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Start Looking: Abilities Are All Around Us

Written By: Stephanie M. Hammerman

It is clear that many people in society understand October to be the month of awareness, but the majority of people focus on the issues of breast cancer and alcohol awareness. While these are great topics that deserve the spotlight, many seem to look past the fact that October is also designated to national disability awareness efforts. Some may wonder why I care about this issue so deeply. Well, I am a young woman living an independent lifestyle who happens to be physically challenged. Living with Cerebral Palsy has never saddened me, or held me back; on the contrary it’s something that has been the catalyst for my motivation and purpose in life. Read more...