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Disability Issues
Ask questions here about types of disabilities whether mental or physical and the laws that protect the disabled.
1,016 Questions
Who is the inventor of doggy wheelchair?
a man called arther Thompson (my grandad) we had a disabled dog and he invented a wheelchair we tried to tell people but no one listened to him about it so that's why you have never heard of him and this was in about 1965
At what age do most children with duchenne use a wheelchair?
Well, it depends on how long they've had the disease and how much the persons illness has affected their muscles. Each person diagnosed with this illness is different in the book "See ya Simon" by David Hill "Simon" was diagnosed when he was four, was on crutches by seven and in a wheelchair by ten, then died in his mid-late teenage years.
How many NYC subway stations have wheelchair access elevators?
The short answer is that 69 of New York City's subway stations have wheelchair access elevators.
New York City has 468 subway stations, although the number is reduced to 423 if stations that are connected to each other are not counted separately (such as the Atlantic Avenue Station and the Atlantic Avenue-Pacific Street Station, or the 42nd Street-Times Square Station and the 42nd Street-Port Authority Station).
Of these 468 stations, 73 stations have amenities for people with ambulatory disabilities: 32 in Manhattan, 9 in the Bronx, 18 in Brooklyn, and 14 in Queens. There is no subway service on Staten Island.
Of these 73 stations, 69 stations have elevators for wheelchair access: 32 in Manhattan, 9 in the Bronx, 16 in Brooklyn, and 12 in Queens.
So, all of the accessible stations in Manhattan and the Bronx have elevators, and almost all of the accessible stations in Queens and Brooklyn have elevators. The few that don't have elevators are those which don't need them, because they are at street level, or because they have ramps that serve just as well.
A full list of the accessible stations, as well as detailed descriptions of the specific amenities each one offers, can be found at the Related Link below. Click "Accessibility" in the top right corner of the page for the Accessibility main page.
Note that the accessible stations are not necessarily fully accessible: for example, the 49th Street Station on the N-Q-R-W (the yellow line) is wheelchair accessible only on the Uptown side, not the Downtown side. The 50th Street Station on the C and E (of the A-C-E, the blue line) is accessible only on the Downtown side, not the Uptown side. The 14th Street-Union Square Station is serviced by the L train (the grey line), the N-R-Q-W, and the 4-5-6 (the dark green line), but it only has accessibility to the L and N-R-Q-W. And the elevators at the World Trade Center Station are not in service due to long-term construction.
Additionally, the passageways that connect certain stations are not always accessible. For example, the passageway that connects the 51st Street Station and the Lexington Avenue-53rd Street Station is wheelchair accessible, but the passageway that connects the 42nd Street-Times Square Station to the 42nd Street-Port Authority Station is not.
So, if you are planning a trip to New York City and you will need walking-disabled access to the subway, you will need to check the list of accessible stations to find out exactly which parts of the station are accessible and what kind of accessibility is provided.
Sara-Elizabeth Clark was born February 1, 1995. At 16 months old Sara-Elizabeth was diagnosed with Idiopathic Benign Childhood Epilepsy. She is currently seizure free and has used her experiences with epilepsy to become a grass root advocate for epilepsy. Sara-Elizabeth seeks to break all social stigmas associated with epilepsy and speaks to adults and children around the county and shares her thoughts on how growing up is difficult in itself but if you see tour difficulties as opportunities rather than burdens, there is no limit to the positive impact you can have on your community, no matter how old you are. Sara-Elizabeth is proof of this fact. To date she has raised over $50,000.00 for her charity with her fund raising and educating events which include: Four Walks, One Race, Regional print, radio and television ads, a breakfast, local and National radio programs, visited Washing D.C. to speak with her Representatives on two occasions, Been published in a national magazine, and had a book written and publishes about her work called "Being Sara". Sara-Elizabeth's Websitewww.itsnotwhoiam.com is the best way to reach her.
Why does God punish people at birth by allowing them to be born handicapped or deformed?
I wasn't punished at birth as you call it, I went the first 55 years of life with legs, and normal, now they are both cut-off from a bike wreck. Now after knowing how it once was, and being handicapped at this point, I prefer being normal obviously, but I can't say I was punished, cause I hadn't done anything to deserve that, accidents happen, you just continue as best as possible.
How does the Americans with Disabilities Act affect employment?
Employment. Businesses must provide reasonable accommodations in all aspects of employment to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities.
Does workman's comp pay for a wheelchair and all other needs for daily living?
Workman's comp does pay for a wheelchair and other needs for daily living. A person is entitled to unlimited medical treatment for work injury.
