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What moral and social accommodation have been made for disabled people?

Over time, societies have made various moral and social accommodations for disabled people. This includes developing laws and policies to protect their rights and ensure equal access to education, employment, and public spaces. There has also been a shift towards promoting inclusive attitudes and practices, such as designing buildings with accessibility features and fostering a more inclusive culture that values diversity and inclusion.

What are the disadvantages of lip reading?

disadvantages can be that if they put their hand in front of their mouth then the listner which is trying to communicate will not understand but the person that was trying to communicate with their hand in front of their face with a disability will not know and understand that.

Can your ex wife get money from your disability?

can my ex wife collect my police dept disability pension? when we were divorced she was awarded a percentage but subsequently I have been injured and will be collecting a disability pension instead.

I am having trouble deciding which university to go to?

This is not easy to answer. It depends on several factors that are specific to you and your situation.

Here are 6 factors to consider when choosing the college or university you should go to:

  • Geographic Location
  • Academic Quality
  • School Size
  • Overall Cost
  • Campus Environment
  • Resources and Support Systems

Geographic Location

Location is by far one of the most significant factors in choosing a college.

Academic Quality

Despite what people want you to believe, no school can offer the best programs in all fields of study.

School Size

While small schools may not offer as many program options as large universities, they do often provide specialized degrees — including self-designed majors — and a plethora of hands-on learning opportunities.

Overall Cost

Choosing a college near your hometown generally means you'll get lower tuition rates.

Campus Environment

Depending on your interests, you may want to look into schools with a strong commitment to Greek life, or a vibrant art scene.

Resources and Support Systems

Make sure the school can accommodate your spiritual life and any medical conditions or special learning requirements you may have. Many students experience homesickness and other emotional challenges when starting college, so it's a good idea to check the availability of counseling services and health and wellness programs ahead of time.

Can you be fired for going on disability in NJ?

There are two law that provide job security during your leave for disability: the FMLA provides twelve weeks of unpaid leave for your disability. NJ has a separate law, but it provides leave for you to care for a sick family member - not your own disability. Your employer does not have to hold your job open if FMLA does not apply, or if your leave extends beyond 12 weeks.

Can you work and still collect veterans disability benefits?

You could be subject to unemployment fraud if you do collect, because by definition, to qualify for full disability you would be unable to work. There might be a loophole somewhere, but you should check with the unemployment office for particulars.

Can you get wheelchairs in The Sims 2?

i do not think that's possible!

maybe you can also fight with your enemies and be beaten....

try that game called grand theft auto.

i never played it but everyones says you can shoot people,fight,steal

and other violent things which i don't really like but maybe you will.

Bye!

How does technology help disabled people?

I really feel lucky to be born in this era of science and technology. Did you know that the world famous scientist Stiffen Hawking has been suffering from Wild Polio? All of his body parts are disabled except his brain. But he does research in his own way. How? The answer is technology. He uses a computer with a keyboard that is specially designed for the disabled. To see what type of products are available for disabled individuals go http://store.special-need-products.com/

What are some reputable stair lift manufacturers?

Well known manufacturers include; Acorn, Bruno, and Summit. There is also a relatively new company called Indy.

What does sticky keys do?

There are people with limited use of their fingers who can't hold down more than one key at a time. This makes it hard for them to issue a Print (command-P) or New Document (command-N) command, or Cut (command-X), Copy (command-C) and Paste (command-V) things into place.

Sticky Keys makes the computer think the modifier keys (shift, command, option, control, alt) are held down until you push the key they're modifying. So...if you want to do Print Setup in Acrobat (command-shift-P) you can push the command key, the shift key and the P one at a time rather than having to hold them all down at once.

How do you teach a person with disabilities?

Patience. If impairment is new to the patient, their remaining senses will actually become heightened and compensate for whichever sense was lost. A word to the wise though, blind have extremely good hearing so watch what you say, same goes for deaf people. They may not be able to hear but I bet they can read your lips.

Can a felon on permanent disability get housing?

