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Fri, March 01, 2013 2:40 PM

I have several physical disabilities and illiostomy due to colitis and more health problems.Im having problems with serious intestinal swelling and in the ER again,sick.I've tried to get education but I'm having problems getting one of my disabilities accommodated for.I need a couch or very large chair because i cant sit down and cant stand up very long.I don't need to lay down.I'm terrified because I worry about my future and what is the next step?A nursing home or other?I want an education so i would not have to go into a nursing home etc. and have a life.I was denied all programs and a couch.Has anyone here gone to college and not used a state facility?Is there a way to go to school and not lose benefits if not using a state funded institution? I heard of the arts and this is supposed to be ,? ( I forgot the word I needed to use) for disabled but i don't know if a person can get a degree in it or not.Can anyone relate to this?I could use some feed back as I'm terrified for my future. I read the inspiring stories of people and their own experiences but mine is not going good.Can someone tell me how they did it, how they got where they are today?Did you go to school?I cant get a couch as I said so anyway, Thank you, P

pam laski
Joined Feb 15, 2013

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Sun, June 20, 2021 5:33 AM

Reply posted for pam laski.

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soteryjek
Joined Jun 20, 2021

Mon, April 26, 2021 7:29 AM

Reply posted for jarobe4342.

Students who want to be educated but face challenges at the same time break my heart. I read a similar story of a student on nd-center.com review. It was a very disturbing read.

jarobe4342
Joined Apr 3, 2021

Thu, March 07, 2013 11:43 PM

Reply posted for pam laski.

Hi Pam,
I have UC since past 7.5 years & I went back to college after applying for social security
and got federal & state grants for college. If you are currently unemployed because of health
reasons then apply for SS. Their only condition is that you should be sick for 2 or more yrs
to be eligible for SS. You could also apply for SSI & Medicaid.
I was also weak when I started college again. Start out by taking just one class per semester.
Take probiotics twice a day, drink green tea, & take Turmeric capsules. You should also try
Manuka honey(Amazon.com).
All these supplements reduce inflammation. If you can digest protein shakes then
try a good quality protein powder without any artificial ingredients.
If you do decide to go back to school, apply at state schools since they offer more grants &
let your school & professors know about your disability.
You can email me at stardeck98@yahoo.com if you have any questions or just want some moral support.
Take care :)

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Joined Jan 10, 2013

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