Accessibility & Inclusion Consulting LLC
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My name is Annette Bourbonniere and I am - among other things - an accessibility & inclusion advocate for persons with disabilities. My podcast name is Nothing Without Us, Stories and Discussions of Meaningful Inclusion.
Metrics That Ration Healthcare
A bill has been introduced in Congress to bar the use of QALYs, DALY’s, and similar measures in all health programs. What this means and why we should support this bill.
#Disability
#Healthcare
#QualityofLife
A bill has been introduced in Congress to bar the use of QALYs, DALY’s, and similar measures in all health programs. What this means and why we should support this bill.
#Disability
#Healthcare
#QualityofLife
January 29, 2026 at 8:24 PM
Metrics That Ration Healthcare
A bill has been introduced in Congress to bar the use of QALYs, DALY’s, and similar measures in all health programs. What this means and why we should support this bill.
#Disability
#Healthcare
#QualityofLife
A bill has been introduced in Congress to bar the use of QALYs, DALY’s, and similar measures in all health programs. What this means and why we should support this bill.
#Disability
#Healthcare
#QualityofLife
Are Fake Service Dogs a Problem?
How big a problem are fake service dogs? What about the proliferation of ads purporting to certify emotional support animals? Do they cause problems for those of us with certified service dogs?
#ServiceDogs
#EmotionalSupportAnimals
How big a problem are fake service dogs? What about the proliferation of ads purporting to certify emotional support animals? Do they cause problems for those of us with certified service dogs?
#ServiceDogs
#EmotionalSupportAnimals
January 28, 2026 at 9:21 PM
Are Fake Service Dogs a Problem?
How big a problem are fake service dogs? What about the proliferation of ads purporting to certify emotional support animals? Do they cause problems for those of us with certified service dogs?
#ServiceDogs
#EmotionalSupportAnimals
How big a problem are fake service dogs? What about the proliferation of ads purporting to certify emotional support animals? Do they cause problems for those of us with certified service dogs?
#ServiceDogs
#EmotionalSupportAnimals
Televised Winter Olympics Will Be More Accessible
NBC Universal is making watching the Olympics more accessible. This is very good, and I applaud this decision, but I hope there is more televised Paralympic competitions.
NBC Universal is making watching the Olympics more accessible. This is very good, and I applaud this decision, but I hope there is more televised Paralympic competitions.
January 26, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Televised Winter Olympics Will Be More Accessible
NBC Universal is making watching the Olympics more accessible. This is very good, and I applaud this decision, but I hope there is more televised Paralympic competitions.
NBC Universal is making watching the Olympics more accessible. This is very good, and I applaud this decision, but I hope there is more televised Paralympic competitions.
State of the State Address
The Governor’s State of the State address made no mention of persons with disabilities. Don’t be surprised. It’s not unusual, but it is something we have the power to address – and we need to do just that.
The Governor’s State of the State address made no mention of persons with disabilities. Don’t be surprised. It’s not unusual, but it is something we have the power to address – and we need to do just that.
January 21, 2026 at 7:07 PM
State of the State Address
The Governor’s State of the State address made no mention of persons with disabilities. Don’t be surprised. It’s not unusual, but it is something we have the power to address – and we need to do just that.
The Governor’s State of the State address made no mention of persons with disabilities. Don’t be surprised. It’s not unusual, but it is something we have the power to address – and we need to do just that.
Bitch on Wheels Asks -The orange-faced monster thinks having an ASL interpreter when he speaks will make him look bad, and the Secretary of State thinks using a font that helps people with dyslexia is not worth the bother. Available on Ally and Activist Member Tiers.
January 20, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Bitch on Wheels Asks -The orange-faced monster thinks having an ASL interpreter when he speaks will make him look bad, and the Secretary of State thinks using a font that helps people with dyslexia is not worth the bother. Available on Ally and Activist Member Tiers.
