cerebral palsy
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Transforming Lives: How Technology Empowers Individuals with Disabilities
In today’s rapidly evolving digital age, technology is revolutionizing the way we live, work, and interact with the world. Among its many transformative powers, technology has played a pivotal role in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. By breaking down barriers and creating innovative solutions, technology has fostered greater independence, accessibility, and inclusivity for… Continue reading
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Dating with a Disability
I was recently on a Podcast episode where we discussed dating and how it’s different in a wheelchair. To be honest, I hate dating. It’s not fun and requires much more work than I like to put into activities. I like the independence being single provides me. It allows me to do what I want… Continue reading
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How to Prepare for Plans going Awry:
Some people know exactly how they want their life to go. They picture the perfect wedding, the perfect house, the perfect job and children. They expect things will go according to plan. However, while have a plan can be helpful, not everything can be perfect. As a disabled person, things don’t always go according to… Continue reading
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How the Sims could do even more with diversity by adding disabled characters.
I would not call myself a video game person by any means, but there are several games and franchises I get lost in and enjoy playing. That being said, I wish more video games had disabled characters, adding a realistic element to games. It would allow players with disabilities to see themselves reflected in the… Continue reading
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Overcoming Physical Discomfort: How to Live a Pain-Free Life
Imagine waking up every day feeling pain, soreness, or discomfort. This has been the reality for many of us who live with chronic physical discomfort. It can affect our mood, our relationships, and our overall quality of life. We might have learned to accept it as a part of our existence, but it doesn’t have… Continue reading
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Embracing the Positive Aspects of My Disability
In my last post, I opened up about the struggles I faced as a disabled adult. However, today I want to focus on the positives of living with a disability. Through perseverance and a positive mindset, I have learned to thrive in my situation and see the good that comes with it. In this post,… Continue reading
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The choices we make
Till I was 15, I was the only disabled person in my family. That changed on May 21, 2008, when my mom and I were driving across the Golden Gate Bridge and a car hit us head-on. My mother sustained life-changing injuries and is now also disabled, using a power wheelchair to get around. Unfortunately,… Continue reading
About Me
Hi, my name is Sabrina; I grew up in Mill Valley, California, and I love to visit when possible. I now live in Los Angeles, California.
Growing up using a wheelchair I knew my life would be very different. But I didn’t see people that looked like me until I started playing wheelchair basketball as a teenager. Then, in college, the visibility of disabilities grew (in my opinion and experience).
After graduation, I worked for the Jewish Los Angeles Special Needs Trust, which helps people with disabilities supplement their government benefits with affordable, professional special needs trust services.
After leaving that job, I eventually got my paralegal certificate and currently work in Family Law.
Throughout my life, I realized the importance of representation and of people who look like you and have a similar experience. My experience as a wheelchair user may be different than others, but it may prove helpful for someone else.