By Jenn Ochs - Apr. 7, 2025

Lock step

April 13 adaptive hiking event supports children with life-threatening medical conditions

By Jenn Ochs - Mar. 5, 2025

‘Where everyone belongs’

Lafayette’s Neurodiversity Community Center provides support and a safe space

By Jenn Ochs - Feb. 3, 2025

A reignited passion

Eldora-based adaptive program opens the mountain to everyone

By Jenn Ochs - Dec. 23, 2024

Hello, again

BW disability columnist recovers from COVID

By Jenn Ochs - Aug. 26, 2024

Acquired disability: How a cancer diagnosis put me in a wheelchair

BW columnist shares her story of illness and survival

By Jenn Ochs - Jul. 23, 2024

The wheels on the bus

I rely on public transit and ride share for my transportation. I prefer traveling in the summer and fall because of the weather: There aren’t heaters at bus stops. Shade...

By Jenn Ochs - Jun. 24, 2024

Outward bound

Contrary to popular belief, there are a few benefits to being a wheelchair user. Adaptive recreation is one of them. I’ve always been adventurous. Growing up, I practically lived at...

By Jenn Ochs - Jan. 22, 2024

Help wanted

The nationwide shortage of direct care workers has caused a crisis in the home health system. Five years ago, I transitioned from living in a nursing home to living independently...

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