Train the Trainer was a catch phrase a few years ago. Maybe Kirby has been taking a Train the Trainer course? While having dogs, especially service dogs, go through their paces on a regular basis is important, my dog has decided that I have the order of the paces wrong. Available on Member Tier.
January 19, 2026 at 6:51 PM
Train the Trainer was a catch phrase a few years ago. Maybe Kirby has been taking a Train the Trainer course? While having dogs, especially service dogs, go through their paces on a regular basis is important, my dog has decided that I have the order of the paces wrong. Available on Member Tier.
Justifying Disability
Some members of the general public think too many people claim to be disabled. People with disabilities are tired of justifying their need for accommodations. Where does reality lie?
Some members of the general public think too many people claim to be disabled. People with disabilities are tired of justifying their need for accommodations. Where does reality lie?
January 14, 2026 at 7:18 PM
Justifying Disability
Some members of the general public think too many people claim to be disabled. People with disabilities are tired of justifying their need for accommodations. Where does reality lie?
Some members of the general public think too many people claim to be disabled. People with disabilities are tired of justifying their need for accommodations. Where does reality lie?
Adoption Anniversary
Six years ago today, Kirby was brought to my home, entered my life, and took over my heart. I hope he thinks I'm taking as good care of him as he is of my. Best Service Dog EVER!
Six years ago today, Kirby was brought to my home, entered my life, and took over my heart. I hope he thinks I'm taking as good care of him as he is of my. Best Service Dog EVER!
January 14, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Adoption Anniversary
Six years ago today, Kirby was brought to my home, entered my life, and took over my heart. I hope he thinks I'm taking as good care of him as he is of my. Best Service Dog EVER!
Six years ago today, Kirby was brought to my home, entered my life, and took over my heart. I hope he thinks I'm taking as good care of him as he is of my. Best Service Dog EVER!
Parking Privileges for Pregnant Women?
Some states, like Florida and Illinois, have laws that give temporary disability parking permits to pregnant women, allowing them to park in accessibility parking spaces. Other states are considering such laws. Why is this a bad idea?
Some states, like Florida and Illinois, have laws that give temporary disability parking permits to pregnant women, allowing them to park in accessibility parking spaces. Other states are considering such laws. Why is this a bad idea?
January 13, 2026 at 11:33 PM
Parking Privileges for Pregnant Women?
Some states, like Florida and Illinois, have laws that give temporary disability parking permits to pregnant women, allowing them to park in accessibility parking spaces. Other states are considering such laws. Why is this a bad idea?
Some states, like Florida and Illinois, have laws that give temporary disability parking permits to pregnant women, allowing them to park in accessibility parking spaces. Other states are considering such laws. Why is this a bad idea?
Eligibility for ABLE accounts has been expanded to include anyone who incurred their disability prior to the age of 46. That’s good news. For some people. But not everyone will benefit.
January 12, 2026 at 7:56 PM
Eligibility for ABLE accounts has been expanded to include anyone who incurred their disability prior to the age of 46. That’s good news. For some people. But not everyone will benefit.
Eligibility for ABLE accounts has been expanded to include anyone who incurred their disability prior to the age of 46. That’s good news. For some people. But not everyone will benefit.
January 12, 2026 at 7:48 PM
Eligibility for ABLE accounts has been expanded to include anyone who incurred their disability prior to the age of 46. That’s good news. For some people. But not everyone will benefit.
Bitch on Wheels – Disabled Is Not the Same as Elderly
Are people with disabilities, small children, elderly, teenagers, regular adults? The truth is that we are all of the above. But many people want to lump us together in some category. Available on Ally and Activist tiers or one-time purchase.
Are people with disabilities, small children, elderly, teenagers, regular adults? The truth is that we are all of the above. But many people want to lump us together in some category. Available on Ally and Activist tiers or one-time purchase.
