Hi, its hard for me to ask for help, but i need some help paying for training for my service dog, any assistance would be very appreciated (link below) - ๐พ
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Think i just stubbled across the best decision i could make in life but im terrified to take it because it would mean financial ruin for six years. But im very tempted. - ๐พ
My mom just told me she thinks Iโm gonna die soonโฆ
Im 21. Sure i might be disabled but i dont have any terminal illnesses.
And to make it worse she also wants to drag me to heaven. Im not Christian and havenโt been for 7 years. I feel disgusted this is how my mom treats me-๐พ
My mom just told me she thinks Iโm gonna die soonโฆ
Im 21. Sure i might be disabled but i dont have any terminal illnesses.
And to make it worse she also wants to drag me to heaven. Im not Christian and havenโt been for 7 years. I feel disgusted this is how my mom treats me-๐พ
Resource for those who cant get an in person trainer at the moment but still need the lessons. Eventually i will also go over braille and my experience living in a state with little support for blind people (at least in my specific area) let me know if this is something you want
Got myself a free O&M course because im the pilot tester for it. I will be documenting my experience with it and give pros and cons of the virtual courses. This is just the basics of how to use the skills in the course. i will go over some things the course doesnโt cover such as-
Different cane tips how to measure the size of cane you need as well as how to incorporate the lessons into actions in a safe manner. This virtual course will give you the foundation you need for in person training this is not the end all be all of courses but it is a good