Recognize that disclosing their disability comes with a risk and honor requested confidentiality. Engage in a dialogue to determine individual needs. Support accommodations. Quick tips to help make your …

Nov 12, 2024 · What is disability etiquette? Disability etiquette is a set of rules and behaviors you should follow when interacting with, or speaking about, people with disabilities.

Say “person with a disability” and “people with disabilities.” For specific disabilities, saying “person with a spinal cord injury” or “person with cerebral palsy” is considered respectful.

Dec 8, 2021 · Some people feel uncomfortable when engaging with coworkers and acquaintances with disabilities. We review quick tips in disability etiquette.

Disability etiquette is nothing more than ensuring that effective communication and positive interactions occur with everyone you meet. Understanding disability is a key first step in creating inclusive …

We all face challenges in life but people with a disability face diferent challenges. This doesn’t make them “heroes” or “victims.” It’s best to avoid using these words to describe people with a disability. …

This Disability Etiquette Handbook has been prepared by the St. Mary’s County Commission for People with Disabilities (COPD). The Commission provides the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County advice …