‘No access’: B.C. residents with disabilities keep cautious eye on snowy forecasts - Terrace Standard

In a Utopian society, we would all look out for each other and that may be the only real solution to the challenges people with disabilities face when snow and ice hit the region.

“Most of us try to prepare beforehand. We keep an eye on the weather and put things into place, like moving appointments, stocking up on food and medication, putting a support system into place,” Cox said.Most municipalities have sidewalk clearing as a standard streets bylaw, requiring residents to clear the public paths adjacent to their homes in a timely manner.

The impact can be broad – people living with disabilities are unable to get to work, shop for food, pick up medication, walk their dog, get to medical appointments or get their kids to school.It’s not just those who use mobility aids who are impacted by snow.

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