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Challenges of people living with disabilities in my country
People with disabilities are not empowered so their disability challenges are multiplied , and they remain dependent on others . Few attain higher education . Literacy levels must be improved .
Those who live in rural areas of the country face additional challenges . Distance is an issue in terms of getting to health care facilities and accessing a basic need like water . Many do not have running water in their homes so wheelchair users , for instance - how can they travel long distances to get to water ?
The government helps to a certain extent , but I think more should be done because the percentage of people living with disabilities is increasing . I believe that the private sector should also be involved in the process of helping to make the lives of people with disabilities easier .