Just A Few Questions
What is it to be disabled? Disability is a label that society puts on you, but this label has preconceived notions that come with it. This label often causes others to view the one with a disability as something less than human. However, there is more to disability than just a label. A recent situation that has come up regarding my disability has inspired me to write this blog. As many of you know, I have Cerebral Palsy. Due to the Cerebral Palsy, I require aide care. In a book that I am in the process of publishing, I describe my journey through grad school and the aide care system. However, the aide care system needs a wake-up call. Recently, I have switched to an agency model of care. I am aware that this is a different type of care system, in that I do not hire my employees anymore. However, lately, I feel like a pawn in the aide care system chess game. When I accepted this agency to take over my care management, I was made specific promises