Mélange Accessibility for All Magazine October 2020 | Page 104

It is considered rude to ask a person about their disability. If they wish to tell you about it they will, and you should take their lead on what is appropriate to discuss.
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Before you assume that a person with a disability needs your assistance, you should always ask first. If they do, they will let you know how you can best assist them.

It is considered rude to ask a person about their disability. If they wish to tell you about it they will, and you should take their lead on what is appropriate to discuss.

When introduced to a person with a disability, it is appropriate to offer to shake hands. People with limited hand use or who have artificial limbs can usually shake hands. Shaking hands with the left hand is also an acceptable greeting.

Thanks for taking the time to read these suggestions which are just mine as a wheelchair user.
Others may have different opinions.
Remember, every person with a disability has very unique circumstances, so my suggestions may differ from someone else’ s.

... Fred