THE STRENGTH WITHIN



BELLAONLINE Disabilities Newsletter

This week I have been doing a lot of research. I am concerned about the recurring issue of disabled parents being so scrutinized about their rights to raise their children. I’m seeing more stories about that in the news and at this point, there is very little policy in our states to protect them. I think I’ll do a little piece on that this week. Feel free to send me any information or opinion you might have on that subject.

Enjoy this week’s articles.
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AN INTERVIEW WITH AMELIA DICKERSON
Enjoy this interview with Amelia Dickerson, a blind student at University of Colorado, Boulder. It reveals an articulate and vivacious young woman with a desire to share her experiences and encourage others.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art47187.asp
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RUBINSTEIN TAYBI SYNDROME
Rubinsteinn-Taybi Syndrome (RTS) is a rare disease that occurs in approximately 1 out of every 100,000 children born. It is estimated that only 1,000 cases have been diagnosed in the world.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art47807.asp
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BATHING BENEFITS AND AIDS
Anyway you choose to bathe, there is equipment that you can use to maintain independence, promote more independence in others or give care to another. Bathing does not have to be done every day for everyone, but don’t neglect to use bathing as an enjoyable as well as a healthy experience.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art37979.asp
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AROUND BELLAONLINE

WOMEN’S EYE HEALTH STATISTICS AND SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
What percentage of blindness and low-vision belong to women? Do you know why women have higher blindness and low-vision percentages around the world than men? Do you know the safety precautions for maintaining healthy vision for women? Do you know the warning signs for eye disease? Find answers!
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art59378.asp
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SALAD IN A WRAP RECIPE
Spring has sprung with an abundance of fresh veggies. Here is a recipe to take it for your lunch or a picnic.
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art176018.asp
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VIEW-ENHANCING WINDOW BOXES
Have you got a beautiful view from your home you would like to enhance somehow with a window box that softens the outlook and brings your garden inside? Not enough time to garden but do want something inviting to look at without losing your sense of height? Here are some designer ideas for you!
http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art176581.asp
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In the depth of winter, I finally learned that within me there lay an invincible summer.
- Albert Camus


Jeanetta Polenske
Disabilities Editor