Dollywood Adds Calming Room to Help Kids With Sensory Overload (Video)
Families of children with autism now have a place to go at Dollywood for a quiet, relaxing environment if they experience sensory overload.
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M.S. Patients Enjoy a Day of Cycling (WATCH)
Two strangers with Multiple Sclerosis met in a Seattle park to do something they thought they'd ever do again: Ride a bike.
8-Year-old Helps Buy New Wheelchair For His Best Buddy When Insurance Fails
When the grown-ups didn't think that they could get Kamden a new wheelchair, his best friend Paul stepped in to do the job.
The Biggest Hero in Baseball - Dwarfism Takes the Mound
Recently, at her son's Little League game, Allison Profeta was lucky enough to witness an extraordinary moment. She documented the event in Staunton, Virginia where a boy with dwarfism, recovering from three major surgeries and using a walker, throws out the first pitch of the game.
Park Installs Device For the Colorblind so They Can Enjoy Dazzling Fall Colors - Watch the Emotional Reactions
The Great Smoky Mountains in autumn are quite a sight to see - and the park service has made sure that everyone has the ability to see it, no matter what.
Plane Passengers Are Left "In Awe" of Woman's Kindness Towards Agitated Boy With Autism
This woman didn't hesitate to befriend an autistic boy in the midst of a meltdown on the way back from Europe last week.
Woman Invents Amazing Car That Wheelchair Users Can Just Drive Away
A woman in a wheelchair wanted to help people like her to become more independent, so she designed and is now manufacturing an innovative electric car that provides easy access and drivability, without ever getting out of your chair. Stacy Zoern, an intellectual-property attorney in Texas, quit her job to build her new company, Kenguru.
Parents Turn 8-Year-Old Son's Wheelchair Into Amazing 'Wheel of Fortune' Costume
If you have never been on the actual "Wheel of Fortune" show, then have no fear - you can just use Anthony Alfano's Halloween costume instead.
One-Legged Man Hops Into Funny Annual Halloween Costumes–LOOK
Instead of looking at his condition as a disability, Josh Sundquist has given us a leg-up on his attitude with unique, hilarious Halloween costumes.
Tiny Disabled Dog is Big Inspiration for Nursing Home Seniors
A tiny puppy born disabled could not put any weight on her front legs. Not only was she subject to bullying by other puppies in the litter, she was getting bruised by falling on her legs. It was fate that the dog's caretaker decided it would be best to bring her to work -- at the nursing home. The dog named BeeBee became a moving inspiration to the elderly residents there who were going through their own health issues.
First Ultra-Accessible Waterpark for the Disabled Just Opened its Doors
This San Antonio, Texas waterpark just opened its doors to the public on Saturday – and anyone with a disability is given free admission.
Family Has Adopted 88 Special Needs Kids in the Past Four Decades
Camille and Michael Geraldi have adopted 88 children with autism, cerebral palsy, and Down syndrome – and they've selflessly loved and housed each one.
College Girl Gives Up Free Time to Show Special Needs Kids That They Can Dance
Watch what happens when you give these kids a chance to bust a move.
Blind Boy Receives Heartwarming Response in Braille From Nintendo
Hibiki couldn't contain his excitement when Nintendo responded to his heartfelt letter in braille.
Watch These Instructors Teach Kids in Hospice How to Dance
Kids who are in wheelchairs or undergoing chemotherapy may not be able to go to regular dance lessons – so these specialists bring the dance to them.
Community Helps Blind Lady Who Spent Savings on Sick Miniature Guide Pony
Ann Edie spent all of her life savings on healing her beloved guide horse – luckily, her community wasn't about to let her struggle alone.
Prisoners Change Their Lives, Becoming Expert Braille Transcribers for Blind Students
These inmates not only benefit society in a big way by transcribing books into braille — they cut the chances they will return to prison to almost zero.
Man With No Arms Wins Gold at National Archery Championship
Matt Stutzman doesn't need arms to compete in a national archery competition – and he definitely doesn't need arms to win first place.
Student Creates First Synthetic Retina For the Visually Impaired
This 24-year-old Colombian native has just developed a revolutionary breakthrough in restoring vision to the blind.
Pope Francis is Paying the Rent of a Private Beach for the Disabled
The only handicap-accessible beach in Rome has just received a hefty donation that is sure to cover their rent for the coming year.
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