Disability
All of us have stumbling blocks in our lives. The disabled have physical or mental impairments that make life more challenging. When disabilities arise, our responsibility to each other is to help everyone have as enjoyable and peaceful a life as possible.
As part of our mission, Right to Life of Indianapolis promotes respect for people living with disabilities, and strongly opposes abortion and euthanasia targeting such individuals.
There are several organizations in Indianapolis dedicated to aiding people with disabilities. Click here for list.
None of us know from moment to moment when we may face circumstances beyond our control, e.g. an accident, illness, or the effects of aging, that could cause us to have impairments. It is important that we learn and are prepared for these new challenges in our lives. Our greatest source of knowledge is the example of others who have put forth the effort to overcome adversity and found the ability to live life with grace.
Read these inspiring stories from families who have worked with disabilities since the birth of a member of their family.
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Richard’s story
There are many degrees of infirmity in cerebral palsy (CP), a condition resulting from damage to the muscle control/motor functions of the brain. Rich’s brain damage occurred at birth and has resulted in his being wheelchair-bound with muscle spasticity and articulation difficulties.
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Mollie’s story
To be asked to write about our oldest granddaughter, Mollie, is an honor I embrace. Let me begin at her birth, when the doctors were not sure, at first, of her diagnosis—that is because Mollie has a very rare type of Down Syndrome.
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Marty’s story
Marty is my younger brother who lives and works in Lafayette, Indiana. My parents raised Marty, along with my older brother Marc and I, in Kokomo, Indiana. Marty works at Payless and a grocery store, and volunteers at a local food bank.
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