[Blind-rollers] Total independence

[dmgina]

I know many folks in wheel chairs live in low income housing.
They also use the door to door for rides long distances.
I have to say I haven't seen a blind person in a chair for years.
My friend Pat was in a chair, but passed away.
She had folks coming in to help her.
Then they would take her places as well.
Everything was down to her level, from the stove to the sink.
So she could do her own dishes and do some cooking.
She also had a micro wave.
I was thrilled when I could go help her out.
Wishing you the best.
You know your grandmother does care, and folks see where it would be harder 
for them if they were in the same situation.
Wishing you the best.
If you lived here in Billings, I would love to go help you out.

--Dar
www.mypowermall.com/biz/home/5779
Every Saint has a past
Every Sinner has a future

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Jennifer Aberdeen" <freespirit328 at gmail.com>
To: "Blind wheelchair users list" <blind-rollers at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Wednesday, August 29, 2007 7:59 PM
Subject: [Blind-rollers] Total independence


> Hi list,
>
> My Grandmother and I were just having a discussion about my mobility
> expectations being a blind wheelchair user. She doesn't think I could ever
> be independent being in my situation, and I truly believe that while I may
> not be able to achieve total independence, I can strive to be as 
> independent
> as possible. I keep trying to tell her that it can be done if only my
> mobility instructor would work on a route with me for more than one
> day...perhaps once or twice a week for a couple months would work. I would
> like to be able to take a stroll down the street without having someone
> attached to my hip all the time. I know there are some situations where it
> would be necessary to have someone with me, but I don't believe I have to
> submit to a life of dependence. The thought of accepting that makes me 
> very
> depressed. I thought maybe I would start a discussion about this and hear
> your thoughts on this topic.
>
> Jen
>
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