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It sucks, but not everywhere you go is accessible for someone with a mobility aid such as a wheelchair. Here I will document a few places who are trying their best to make themselves more wheelchair-friendly. I may also mention some fails who haven’t done a great job (without shaming anyone). Not everything is perfect, but some people are doing their best with what is in the scope of possible. Remember, often businesses don’t own the building they are in and can only make so many accommodations. I’d like to say it’s the thought that counts, but that’s not good enough. Only awareness will create real change! I will also keep you up to date on what I and the committees I am on are doing to improve accessibility!
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Christmas in Merrickville: Accessible Wagon Ride
What a great Christmas in Merrickville on December 7th !! Got an early start the day before putting the ramp up so we could have an accessible wagon ride. Luckily it was a fast job with the expertise of James and John from Regional Ramps, the help of many Merrickville Lions Club members, and my…
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Campfire Circle
Just got home from one of the most amazing weekends ever. As a childhood cancer survivor, my second home is Campfire Circle (Legacy Camp Ooch). It is there that I found independence and made lifelong friends. I am so lucky that I get to continue to enjoy the magic of camp every few years when…
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Accessible Wagon Ride
Christmas in Merrickville has been a thing in my village since I can remember. One of my favourite parts used to be the wagon ride. A horse-drawn wagon would take you on a snowy tour of the town to see all of the lights and decorations. It was magical. Unfortunately, I haven’t been on one…
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Movie Night at The Pews
Nothing like a local movie night! The local community hub in Merrickville, The Pews, and the Merrickville Lions Club partnered to bring Secondhand Lions to their 16ft big screen. The venue is an old church, so the viewing area is where the congregation would have gathered, hence the name The Pews. There are no steps…
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Blast from the Past
Here is a look back at my early accessibility advocacy days.
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