Questions you should never ask wheelchair users!


Why are you in a wheelchair?
Firstly its no one else’s business as to why an individual requires the use of a wheelchair. Also it could be very upsetting or traumatic, so they may not want to talk about it.

Where’s your carer? 
Don’t just assume that someone needs a carer with them just because they are in a wheelchair. Many wheelchair users live very independent life’s and have learned to adapt.

Are they your children?
If a disabled adult is in the supermarket with a few kids, yes they could well be there’s. We are still capable of creating little life’s. Yes we may need to adapt and do things a little differently, but many disabled individuals are parents. 

Have you always been like this?
Some people don’t like to speak about their disability. They may not want to talk about how their life previously was. It can be really hard to adapt, when you have known different.

Wait, did you drive here?
Even though not everyone has the normal use of their legs, there are still ways of driving. You can buy cars with special adaptations, such as hand controls. Or some people with slightly milder physical challenges are actually able to drive the typical way. 

How do you manage?
Don’t just assume that people who need wheelchairs, can’t be independent. As I keep saying, many wheelchair users are very independent and just learn to adapt. Always remember to ask the persons permission before helping them to do something.


Thanks for reading 
Chloe x

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