Normalize acknowledging that everyone, regardless of disability status, has care needs. Normalize talking about them, enforcing them, and demanding them. It's ok to need things. It's not ok to act like those needs are a drain on relationships. 1/5
I need those around me to wear fragrance free products. I like going for coffee, but that's my only safe food to have out. I can't spend much time out in direct sunlight. And I need spaces for rest at museums/art collections/etc. 2/5
These aren't really big asks. But very few non-disabled people are comfortable providing these. We need to talk about why. Planning outings or meeting up with disabled people doesn't need to be stressful or complicated. We know our needs. 3/5
If you're worried about a planned event just ask us if it's accessible. If it's not, ask us if it can be made accessible. And acknowledge that you too have preferences and needs. Our needs aren't negotiable. And they aren't a bother. 4/5
Normalize creativity, communication, and changing plans. It's not our job to plan every get together just so they're accessible. 5/5 #DisabilityTwitter
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