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Once I tried to feed Sully by myself and it was a disaster!  There is no need to travel to a store for pet supplies or have to worry about carrying and lifting heavy I make sure to check out the prices before the shipment date to ensure I am getting the most bang for I never have to rely on a caregiver to go to the store for me to make sure Sully has all that he needs Cat in the Box If only I could figure a way to take care of Sully’s vet visit on-line, I would be in

Gluten Free Chocolate Mint Cheesecake Bars I confess, I am a cheesecake lover.  Who am I kidding, I am a dessert lover!  Actually, I did more than stumble, I drooled.  However, you need about 3-4 hours from start to finish because these cheesecake bars need to cool down If I had not known, I would have never guessed this recipe was gluten free. 

The need for caregiver support is great. Caring.com is a helpful alternative to a local support group. Caring.com also provides helpful articles for caregivers.  What is most helpful is simply knowing that the struggles and feelings I experience are felt by others helps.

My mom and caregiver, Crystal, helped me plant them all in one of three raised garden beds my apartment He creates these beautiful gardens with the help of his caregivers. As I mentioned in a previous post, I am tweaking my diet by adding more fresh produce.   I read about the benefits of gardening.   Spirit Helps to divert your mind away from you and your situation Increases self-esteem.

Hunter’s physical needs are great and since his birth I have been his main caregiver.  My youngest son did not require as much care and many times his needs may have been overlooked.  Of course, this is said with humor, it actually helps weed out the humorless, but I have to say there The reality is that 80-90% of marriages fail in families with a special needs child.  Again, this is not always the reality for families with a special needs child. 

I began to look online for storm safety tips and items I should have on hand. It is important to have a complete first aid kit handy to treat minor injuries until help can arrive. Storms can be a very stressful and traumatic event, these items will help take your mind off the situation Whistle-A loud whistle is a great way to signal for help if you are trapped in debris or can not move This may be your only way to contact emergency services if needed. 

I can’t remember when I first felt the desire to write.  When I was a kid, I discovered the hard way that I was unable to draw, and write physically, even after This was frustrating because I had a lot I wanted to express. < Even as a kid, I knew I had to have something Although those were fun activities growing up, I felt the need to do something productive.  My mom pushed me to approach DVR to help me take it to the next level.  

Of course, I agreed!  If I qualify, this will be another transportation option for me until I am set with a new van. After positioning my chair several times (my driving still needs work!)  Leigh Yawkey Woodson Art Museum Once I am approved, I know my first paratransit trip will be to the Leigh I am unable to travel up the steep hill to get there. 

There really needs to be exceptions to this rule for those who truly need new chairs before the 8 year My body needs continual physical therapy.  The present situation is I need to be in enough pain to go into the doctor.  I know that I watched my first wrestling show, a WCW Nitro episode, in July of 1997.  I think not. 

While I have the funds from the benefit to buy a van, but I am still awaiting funding to come through visual perception deficit made it a bit difficult to back into the designated space, but the bus driver helped The bus driver was so awesome, she pulled the bus over and helped us. Getting some help from Tammy, Wausau Area Transit driver! If I was not handed a bag of transportation lemons, I would not have had this adventure on the Wausau

I rarely can go to the homes of others because the majority of homes are inaccessible.  I can not attend most family functions unless they are held outside.  Recently, I was turned away from a new laser tag facility because despite having ramps, I was told I People with disabilities are becoming more visible and awareness of our needs is spreading.  I believe we are moving in the right direction. 

I agree!  I rock my cerebral palsy quite well!  When I am heading out for longer periods of time, I choose darker clothing, especially pants or shorts Darker clothing helps to hide those embarrassing restroom mishaps. I prepare my chair for longer adventures.  In my case I just have to dazzle them with my smile, as I am unable to wink!