RI DAILY

Manhattan's little, quieter island and beyond

Stories that matter, from the heart of the East River.

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.