typicals will feel compelled to offer help. How much do you want to get past an obstacle on your own and how/when is an offer of assistance useful, welcome and comfortable?
What are some of the things that you want to achieve in life?
If you were going to school while disabled, were your classes easily accessible? The canteen, if you ate there? During COVID, some places set up remote learning for their students (through Zoom or other softwares). Did you benefit from it, and if so, did you find that helpful?
If you were homeschooled, why? Was it by choice, or did you have to?
They see me rolling. They hating 🎶
What have your romantic and sexual relationships been like? Has being in a wheelchair though high school caused any good or bad experiences with your love life?
I wonder how is school like for you? How do your classmates react to you, do you get accomodations? do you struggle with bullying for example, or are they kind about your condition?Â