Category: Blog posts

Parenting with a Disability: Navigating Challenges with Grace

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Parenting is a journey filled with challenges and joys, and for parents living with disabilities, this journey takes on additional layers of complexity and resilience. This article aims to share experiences and offer advice to parents navigating the parenting world with a disability, highlighting not just the challenges but also the unique strengths and perspectives […]

Podcasts About Disability You Need to Listen to Today

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At YAY Today, we’re passionate about amplifying the voices of the disability community and ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity in the workforce. One of the ways we stay informed and inspired is by tuning into podcasts that shed light on the experiences, challenges, and triumphs of people with disabilities. The digital age has […]

Disability Employment in Australia

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At the core of Australia’s ethos lies a commitment to fairness, equality, and inclusion. This commitment extends to every individual, regardless of their abilities or circumstances. One of the most pressing issues in this context is the financial empowerment and employment opportunities for people with disabilities. The inclusion of people with disabilities in the workforce […]

The Role of Occupational Therapy in Enhancing Daily Life Skills

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Occupational Therapy, often abbreviated as OT, plays a pivotal role in the lives of many individuals with disabilities. At its core, OT is about enabling people to participate in the activities of everyday life. Whether it’s a child struggling to tie their shoelaces or an adult finding it challenging to prepare a meal, occupational therapists […]

How Mental Health Affects People with Disabilities

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For many people living with disabilities, physical care is seen as the priority — but when a disability impacts a person’s quality of life, it can have a direct effect on all aspects of their wellbeing and daily experiences. Many people with disabilities experience traumatic stress due to the painful treatments received for their physical […]

ADHD in Adults: Understanding and Demystifying Symptoms

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For many, the term ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder) conjures images of restless children struggling to focus in the classroom. However, this narrative overlooks a significant portion of the population: adults living with ADHD. The misconception that ADHD is solely a childhood disorder has left many adults undiagnosed, untreated, and misunderstood. ADHD doesn’t magically disappear […]