January 7, 2026 at 9:22 PM
Bitch on Wheels – Disabled Is Not the Same as Elderly
Are people with disabilities, small children, elderly, teenagers, regular adults? The truth is that we are all of the above. But many people want to lump us together in some category. Available on Ally and Activist tiers or one-time purchase.
Are people with disabilities, small children, elderly, teenagers, regular adults? The truth is that we are all of the above. But many people want to lump us together in some category. Available on Ally and Activist tiers or one-time purchase.
Kirby the Super Service Dog Brings Extra Benefits
Sometimes an assistance dog becomes more, does more than he has been trained to do. The bond is very special. Happy New Year!
Available to all paid members.
#ServiceDog
Sometimes an assistance dog becomes more, does more than he has been trained to do. The bond is very special. Happy New Year!
Available to all paid members.
#ServiceDog
January 5, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Kirby the Super Service Dog Brings Extra Benefits
Sometimes an assistance dog becomes more, does more than he has been trained to do. The bond is very special. Happy New Year!
Available to all paid members.
#ServiceDog
Sometimes an assistance dog becomes more, does more than he has been trained to do. The bond is very special. Happy New Year!
Available to all paid members.
#ServiceDog
Goodbye 2025, Happy 2026
It's goodbye to the very stressful 2025. Here comes 2026. Will it be better? Let's make it so.
It's goodbye to the very stressful 2025. Here comes 2026. Will it be better? Let's make it so.
January 1, 2026 at 5:21 PM
Goodbye 2025, Happy 2026
It's goodbye to the very stressful 2025. Here comes 2026. Will it be better? Let's make it so.
It's goodbye to the very stressful 2025. Here comes 2026. Will it be better? Let's make it so.
Healthcare Disaster - 2026
What is the risk to people with disabilities if the tax subsidies for the ACA are not extended and Medicaid cuts also take effect?
#ACA
#Disability
#Healthcare
#Medicaid
#Medicare
What is the risk to people with disabilities if the tax subsidies for the ACA are not extended and Medicaid cuts also take effect?
#ACA
#Disability
#Healthcare
#Medicaid
#Medicare
December 29, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Healthcare Disaster - 2026
What is the risk to people with disabilities if the tax subsidies for the ACA are not extended and Medicaid cuts also take effect?
#ACA
#Disability
#Healthcare
#Medicaid
#Medicare
What is the risk to people with disabilities if the tax subsidies for the ACA are not extended and Medicaid cuts also take effect?
#ACA
#Disability
#Healthcare
#Medicaid
#Medicare
Let Brown Community Grieve Without Conspiracies
Four people have died, 9 people were injured, and communities have been left to grieve the losses. Still, there has been a lot of finger pointing and the whole event has been politicized.
Four people have died, 9 people were injured, and communities have been left to grieve the losses. Still, there has been a lot of finger pointing and the whole event has been politicized.
December 24, 2025 at 7:51 PM
Let Brown Community Grieve Without Conspiracies
Four people have died, 9 people were injured, and communities have been left to grieve the losses. Still, there has been a lot of finger pointing and the whole event has been politicized.
Four people have died, 9 people were injured, and communities have been left to grieve the losses. Still, there has been a lot of finger pointing and the whole event has been politicized.
Inclusion or Exclusion in Extracurricular Activities?
Even schools that do a reasonable job of providing academic accommodations fail to be inclusive when it comes to extracurricular activities. Available to paid members now and to the public on 12/29/25.
Even schools that do a reasonable job of providing academic accommodations fail to be inclusive when it comes to extracurricular activities. Available to paid members now and to the public on 12/29/25.
December 21, 2025 at 9:03 PM
Inclusion or Exclusion in Extracurricular Activities?
Even schools that do a reasonable job of providing academic accommodations fail to be inclusive when it comes to extracurricular activities. Available to paid members now and to the public on 12/29/25.
Even schools that do a reasonable job of providing academic accommodations fail to be inclusive when it comes to extracurricular activities. Available to paid members now and to the public on 12/29/25.
