Glossary of SMA Terms...Progressive weakness and wasting away of muscles. In SMA, it happens because of a genetic mutation leading to a loss of nerves...
Medicare Denials and Wonderful Nonprofits...I recently wrote about my first wheelchair seating clinic experience. Since I wrote that article I was denied by Medicare for the...reactions1comment
ABLE Accounts...Living on disability income often means living at or below the poverty line. Qualifying for assistance requires having limited resources. That reality...
Define Love...Define love. It would be a broader definition for everyone. As I moved into the adulthood phase I started to get involved...reactionscomments
Therapy and Mental Health with SMA...Warning: This post discusses my experience with mental health including anxiety and depression. Reader discretion is advised. I wanted to discuss my...reactions2comments
Frequently Asked Questions About Mental Health...Mental health includes how you think, feel, and act. It can fall on a spectrum and vary for each person. You may...
Suicide Prevention...If you or someone you know is in crisis or considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. Call or...
Complementary and Integrative Health...Complementary therapies and an integrative health approach are often used to treat mental health conditions. Complementary therapies include nontraditional therapies – such...
Coping With Mental Health: Medications...Treating mental health conditions with prescription drugs is common. About 16 percent of American adults take medicine for a mental health condition...
Coping With Mental Health: Psychotherapy (Talk Therapy)...Psychotherapy is also known as talk therapy, counseling, or simply therapy. Psychotherapy is used to help with a wide range of mental...
Mental Health Myths and Facts...There are many myths and misconceptions about mental health. Because of the stigma around mental health conditions, it is important to know...
Living With a Disability: Movie Recommendations...We asked our Health Leaders, "What good movies or television shows give a credible account of living with disability?" Here are some...reactions2comments
An Accessible Cruise Vacation...I just went on a birthday cruise on the Disney Wish with my mama! I wanted to share about accessibility and what...reactions3comments
Dressing Room Experience as a Wheelchair User: Tips and Personal Insights...Trying on clothes in a department store can be a daunting task for anyone, but it can be even more challenging if...reactionscomments
Mental Health Awareness Month...May was designated National Mental Health Awareness Month in 1949 by the United States Congress due to the increased number of veterans...reactionscomments
The Promise of Treatment...Our family journey began when Mike was five years old. After a barrage of testing and doctor appointments, we were given the...reactionscomments
Keeping Positive During Life’s Transitions...Our lives will be constantly changing. This is true for everyone. Whether you are disabled or not. Life never stays stagnant so...reactionscomments
The Mom In The Wheelchair...Recently, I had an experience I didn’t know I desperately needed. I went to volunteer in my daughter’s kindergarten classroom. I was...reactions1comment
Medical Review Board...The Health Union Medical Review Board is made up of board-certified healthcare professionals with extensive experience in their respective fields. They review...
Disability Does Not Make You Immune to Hardship...Recently, I have had a huge life transition and not a positive one. I feel society often thinks that disabled individuals do...reactions1comment
