YSK That many people with a disability consider their aides (wheelchair, etc.) an extension of themselves. You should ask before touching or moving them.

[u/LtSoundwave]

Read this article and was surprised to hear how many people struggle with this. Even if you are trying to help, you should ask first.

www.bbc.com/news/disability-49584591

[u/martindale88]

Can confirm. My brother has CP and I cannot tell you how many times people have tried to be helpful but boy did they piss him off. Just ask. No reason a stranger should all of a sudden start pushing his wheelchair.

[u/[deleted] → u/martindale88]

Something I had to learn when I got my wheelchair is that some people cannot safely push one. I had a friend I let try twice and both times I was almost injured. I sure as hell won't trust some rando to know what they're doing, especially if they grab without asking.