Happy International Day of Persons with Disabilities
This day is an international day of observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. The theme being put forth by the UN for 2025 is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”
This day is an international day of observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. The theme being put forth by the UN for 2025 is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”
December 3, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Happy International Day of Persons with Disabilities
This day is an international day of observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. The theme being put forth by the UN for 2025 is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”
This day is an international day of observance promoted by the United Nations since 1992. The theme being put forth by the UN for 2025 is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”
This is a special posting of the video of most of the presentations at the Summit on Affordable Housing and Homelessness in Newport RI on 11/19/25. We did not have a professional setup for making the video, so please excuse any parts that show that.
December 2, 2025 at 7:33 PM
This is a special posting of the video of most of the presentations at the Summit on Affordable Housing and Homelessness in Newport RI on 11/19/25. We did not have a professional setup for making the video, so please excuse any parts that show that.
Giving Tuesday - Please give to these worthy organizations.
pawswithacause.org/donate/
donorbox.org/newport-hous...
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pawswithacause.org/donate/
donorbox.org/newport-hous...
www.paypal.com/donate/?host...
December 2, 2025 at 3:37 PM
Giving Tuesday - Please give to these worthy organizations.
pawswithacause.org/donate/
donorbox.org/newport-hous...
www.paypal.com/donate/?host...
pawswithacause.org/donate/
donorbox.org/newport-hous...
www.paypal.com/donate/?host...
Whether due to racism, sexism, or ableism, violence is increasing in this country, reaching down into our schools. Let’s do something about all these isms. Who will start? The federal government? States? Cities? Schools? Parents? Maybe all of us?
December 1, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Whether due to racism, sexism, or ableism, violence is increasing in this country, reaching down into our schools. Let’s do something about all these isms. Who will start? The federal government? States? Cities? Schools? Parents? Maybe all of us?
PAWS to be Thankful – I am grateful for my PAWS dog, Kirby. Please help others get what I am so lucky to have – a certified assistance dog, trained to meet my specific needs by donating to Paws with a Cause. Donations between now and Giving Tuesday will be doubled.
pawswithacause.org/donate/
pawswithacause.org/donate/
November 26, 2025 at 7:18 PM
PAWS to be Thankful – I am grateful for my PAWS dog, Kirby. Please help others get what I am so lucky to have – a certified assistance dog, trained to meet my specific needs by donating to Paws with a Cause. Donations between now and Giving Tuesday will be doubled.
pawswithacause.org/donate/
pawswithacause.org/donate/
The holidays are coming. Thanksgiving is this week and the winter holidays will be following soon after. Are you able to visit family and friends? Who will be missing from your Thanksgiving table?
November 23, 2025 at 6:58 PM
The holidays are coming. Thanksgiving is this week and the winter holidays will be following soon after. Are you able to visit family and friends? Who will be missing from your Thanksgiving table?
I have occasionally talked about what gives me hope in today’s distressing times. Now, I have one more thing. The generosity of everyday Americans. Remember - there are more of us than there are billionaires.
November 22, 2025 at 9:27 PM
I have occasionally talked about what gives me hope in today’s distressing times. Now, I have one more thing. The generosity of everyday Americans. Remember - there are more of us than there are billionaires.
Alice Wong, a prominent disability activist whose work is known to the disability community across the world, died on November 14, 2025.
I’m sure she never heard of me, but much of her work informed the work I do. RIP Alice Wong
I’m sure she never heard of me, but much of her work informed the work I do. RIP Alice Wong
November 22, 2025 at 12:21 AM
Alice Wong, a prominent disability activist whose work is known to the disability community across the world, died on November 14, 2025.
I’m sure she never heard of me, but much of her work informed the work I do. RIP Alice Wong
I’m sure she never heard of me, but much of her work informed the work I do. RIP Alice Wong