Sparing the Rod – Positive reinforcement is most effective for dogs
“We need another and perhaps a wiser and more mystical concept of animals.” (Author unknown) I have been a guide […]
Author Archives: Lolly Lijewski
Knock Knock
No, this is not a bad joke, but what you will hear when candidates come to your door askng you […]
A Hiatus From Writing to Tackle A New Challenge
As I sit down to write this month’s column, I’m aware of experiencing conflicted feelings. I began writing this column […]
After September 11th – People with Disabilities Find Tough Going
The events of September 11 have changed lives, and people with disabilities are no exception. The challenges they faced before […]
What to Expect When You Fly
[Editor’s note: Per the author, most of the changes highlighted in this article are driven by the FAA. However, some […]
Tools in the Advocate’s Toolbox, Pt. 2
Last month, Lolly argued that the movement among local disability activists away from direct action and toward more incremental change […]
Leadership Crisis in the Disability Community, Pt. 1
The recent passing of Charlie Smith, Editor and Publisher of Access Press, has caused me to stop and reflect on […]
Disability Services: Does One Size Fit All? – Part 2 of 2: A History of Separation
The Governor has proposed that the Department of Economic Security be abolished. Some agencies which serve people with disabilities that […]
The Disability Community Loses a Friend
It’s hard to know where to begin the daunting task of describing the many facets of Charlie Smith and what […]
Disability Services: Does One Size Fit All? Part 1 of 2
The current dialogue around the potential merging of services for people with disabilities, and particularly State Services for the Blind, […]
A Day in the Life of an Advocate
Being an advocate isn’t that glamorous. It’s never one of those occupations students identify as what they want to be […]
Disability in Ghana
Imagine having a disability in a developing country. How would you get around? Could you go to school? Would you […]
Fur and Steel – A Place of Hope
Part III: Can They Really Do That? “It can be done!” says Larisa Scharikin, Admissions and Recruiting Coordinator/Special Needs Instructor […]
Fur and Steel – Part II: The Changing Scene
“I’ve always believed in living life in the possibility.” Mary Sue Dobbin How Do They Do That? It’s a common […]
Fur and Steel – Part I: Suzanne’s Story
“I want my mobility back! I want my freedom back,” said Suzanne Whalen, as she lay on the bed in […]