Panama City Beach is visited by many families each year from north Alabama. In this blog post, Aaron Tanner shares a link he found in a visitor’s guide about the resort destination being a great place for those with mobility issues to vacation.
Read MoreIn honor of Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary, Aaron Tanner shares some of the disability services available at the theme park and a fact about the attraction that one might not know about.
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2001, will go down as a red-letter day in American history when two planes hit the World Trade Center in New York City, killing almost 3,000 people. Aaron Tanner looks back where he was that horrible day and how New York City’s disabled population fared in the days after the 9/11 attacks.
Read MoreThis past year was a rough one thanks to the Covid-19 Pandemic, and many are eager to get out and explore. Aaron Tanner shares his experience with the Cook Museum of Natural Science and accommodations for individuals with special needs.
Read MoreMay is mental health awareness month. Aaron Tanner shares some things he has learned through his mental health struggles resulting from his disability.
Read MoreThis month marks ten years since a destructive tornado outbreak tore across the state of Alabama, causing destruction and many casualties. Aaron Tanner looks back on that horrible day in the Tennessee Valley and shares his experience dealing with the event. He also shares some weather facts he learned from that red-letter day.
Read MoreMany Americans have received the Covid vaccine, while others are deciding whether to take the shot or not. Aaron Tanner describes what it was like getting the vaccine with a disability, his reasons behind the decision, and what one should consider before getting the vaccine.
Read MoreAs more Americans receive the Covid vaccinations, some people will be eager to travel again. Aaron Tanner reviews a popular tourist destination he visited last year in Virginia called Natural Bridge from the point of view of someone with a disability.
Read MoreNeed gift ideas for the person living with a disability in your life this holiday season? Aaron Tanner shares five videos he found highlighting gift suggestions for those with special needs.
Read MoreThe year 2020 has been a hard time for everyone. For someone living with an anxiety disorder, this year. has been especially brutal. Aaron Tanner shares some information about anxiety disorders and tips he’s learned to manage his anxiety.
Read MoreThe Lost Sea in Sweetwater, Tennessee, is one of the South’s most popular roadside attractions. Many come for the underground boat ride on America’s largest underground lake. Aaron Tanner gives his thoughts on this tourist attraction from the perspective of a person with a disability.
Read MoreFor many with a disability, sleep does not come easy, which can lead to anxiety. Aaron Tanner shares a 24-hour loop of gentle rain sounds he found to help him fall asleep.
Read MoreLibraries are a calm respite in a noisy world. Aaron Tanner explains the benefits of the local public library in today’s society, especially for those who have a disability.
Read MoreThe first Sunday in August is National Friendship Day. Despite having Aspergers, Aaron Tanner describes his friendships. He also shares a resource for those in our area with a disability who need support.
Read MoreIn his latest post, Aaron Tanner shares the story of a talented athlete he saw while watching a talented game show who excels in archery despite being born without arms.
Read MoreAlthough the Great Smoky Mountains is one of the most popular tourist destinations for families, visiting the area can be a challenge for those with a disability. Aaron Tanner shares how one can visit the park, along with popular attractions in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, without leaving the comfort of their home.
Read MoreFor the past couple of months, the Covid-19 pandemic has forced people to practice social distancing. Aaron Tanner offers one perspective of handling quarantine as someone with a disability.
Read MoreFor over fifty years, Joni Eareckson Tada has served as an advocate and inspiration for those living with a disability. Aaron Tanner shares a summary of her life and how her organization Joni and Friends helped him during difficult times of living with special needs.
Read MoreLast October, while visiting family, Aaron Tanner visited two of the United States’ most historic sites, Gettysburg National Military Park in Pennsylvania and the U.S. Naval Academy in Maryland. He discusses visiting these two iconic places from a person with a disability.
Read MoreExercise and physical activity are essential for well-being, even for those with a disability. In this post, Aaron Tanner shares some of the benefits of exercise for someone with special needs.
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