Stories
My story living with Chromosome 18q proximal deletion
I was born with a rare chromosome disorder called chromosome 18q deletion. It occurs when the long arm (q) of chromosome 18 is missing. Some of the features...
Max’s cochlear journey has just begun
Cochlear implants can allow people who are deaf to receive and process sounds and speech. However, these devices do not restore typical hearing. They are tools that...
Embracing your identity: Learning to live and thrive with a disability
Living with a disability or condition comes with its own set of challenges. Adjusting to a day-to-day routine that involves a wheelchair, crutches, or walker can be...
Is it hard to get disability in Texas? How to qualify?
Every day, millions of people are born who are disabled by their birth. But what are the benefits you will get once you're disabled in texas? Some people are...
How much does disability pay in the state of New Jersey?
In New Jersey, your monthly payout will be determined if you are eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits, which vary depending on the program. Two...
Enrollment and eligibility for Medicare for people with disabilities
Medicare is a government program designed to provide medical coverage to residents of the United States over age 65. People with disabilities have different needs when...
Ways to determine your family’s eligibility for better social security benefits
The Social Security Administration (SSA), formerly known as the "Social Security Board", was first established in 1935. It was established in response to the need to...
Managing with Epilepsy in high school and beyond
When I entered high school I had a full beard and a medical condition (a seizure disorder) that wasn't under control with medication. In junior high I was called...
The right to participate in society
On the fringes of Ghanian society, a boy with disabilities struggles daily to survive. But Maclean Atsu Dzidzienyo perseveres. And eventually, sport changed his...
