Kim Donahue

Whether you currently live with a disability or are planning for when you or someone close to you may, building accessibility into your home can prove vital for aging in place, caring for a family member or increasing the visitability of your home. Listed below are the top issues one should consider before undertaking any improvements, according to Disaboom

When living with a disability, joining a support community can be an invaluable addition to professional treatment. Being part of a community can help you feel less alone, find new coping skills and motivate you to stick to or try new treatment plans. Community can also be a source of hope for recovery and a brighter future. Community members can share their personal journeys of living with different health conditions while offering emotional comfort, moral support and sound advice.

We all know the numerous benefits of exercise: more energy, cardiovascular health, decrease in depression and anxiety, improved social life and a healthy body weight, just to name a few. Committing to an exercise routine can often be challenging, especially for people with disabilities. However, according to Disaboom, the largest online community for people with disabilities, having a proper exercise routine is vital.