My Tips for going to the Dentist This article is about how I've managed to access brilliant, safe and (almost affordable) dental care over the last decade or so; it's also written for those having difficulty accessing dental care. Perhaps, like a friend of mine, you're about to facilitate an appointment with a new dentist and have hesitations? If it's an art to master … [Read more...] about How to Go to the Dentist: Part I
Human Rights
Access to Buildings and Services: Guidelines and Information
It's been bought to our attention at Labyrinth Press that some documents, particularly the 'Access to Buildings and Services: Guidelines and Information' document, which is useful for people with chemical sensitivity were missing from the the Australian Human Rights website and from the internet; and indeed, links to this document were actually broken across this site. And, I … [Read more...] about Access to Buildings and Services: Guidelines and Information
Fragrance Free School Policies
As most of my readers know, I completed my Diploma of Professional Writing and Editing at Victoria University (VU) in 2014. (I'm going back in 2017 to begin the swiss-army-knife of all degrees, An Arts Degree!) There is no Fragrance Free Policy in place at this time as far as I know. However, I'm sure it's just a matter of time before there is one protecting those of us who … [Read more...] about Fragrance Free School Policies
How to Get a Shop Assistant’s Assistance Without Going Into the Shop
Sometimes, there are essential items just waiting for us, sitting on shelves inside buildings that are impossible to access. This is most commonly true when it comes to accessing Australian pharmacies that dispense medications and medical items, and sell personal care products: it's the fragrances that are the problem. (Ironic isn't it? Going to get medical items causes you to … [Read more...] about How to Get a Shop Assistant’s Assistance Without Going Into the Shop
Imagine How This Feels…
A while back, I came across this post. A part of this woman's life mirrors of my own. It's freaky, actually. I admire her bravery and tenacity; but most of all, I admire her artistic merit. Her blog is full of creative insight. Seriously, you must visit. Just click here. "I don’t know if there was an initial exposure that started this sensitivity, but I wasn’t always … [Read more...] about Imagine How This Feels…