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Clothes for the Disabled and Seniors

Adaptive clothing and footwear for people who live with disabilities and for seniors will make it easier for them to dress themselves and also for their caregivers to encourage independent living. Some clothes will make sitting in wheelchairs more comfortable. … Continue reading

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Photographing Disabled People

Using photographs of disabled people without their permission or the permission of their guardian is never OK, but providing disabled people with photographs of themselves canĀ help them remember fun times and activities. Photographs provide an inexpensive gift for them to … Continue reading

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Mentally Ill Face Higher Risk of Violence

The 26 studies from developed countries have all come to the same conclusion…mentally ill people are at a higher risk of becoming a victim of violence. The general population is more concerned about their risks when living near or working … Continue reading

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