Caring for My Son As a Caregiver

Caring for My Son As a Caregiver

At only 20 years old, I gave birth to a nine pound, bouncing baby boy. I was overjoyed and I dreamed of the day when he would be a star athlete or an astronaut. I could see his future and the sky was the limit. But then, at the age of one and a half, my son Cory was still struggling to walk.

Posted on 11/1/2023


It's Not Work If You Love What You Do

It's Not Work If You Love What You Do

3, 2, 1, go! As a TV producer, I have counted backward more times in my life than I ever thought I would! I have been with Altitude Sports, a regional sports network that is the TV home of the 2022 Stanley Cup champion Colorado Avalanche and the 2023 NBA champion Denver Nuggets for nearly 17 years. My career path to Altitude Sports could easily be described as a great opportunity that I almost didn't take.

Posted on 10/17/2023


10 Products That Help Me Parent from a Wheelchair

10 Products That Help Me Parent from a Wheelchair

Please note that the recommendations and opinions provided in this blog are solely based on my personal experiences and research. I am not endorsed by any of the companies mentioned in my recommendations. Before making any purchase, I recommend conducting your own research to ensure that a product is suitable for your needs.

Posted on 10/3/2023


Two Affected with Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Strive for Rare Inclusion

Two Affected with Congenital Muscular Dystrophy Strive for Rare Inclusion

Congenital Muscular Dystrophy (CMD) affected individuals Kelly Berger and Avery Roberts are making their voices heard. Together they hope to tackle misconceptions surrounding disability and give a loud voice to the oft-forgotten rare disease community. CMD is a rare genetic disorder which causes the muscles to break down faster than they can repair or grow, which leaves Berger and Roberts to rely on wheelchairs as their main source of mobility and independence.

Posted on 9/12/2023


How Many Wheelchairs Are Enough?

How Many Wheelchairs Are Enough?

Six years ago, my 49-year-old wife, J., survived a severe hemorrhagic stroke that left her with limited ability to control her arms and legs. This event started a complex and often frustrating journey figuring out how to help her exist in this new reality. One major area of concern throughout has been mobility, which prompts the question, "How many wheelchairs are enough?"

Posted on 8/29/2023


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