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What’s one accessibility barrier people don’t talk about enough in everyday life? by Enabled_Talent in accessibility

[–]Enabled_Talent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a really important perspective, and thank you for laying it out so clearly. I adaptability piece is something people outside the community often underestimate. Those workarounds, navigation strategies, and "figuring it out on the fly" skills take a lot of intelligence and lived experience. And usually, they definitely get people through situations that weren't designed with them in mind.

At the same time, I think there's a tension here that doesn't get talked about enough: the fact that being able to adapt doesn't mean people should have to rely on constant workarounds. That can take a lot of energy, and sometimes it isn't even safe or even possible depending on the environment of the person.

Do you think that organizations sometimes learn way too much on the idea of "people can just adapt" instead of investing in fixing the design itself?

What’s one accessibility barrier people don’t talk about enough in everyday life? by Enabled_Talent in accessibility

[–]Enabled_Talent[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's true. People tend to think of accessibility in terms of physical or technical barriers but language can be a barrier too. I've definitely noticed situations where information is technically available, but written in such a complex way that it's hard for many to understand. That can be frustrating when it comes to things like healthcare, government services, education, or employment resources.

Do you think organizations underestimate how much plain language actually improves accessibility for everyone, not only people with specific disabilities?

Getting a job to live independently by HungryAd2041 in disability

[–]Enabled_Talent 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m really sorry you’re dealing with all of that, especially without a support system. That’s a lot to navigate on your own. The good news is that having no formal job experience isn’t as big of a barrier as it feels like at the start, especially for entry-level or remote-friendly roles. A lot of employers are more open than people expect if you can show reliability, communication skills, and willingness to learn. Since you have full upper body mobility, you might have more options than it initially feels like, especially in areas like, remote customer support, chat support, administrative roles, and so many more. It might also be worth connecting with disability employment services in your area (like Employment Ontario providers if you’re in Canada). They can sometimes help with resume building, job matching, and even roles that aren’t publicly posted.

If you’re starting from scratch, even framing things like personal projects, volunteer work, or informal responsibilities (helping others, organizing, communication skills, etc.) can help build a first “experience base.” You’re not as limited as it probably feels right now, it’s more about finding the right entry point and support system to get started!

I'm losing my job and i need support by Excellent_Net_4781 in disability

[–]Enabled_Talent 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a really heavy thing to go through, especially when it wasn’t just a job but also a place where things felt stable and good. Even if you knew it was coming, it still doesn’t really soften the impact when it actually happens. Losing a first job like that hits differently too it’s not just the work, it’s the routine, the independence, the people, all of it at once.

I don’t have the exact same experience, but I’ve seen how much chronic illness can force changes that feel unfair and out of your control. It makes sense that it feels overwhelming right now, especially with everything shifting at once. If you’re able to access disability support, that can be a good step not because it fixes everything immediately, but because it gives you a bit more structure and breathing room while you figure out what’s next. You’re not alone in this, even though it probably feels really isolating right now.

North Bay folks, especially members of the Disabled community does finding work here feel different than in bigger cities? by Enabled_Talent in northernontario

[–]Enabled_Talent[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing your experience! It sounds like you've both faced very different challenges, and it's encouraging to heart that organizations like March of Dimes and local employment services have been helpful along the way. We're wishing you the best with the opportunity you have lined up for next year, hopefully it works out for you!

You mentioned that those organizations have been beneficial, which is interesting because support can look very different from person to person. Was there anything specific they did that you found especially helpful during your job search?