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Disability in the time of Covid-19

Working during the pandemic: transporting patients

Brian Bershad works at Staten Island University Hospital in New York City.

Mar 2, 2021

Brian Bershad stands with his hands on a round blue wheelchair in front of the entrance to Staten Island University Hospital Northwell Health where he works as a hospital transporter. He is a white man with brown hair and a round face. He is wearing a blue sweatshirt and a gray shirt with a lanyard around his neck that says his name.

Mar 2, 2021

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Working during the pandemic: on supporting others as a clinical psychologist

Dr. Andre Watson runs a private practice in Philadelphia area.

Mar 2, 2021

Andre, African American with a medium complexion and a shaved head, sits on stairs in front of his home. His guide dog, Tula is approaching him and he’s hugging Tula with his left arm with a big smile on his face.

Mar 2, 2021

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Working during the pandemic: on delivering groceries

Norman Chin works at Gristedes in New York City.

Mar 2, 2021

Norman Chin, a Chinese-American man in his mid-50s, crossing the street pushing a hand cart of three cardboard boxes of bottled water. Norman works at Gristedes grocery store on Manhattan’s Upper West Side. He has black hair that he wears in a ponytail down his back, and is wearing a black jacket that is open, with his red work apron underneath, and a mask to keep himself safe from Covid-19.

Mar 2, 2021

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Working during the pandemic: teaching special education

Marika Barth teaches kindergarten through third grade outside Denver, Colorado.

Mar 2, 2021

In one photo, it’s early evening; the sky is a gray blue and the trees take the shape of black silhouettes. Below is Marika’s house and through the window, Marika and her partner are in the kitchen, having a conversation. The window has cut out paper snowflakes on it and the lighting in the kitchen is warm.

Mar 2, 2021

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Working during the pandemic: on the role of community

Marvic Enriquez and Luzvisminda Balon, two friends in Northern California, discuss how they are caring for one other during the pandemic.

Mar 2, 2021

Marvic Enriquez embraces Luzvisminda Balon as they smile in the garden of their home in Northern California. Marvic, a Filipino woman in her 50s, has dark hair in a side part that sweeps across her forehead, and is wearing a striped shirt and heathered blue cardigan. Nanay Luz, as her loved ones call her, is a Filipino woman in her 70s with a kind face. She is wearing a blue headband over her white-gray hair, and a black shirt.

Mar 2, 2021

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Making Telehealth Accessible for People with Disabilities

A conversation between Dr. Rupa Valdez, Associate Professor, University of Virginia, and Maria Town, President and CEO of AAPD

Feb 26, 2021

An illustration of individuals of varying ethnicities drawn in pink and brown hues, all facing sideways as if they are on their way to do something.

Feb 26, 2021

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Transitioning out of a Congregate Setting During the Pandemic

Insights from a Journey Mapping Workshop

Feb 26, 2021

This journey map presents a visualization of the complete journey of entering into an institution and leaving one. It begins on the lefthand side with reasons for entering into a nursing home, then lists factors that influence whether the transition out will be smooth or difficult. All of these factors are discussed in the text of this piece.

Feb 26, 2021

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The Journey Home: How congregate settings can be dangerous to live in and also hard to leave

Capturing stories from those who left congregate settings during the pandemic

Feb 26, 2021

In this illustration there’s a group of people of varying ages, cultures, and genders in the foreground, embraced in a caring huddle. They are surrounded by colorful grass and flowers. behind them in the distance is a congregate care building with an ambulance in front — all drawn in black and white. Above the building is a drawing of calendars indicating the passage of time. This illustration contrasts the warmth of community caretaking with the dangers of congregate settings.

Feb 26, 2021

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Working during the pandemic: helping others transition out of congregate care

Larry, Marquita and Megan talk about working with the Dayle McIntosh Center, a center for independent living in Orange County, CA.

Feb 26, 2021

Megan Granata, a white woman in her twenties with short, brown hair, looks over her shoulder while being photographed through the window of her house in the warm Southern California light.

Feb 26, 2021

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Andre and Kenya (an audio story)

Andre, who is blind, speaks with his daughter about how the pandemic has changed their relationship, especially due to online learning

Feb 26, 2021

Andre and Kenya, both African American, are wearing masks; Andre’s arm is around Kenya and her head reaches just below his shoulder. Andre a jacket over a light colored button down shirt and tie. Kenya wears a light pink hooded sweatshirt with fuzzy white lining. She has long, braided hair with pink and purple dyed tips. Kenya’s eyes peek out from her mask, while Andre’s eyes are closed. They stand in front of a yellow background with bright green leaves and purple flowers.

Feb 26, 2021

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