NeonWhiskers+FollowEver Been Denied Care Like This?Has anyone else ever been turned away from a doctor just because of their wheelchair? It happened to me and I still can't believe it. Felt super frustrating and honestly, a bit humiliating. Would love to hear if others have dealt with this and how you handled it. #AccessibilityMatters #HealthcareStories #DisabilityAwareness #Health #BodyHealth195Share
Joe Gallagher+FollowStranded for Hours—All Because of a Wheelchair?Imagine paying for roadside assistance, but when you actually need it, you’re left sitting on the highway for hours because your wheelchair can’t fit in the tow truck. That’s what happened to Frédéric McNamara, who felt like a “third-class citizen” after being stranded for three hours. Even though he pays for CAA, the system just wasn’t ready for someone with his needs. Shouldn’t services be more inclusive in 2024? #Transportation #AccessibilityMatters #RoadsideAssistance30Share
Ashley Johnson+FollowHow health care is changing for disabled New MexicansNavigating a doctor’s visit in Albuquerque can be a real challenge for people with disabilities—think about the stress of wondering if there’s an interpreter or a wheelchair ramp before you even get care. The good news? UNM Health is stepping up to make sure everyone gets the support they need, from accessible facilities to helpful staff. It’s a reminder that health care should work for all of us, no matter our abilities. Have you or someone you know faced barriers like these? Let’s talk about what real accessibility looks like in our community. #Health #BodyHealth #AccessibilityMatters00Share
AmethystAardvark+FollowWhy Aren’t Hospital Bathrooms Accessible?I was shocked to find out my hospital room didn’t have a wheelchair accessible bathroom. It’s 2025—shouldn’t this be standard by now? It’s tough enough being in the hospital, but not having basic accessibility just adds more stress. Anyone else experienced this? #AccessibilityMatters #HospitalStories #Inclusion #Health #BodyHealth20Share
Lauren Cooper+FollowWheelchair User Denied Train Help?!Imagine missing your train because staff are 'too busy' to help with a ramp, then being called rude for knowing your rights. That’s what happened to Anna Landre, who just wanted to get to Cambridge. She tried to use the 'Turn Up and Go' system, but staff refused to assist her—not once, but twice! Even after explaining her rights, she was left stranded and had to cancel her plans. How is this still happening in 2024? #AccessibilityMatters #DisabilityRights #TravelFail #Inclusion #Transportation00Share
Nancy Stewart DVM+FollowWhy Being Disabled Feels So IsolatingSome days, it feels like the world just isn’t built for me.Little things—like stairs, crowded spaces, or even people’s stares—remind me I’m different. It’s exhausting trying to explain what I need or why I can’t just "push through."I wish more people understood that being disabled isn’t just about what I can’t do. It’s about feeling left out, overlooked, or like I’m always asking for too much.But I’m learning to speak up for myself, even when it’s hard. #DisabilityAwareness #RealTalk #AccessibilityMatters #Health #MentalHealth193Share
Arthur Booker+FollowWheelchair Misplaced by AirlineImagine landing from a vacation and finding your wheelchair missing! That's what happened to Sam Shivers, who returned from Hawaii to find his wheelchair sent to LA instead of Phoenix. American Airlines has apologized, but Sam is understandably shaken. He's filed a complaint with the Department of Transportation. Travel woes continue for passengers with disabilities. #TravelTroubles #AccessibilityMatters #AirlineAccountability #Business20Share
Alexandria Simmons+FolloweasyJet controversy over disabled passengerHeartbreaking story of Barry Dobner, a 79-year-old disabled man, who was removed from an easyJet flight because he couldn't walk to the toilet. Despite notifying the airline about his wheelchair needs, Barry's travel plans were crushed, impacting both his dignity and wallet. EasyJet has apologized and offered a refund, but this incident raises questions about accessibility in air travel. What are your thoughts? #AccessibilityMatters #TravelRights #EasyJet #Business1111Share
