r/YouShouldKnow • u/LtSoundwave • Jul 19 '20

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

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

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u/Zabl92 Jul 19 '20

I had a teacher who was in a wheelchair who went through the process of getting a dog to help him. He used to bring him (Keith) to class and make sure we knew only to acknowledge the dog when he was on a break (the dog). The pup was still learning and used to grab our coats from the back of our chairs thinking he was helping. It was the best thing I have ever seen, so caring and still learning. That dog has changed my teachers life and now he has his picture on the wall as a full member of staff.

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u/[deleted] Jul 19 '20

I have recovered every jacket in the school and piled them up on your chair just like I was trained to do for your one specific jacket. I'm fairly sure it counts as extra credit towards getting rid of my 'in training' harness.

Tis adorable.