17/01/2026
Things that annoy wheelchairs users
- Not physically disabled people parking in accessible parking spaces.
- Accessible bathroom stalls being used by an able-bodied person.
Talking over my head as if I am not there.
- Continuing to insist on helping me after I’ve said “no thanks.”
Congratulating me for going to store as if it is some kind of an accomplishment.
- Strangers asking what happened to me.
- Asking me if I can pop a wheelie.
- Not inviting me to an event to help me avoid frustration.
- Patting me on my head.
- Holding on to the back of my chair so I can’t move.
- Speaking slowly to me because I’m in a wheelchair
- Asking me how fast this things goes.
(Source: www.advancedmobilityscooters.com)