It depends on the State, and WHAT APT. COMPLEX you apply. I was convicted 27yrs. ago, and when I applied for Subsized Housing (section 8) at a building called Avon Towers, in Rochester, MI, I WAS TURNED DOWN due to the felony conviction of QUARTER OF A CENTURY, PREVIOUS!!! I appealed it, and during that process, the young staff in charge of such appeals, asked me to 'show them some proof that I had been thru Rehab or completed a treatment program"...I told her that "it was SO LONG AGO, when there WERE NO such places as she was talking about. you just kicked your drug addictions cold turkey, did your jail time, and went about your merry way". So, she didn't understand that it happened years before SHE WAS BORN, and she didn't know the firs thing about Rights of Low-Income Families to Fair & Equal Housing Act. Anyways, I was not accepted. So I figured, 'why bother living in a discriminatory place anyways?' The next place I tried was completely liberal and open-minded. When I told them "hey, I was convicted 20+yrs. ago of Delivery of controlled substance....she only said "well, I appreciate your honesty & candor, and as long as there is NOTHING IN THE PAST FEW TO FIVE YRS. is there any trouble recently? Then its NOT a problem. So, go figure, its all about WHO you want to live with, pay rent to. People are biased sometimes just for the way you look....i.e. too fat? then you cant be with us at this place; tenants might not want to see you in the pool area. unbelievable, yes BUT IT HAPPENS.

How much money does short term disability pay per week?

It depends upon the plan that your employer maintains.

Frequently, benefits are on a sliding scale, such as 75% for the first month, 60% for the next month, and 40% thereafter until the benefit expires. The percentages are based upon your earnings at the time of disability, and may be funded via an insurance policy that the employer has taken out, or self-funded by the employer itself.

Does short term disability cover major depression?

Yes, consult with you employer for FMLA forms and short term disability coverage.

Is it Handicap or handicapped accessible?

handicap

Improvement; The work 'Handicap' and 'Handicapped' is an outdated and offensive word.

What is Ellie Simmonds disability?

I'm not sure what her disability is but it may be crumbling bones due to her height but she doesn't have any missing body parts, as far as the eye can see.

How soon can a disabled persons receive pension payments?

Once a doctor has determined that you are un-employable, and after you have filled out and sent in the proper paperwork to Social Security Disability, it can take quite a while. No time frame can be given because each case is different. Be prepared to be denied at least once. You might have to appeal several times.

Do you have to be disabled to be a paralympian?

yes u do...although im sre it wouldn't hurt anybody if u tried..but the people who r actually confined to wheelchairs ma y take it the wrong way...the may think they u r making fun of them

How much can you get on a disability check?

The amount you can receive on a disability check varies based on the type of disability benefits you're eligible for, such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). As of 2023, the average SSDI payment is about $1,500 per month, while the maximum is around $3,600. SSI payments are typically lower, with the federal maximum being about $914 per month for individuals. Actual amounts depend on factors like your work history and income.

How many players are on a wheelchair basketball team?

There are many different types of wheelchair basketball teams. Some players on the Canadian wheelchair basketball team are Patrick Anderson, Chantel Benoit and Tara Feser.

What equipment do you need to play wheelchair basketball?

Wheelchair basketball is basketball played by people in wheelchairs and is considered one of the major disabled sports practiced.

Wheelchair basketball retains most major rules and scoring of basketball, and maintains a 10-foot basketball hoop and standard basketball court. The exceptions are rules which have been modified with consideration for the wheelchair. For example, "travelling" in wheelchair basketball occurs when the athlete touches his wheels more than twice after receiving or dribbling the ball. The individual must pass, bounce or shoot the ball before touching the wheels again.

Wheelchair basketball, based on the sport of basketball, introduces some adaptations to reflect the use of the wheelchair in the game, and to harmonize the different levels of disabilities players have.

All teams which compete above a recreational level use a classification system to evaluate the functional abilities of players on a point scale of 1 to 4.5. Minimally disabled athletes are classified as a 4.5, and an individual with the highest degree of disability (such as a paraplegic with a complete injury below the chest) would have the classification of 1.0. In places where teams are integrated, non disabled athletes compete as either a 4.5 in Canada or a 5.0 in Europe. Non-disabled athletes are not allowed to compete internationally.

Classification is an international regulation for playing wheelchair basketball, where competitions restrict the number of points allowable on the court at one time. The five players from each team on the court during play may not exceed a total of 14 points you can also visit http://ryanfrancisco.posterous.com for more info about basketball.

What are physical and mental disabilities?

The WHO has defined that disabilities can be defined into 3 types, physical, mental and social economy. Someone without a hand or leg may be called disable. A mental person can also be called disabled, so can someone without enough money to purchase food, and their daily needs.

Where can you fill out forms for disability?

this website can tell you and give you everything you need to file a dissability claim www.edd.ca.gov/disability/di_how_to_file_a_claim.htm there are many other great websites which you can print diisability insurance forms from

Is deafness a type of disability?

that's what I am trying to figure out too! ... I don't think it is though...