Disability Blog

Falling and staying asleep is a problem for millions of Canadians. Insomnia robs 10 percent of the population of fitful rest. Another 30-40 percent of people complain of sleep troubles. Do you have trouble sleeping? It is common to seek

Complaints of urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common reasons people visit doctors. Both men and women suffer this inconvenience of body function. However, women are more likely to have this type of painful bladder problem than

Let’s Talk About It What does an anxiety attack feel like to you? How do you manage your anxiety symptoms? Please leave your reply at the bottom of this post. Anxiety begins in the mind, but can quickly arrest the

Allergies come and go. Your immune system reacts different to dust, pollen, and fur depending on life stage, living environment, climate change, and exposure to animals. There are a variety of factors that provoke allergy symptoms. If you experience severe

Being mindful of your health on a day-to-day basis can minimize pain and save you money. Eating healthy, partaking in physical activity, and knowing about natural remedies may help you lower medical bills and prescription costs. This week, Disability Living

When it comes to adaptive clothing and household accessories, there may be some things that you or your child need but cannot find in local stores. It is important for people with disabilities to own clothes that fit properly and are

Parenthood is not supposed to be easy. This is especially true when raising a disabled child. Thankfully, there are many parenting tips that may help to simplify your life. One of the most acclaimed pieces of advice, (but a hard

One of the most stressful issues for a grandparent raising a disabled child is financial assistance. On the popular Grandparentingblog.com, author Karen Best Wright reports, “According to my survey, of the 2919 people who answered a question about their biggest

Raising grandchildren with disabilities is a challenge. This type of caregiving relationship requires a lot of patience, perseverance, and continued learning. In addition, a number of grandparents in this situation find themselves in the throes of custody battles with their

The reality of grandparents raising grandchildren with disabilities is a prevalent, but silent battle. Little information and support exists for this demographic, even though the number of households where this occurs grows annually. Why Grandparents Raise Grandchildren There are a