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In 1996, Harris began the adoption process for an infant, who’s now 26-years-old with cerebral palsy. Now, Harris is the guardian of eight adopted children. (Courtesy of Andree Harris)
Posted inCommunity

Ward 7 Mother Continues Search for Home Suitable for Children with Disabilities

by Aja Beckham April 20, 2022April 23, 2022

Families with a disabled child remain more likely to rent homes than those with non-disabled children. And while there appears to be an increase in the proportion of families purchasing homes, the number of those with a disabled child becoming homeowners has remained unchanged.  

**FILE PHOTO** Courtesy of the Divas With Disabilities Project
Posted inHealth

Disability Advocates Speak Up About the Spectrum of Sexuality

by Natalie C. Hockaday December 1, 2021January 12, 2022
New Apps and Websites that cater to those with disabilities or impairments have made socializing and dating much easier, transparent. (Courtesy photo)

Posted inHealth, Health Supplements, Stacy M. Brown, Supplements

Logged In: Dating Websites, Apps Open Doors to Socializing for Those with Disabilities and Impairments

by WI Guest Author August 7, 2019December 21, 2021

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