Photo by [National Cancer Institute](https://unsplash.com/@nci) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/people-in-white-shirt-holding-clear-drinking-glasses-701-FJcjLAQ)

Born Into Healthcare

I’d never really considered myself to be involved in healthcare.

February 18, 2021 · 3 min · Urban Cripple

Why is Eligibility for An Able Account Capped at 26?

No idea, but I have some theories.

December 1, 2020 · 3 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Frank Eiffert](https://unsplash.com/@feiffert) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/person-crossing-net-bridge-wkHLXPvwTAA)

Healthcare Wealth Safety Nets Are Designed To Exclude Disabled Wealth

My body is a bad investment.

November 24, 2020 · 5 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Austris Augusts](https://unsplash.com/@austris_a) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/running-field-during-daytime-52p1K0d0euM)

When Discussing Disability Representation, Advocates Should Stay in Their Lane

Leave media representation to those affected by said representation.

October 5, 2020 · 3 min · Urban Cripple

What Options Are Available If I Can't Afford a Custom Wheelchair?

Reach out to your primary care provider first.

September 19, 2020 · 1 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Johannes Plenio](https://unsplash.com/@jplenio) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/black-sailing-boat-digital-wallpaper-DKix6Un55mw)

The Mystique of Disabled Existence

To able-bodied people, wheelchair users have a certain mystique.

July 2, 2020 · 3 min · Urban Cripple
Photo by [Shahabudin Ibragimov](https://unsplash.com/@sb_dn) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/photos/gears-interlock-showing-intricate-mechanical-design-calQQkP-fKs)

Fuck Your Accessible Invention

Step away from the drawing board and into a voting booth.

May 15, 2020 · 2 min · Urban Cripple
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Why So Many Job Requirements are Bullshit

Most job requirements are wish lists, not requirements.

May 3, 2020 · 3 min · Urban Cripple

How Can I Make My Wheelchair Seat Cushion More Breathable?

Get one with the right materials.

April 26, 2020 · 1 min · Urban Cripple

What is the Best Type of Door Handle For a Wheelchair User?

Hooked lever-style handles work best.

April 24, 2020 · 1 min · Urban Cripple