Can drug addicts collect Social Security disability?
if you can prove that the addiction has caused you to be socially isolated or has caused medical problems...and yes according to the human rights code drug addiction is considered an addiction...but the social benefits tribunal has not acknowledged the human rights code in their decisions..Two alcoholics have taken it all the way to the supreme court and the court ruled it is an addiction according to the human rights code and that the social benefits tribunal has to take the human rights code into consideration in all future appeals or decisions..hopefully this is helpful
Technical Answer
Generally, no. Neither drug addiction nor alcoholism are classified as disabilities under SSA guidelines unless they are accompanied by another qualifying condition.
Under Title II federal law, drug addiction and alcoholism are treated differently than other disabilities. According to 42 U.S.C. §423(d)(2)(C), if a medical condition is caused or aggravated by addiction:
"(C) An individual shall not be considered to be disabled for purposes of this title if alcoholism or drug addiction would (but for this subparagraph) be a contributing factor material to the Commissioner's determination that the individual is disabled."
While drug addiction and alcoholism are both disabling, as of 1996, federal law prohibits SSA from granting disability to anyone whose primary disability is a substance abuse disorder, or to anyone whose disabling condition would not meet the test for severity if the person stopped drinking or using drugs.
Once substance abuse has created irreversible damage that is not expected to improve if the person stops abusing, the condition becomes eligible for disability coverage if it prevents the person from engaging in Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA). SGA is often defined as being able to work full-time, but the SSA places a low ceiling of $1,000 per month (or $1,640, if blind) on wages considered evidence of SGA.
Conditions that may be approved with co-occurringsubstance-abuse problems, if they meet the SSA guidelines for severity include: "organic mental disorder, gastritis, seizures, liver damage, peripheral neuropathies, depression, anxiety, pancreatitis, or personality disorders."
Why is the seat of a wheelchair important?
Lack of proper seating leads to pressure sores, chafing, and skin breakdown. Choice of the right seat is one of the most important decisions in fitting the wheelchair.
Is plantar fibromatosis ledderhose disease considered a disability?
After having surgery to remove a plantar fibromatosis is a person able to stand 8 hours as a cashier? If not what is to be expected along the way during recovery >walking, standing? Sorry, but no chance you'll be standing until at least 3 weeks after the surgery. The tumor is amongst tendons that provide structure to your foot; it is very important that they fully heal, with zero weight bearing. You'll be on crutches 100% of the time for the first three weeks, when you doctor will reassess you. It will be at least two months before you are fully walking on both feet.
Plantar Fibromatosis is usually Ledderhose disease (not always, though). Your doctor can tell you if it's Ledderhose. Certainly after the surgery, you will be disabled for about two months. If the tumors are larger, or there are more of them, you might be disabled for longer. Certainly, your life will be altered after your first tumor.
How many people in wheelchairs are looking for friendships?
All of them. humans crave connection with other humans.
How are a motorcycle and a wheelchair alike?
They both have 2 wheels and both are vehicles. Also both have a seat/cushion and both help to take you places.
What causes Wheelchair tire noise?
There could be a few reasons. 1 - something is rubbing on it 2 - the surface that the tires are rolling on 3 - you ran over a cat or 4 - the brakes are on
What is the hcpcs code for wheelchair ramp?
K0813 Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, portable, sling/solid seat and back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds
K0814
Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, portable, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds
K0815
Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, sling/solid seat and back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds
K0816
Power wheelchair, group 1 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds
K0820
Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, portable, sling/solid seat and back, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds
K0821
Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, portable, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to
When did terry fox won the wheelchair basketball award?
Terry Fox won the Wheelchair Basketball Award in 1980. This recognition came after he had already begun his famous Marathon of Hope, raising awareness and funds for cancer research. Despite facing significant challenges due to his illness and disability, Fox's determination and impact on sports and charity have left a lasting legacy.
How does nonverbal communication affect a person?
It depends on what the communication was and the person that noted the communication.
Ripley's Believe It or Not dean Cain in wheelchair?
Dean Caine is not in a wheelchair. I am watching him on The Talk, and he is walking just fine. :)
Can electric wheelchairs go through lawn?
Though an electric wheelchair is suited for uneven surfaces, they are not generally recommended for use on lawns. Some grasses, like St. Augustine, have longer runners that can get caught in the wheels. Also there is a danger of the electric wheelchair getting stuck in high grass or mud.
Can you have PTSD receive VA disability and still be in military Reserves?
Yes, you can only collect payment for one or the other on any given day though. If you only do your weekend MUTA 4 training in a month, you will only receieve a prorated amount for your disability (26 days). If you do more Reserve training, it is even les disability compensation.
How does a person become a 'parasite'?
They don't. There may be people with disabilities who depend on others to provide for them, but that is not called parasitism, it is called civilization.
Sometimes people are out of a job or unable to work and bullies will call them parasites because they also depend on our human civilization to lend a hand.
Sometimes a person may call another a parasite, but they are just being unkind.
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