RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Daily beats from a quieter Manhattan.

RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Reporting Roosevelt Island since sunrise.

living with disabilities

City Ordered to Fix Broken Pledge to Make Half of Taxis Wheelchair-Accessible

With fewer than one in three cars outfitted for people with disabilities despite landmark 2013 deal, Manhattan federal judge demands speedy plan to boost numbers. By Jose Martinez May 7 5:58pm EDT A Manhattan federal judge scolded the city Tuesday…

New Boss the Same as the Old Boss? Disabled, RIOC and the Tram

When I arrived on Roosevelt Island, circa 1990, the community’s respect for its disabled community excited me. My dad was physically challenged as was a close cousin. I’d witnessed the struggles firsthand when no accommodations were available. But Roosevelt Island…

Take a Hike: RIOC Has Now Spoken on Disabled Parking Permits

In so many words, RIOC President/CEO Seldom Seen Shelton J. Haynes told the disabled community to take a hike on parking permits. This came after an outcry provoked by first-ever charges blindsided Roosevelt Island’s most vulnerable residents. by David Stone…

Etsy Sellers Strike Impacts LGBTQ, Disabilities Artists

Originally published by The 19th Assorted Ideas, Large & Small For Brontë Grimm, Etsy was supposed to be a reprieve from the pandemic’s economic toll. Like so many others, Grimm, an artist based in Portland, Oregon, hit a financial low…

How to Find the Perfect Accessible Home for Your Needs

Homeownership is appealing for many reasons, from building equity to establishing long-term security. For people living with disabilities, homeownership is also a way of ensuring independence and creating an environment that suits your unique needs.