 Plan your next movie night by checking out @AndrewPulrang's Forbes article, "Disability Movies Aren’t What They Used To Be. That’s Good!" See below for what films peer mentors Kendra Muller-Taylor and Joe Stone would recommend. Reply with your film recommendations and thoughts!
https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewpulrang/2020/02/13/disability-movies-arent-what-they-used-to-be-thats-good/#76d6205f5efa Kendra Muller-Taylor: "Have you seen Kills on Wheels? It's a fantastic Hungarian movie regarding a multifaceted approach to disability. It shows both good and bad and is really well-rounded, while being absolutely hilarious. A lot of the hilariousness is subtle things that only disabled individuals would get. Just recently watched and was pleasantly surprised, as I thought it might just be another film that gets disability wrong. It is rated R as it has a bit of violence as the whole trope is of wheelchair "hitmen," and there's some swearing in Hungarian. The characters are likable with all their faults and there's not really any ableist tropes." Joe: "We just watched Forest Gump last night for the 1st time with my kids and it was the 1st time since my injury 8 yrs ago. Lieutenant Dan's character really hit home more than ever before and triggered a lot of emotion watching the growth of his own perception and feelings about his disability. My favorite part was when they were on the shrimp boat while the storm was raging and Lt Dan was raging in the crow's nest having it out with God, saying "Is this all you got?!" And then how right after the storm died it was like the rage he was holding onto died and he reached a transformational stage that seemed to have that peace that surpasses most human comprehension. I can totally relate and am grateful for this timeless movie. I would highly suggest everyone watching this sometime in the very near future!" #morethanwalking #spinalcordinjury  Covid-19 poses the greatest risk to those of us with underlying health conditions and disabilities. So, if you're a wheelchair user, here are some tips from Numotion on how to protect yourself and others.
https://www.numotion.com/blog/march-2020/coronavirus-what-to-do-if-you-re-in-a-wheelchair #morethanwalking #covid19 #spinalcordinjury  More people than ever with Spinal Cord Injury are sharing their life experiences on YouTube, raising awareness and teaching skills. Check out these channels recommended by members of the More Than Walking peer mentor community! Suggest others in the comments below!
Adapt To Perform Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation Mason Ellis NotMe1357 Wheelsnoheels - Gem Hubbard United Spinal  Download the Shepherd Center’s Personal Care Manual for free to learn more about how the respiratory system (in Ch. 5) functions after SCI and how to prevent and fight breathing complications like pneumonia. https://play.google.com/store/books/details/Shepherd_Center_Personal_Care_Manual_The_Key_to_In?id=yHv7AgAAQBAJ
#covid19 #spinalcordinjury #morethanwalking Click to download PDF version if above link does not work in your country.  You never know when an emergency will strike and you need extra medical supplies, but we can help each other know what to do. What supplies would be most essential for you for your type of disability, and how would you safely reuse or find alternative supplies in the event of shortages? Comment below or submit a video to be featured on our YouTube channel here:
https://www.morethanwalking.com/submit-videos.html Also, talk to your insurance company or medical supplier to see if you can order a 90-day supply of medications and supplies that you usually receive monthly. Go here for information on Medicare and Medicaid benefits in the USA: https://www.benefits.gov/news/article/384 #covid19 #morethanwalking #spinalcordinjury |
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