Denise Reich
@writerdenise.bsky.social
Xennial who occasionally writes things. Californian and proud of it. Live w #CVID and try to advocate where I can. Always blue. 🌈 Stand w 🇺🇦 🇩🇰 🇨🇦 🇩🇪 https://denisenox.wordpress.com/
I AM NOT that Denver person, bodybuilder, parent or singer!!!
I AM NOT that Denver person, bodybuilder, parent or singer!!!
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Denise Reich
@writerdenise.bsky.social
· Nov 29
- realized I didn't introduce myself here.
I've written for publications ranging from the Saturday Evening Post to Shameless magazine. I have #CVID, #hypersomnia, congenital cardiac and connective tissue issues, am HoH, and try to advocate for #disability and #ChronicIllness issues where I can.
I've written for publications ranging from the Saturday Evening Post to Shameless magazine. I have #CVID, #hypersomnia, congenital cardiac and connective tissue issues, am HoH, and try to advocate for #disability and #ChronicIllness issues where I can.
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#FFXIV FanFest is neither a safe nor accessible convention.
-People asking for disability accessibility need to have a phone call to prove their needs
-they then must agree to specific accessibility accommodations within 24 hours of a follow up email or schedule another full phone call.
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-People asking for disability accessibility need to have a phone call to prove their needs
-they then must agree to specific accessibility accommodations within 24 hours of a follow up email or schedule another full phone call.
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November 24, 2025 at 7:00 PM
#FFXIV FanFest is neither a safe nor accessible convention.
-People asking for disability accessibility need to have a phone call to prove their needs
-they then must agree to specific accessibility accommodations within 24 hours of a follow up email or schedule another full phone call.
1/6
-People asking for disability accessibility need to have a phone call to prove their needs
-they then must agree to specific accessibility accommodations within 24 hours of a follow up email or schedule another full phone call.
1/6
Reading comments about the Busch Gardens rollator ban is exhausting. SO many commenters seem to think they are experts in what disabled people need and should use.
Maybe each disabled person knows what they need, not you? Just saying. #disability #ChronicIllness #BuschGardens
Maybe each disabled person knows what they need, not you? Just saying. #disability #ChronicIllness #BuschGardens
November 26, 2025 at 7:27 AM
Reading comments about the Busch Gardens rollator ban is exhausting. SO many commenters seem to think they are experts in what disabled people need and should use.
Maybe each disabled person knows what they need, not you? Just saying. #disability #ChronicIllness #BuschGardens
Maybe each disabled person knows what they need, not you? Just saying. #disability #ChronicIllness #BuschGardens
I need a rollator w a seat sometimes because I get dizzy/drowsy and can't stand for long periods of time. No, a wheelchair or scooter would not work for me. I very much hope rollator users' ADA rights of access will be protected. #disability #FFS
www.wesh.com/article/doj-...
www.wesh.com/article/doj-...
DOJ launches investigation into SeaWorld Orlando, Aquatica and Busch Gardens
The Justice Department has launched an investigation into United Parks & Resorts Inc. to determine if the company is violating the Americans with Disabilities Act
www.wesh.com
November 26, 2025 at 2:41 AM
I need a rollator w a seat sometimes because I get dizzy/drowsy and can't stand for long periods of time. No, a wheelchair or scooter would not work for me. I very much hope rollator users' ADA rights of access will be protected. #disability #FFS
www.wesh.com/article/doj-...
www.wesh.com/article/doj-...
Still just as true for me as when I wrote this. Dang I miss Shameless magazine, as well. #Thanksgiving #ShamelessMagazine #IMissYouShamelessMagazine
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No Thanks: Why I Don’t Celebrate American Thanksgiving
I stopped celebrating Thanksgiving, officially, when I was in college. Before that I’d been lukewarm on the holiday. Luckily for me, my family wasn’t overly enthusiastic about it either. While we occa...
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November 25, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Still just as true for me as when I wrote this. Dang I miss Shameless magazine, as well. #Thanksgiving #ShamelessMagazine #IMissYouShamelessMagazine
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This is who she was.
Passionate in her beliefs. Fiercely loyal to her friends. Never afraid to let you know exactly where she stood. The best.
Fun Fact: I remember arguing with her over which of us hated Piggy the most. I was sure I did. She disagreed. It remains unresolved...
Passionate in her beliefs. Fiercely loyal to her friends. Never afraid to let you know exactly where she stood. The best.
Fun Fact: I remember arguing with her over which of us hated Piggy the most. I was sure I did. She disagreed. It remains unresolved...
November 24, 2025 at 8:15 PM
This is who she was.
Passionate in her beliefs. Fiercely loyal to her friends. Never afraid to let you know exactly where she stood. The best.
Fun Fact: I remember arguing with her over which of us hated Piggy the most. I was sure I did. She disagreed. It remains unresolved...
Passionate in her beliefs. Fiercely loyal to her friends. Never afraid to let you know exactly where she stood. The best.
Fun Fact: I remember arguing with her over which of us hated Piggy the most. I was sure I did. She disagreed. It remains unresolved...
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“If it’s that bad, you would have help!”
Help doesn’t magically arrive when you become disabled.
You’re not assigned a caregiver or given more money based on severity.
Many need more help than they’re getting.
If you’re struggling tonight, know you’re not alone.
Many of us are with you.
Help doesn’t magically arrive when you become disabled.
You’re not assigned a caregiver or given more money based on severity.
Many need more help than they’re getting.
If you’re struggling tonight, know you’re not alone.
Many of us are with you.
November 23, 2025 at 10:18 AM
“If it’s that bad, you would have help!”
Help doesn’t magically arrive when you become disabled.
You’re not assigned a caregiver or given more money based on severity.
Many need more help than they’re getting.
If you’re struggling tonight, know you’re not alone.
Many of us are with you.
Help doesn’t magically arrive when you become disabled.
You’re not assigned a caregiver or given more money based on severity.
Many need more help than they’re getting.
If you’re struggling tonight, know you’re not alone.
Many of us are with you.
The mere existence of a ramp does not mean your site is "fully accessible." Especially when said ramp is a steep switchback that is difficult for people with respiratory/cardiac/mobility conditions to climb or is too narrow for some mobility aids. Just saying. #disability #ChronicIllness
November 22, 2025 at 6:43 AM
The mere existence of a ramp does not mean your site is "fully accessible." Especially when said ramp is a steep switchback that is difficult for people with respiratory/cardiac/mobility conditions to climb or is too narrow for some mobility aids. Just saying. #disability #ChronicIllness
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Please remember that many disabled people won’t be at the No Kings rallies tomorrow.
A lot of the planned events are not accessible and/or disabled people are not safe or well enough to attend.
Anything you can do to increase accessibility and inclusion will help the resistance!
A lot of the planned events are not accessible and/or disabled people are not safe or well enough to attend.
Anything you can do to increase accessibility and inclusion will help the resistance!
October 18, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Please remember that many disabled people won’t be at the No Kings rallies tomorrow.
A lot of the planned events are not accessible and/or disabled people are not safe or well enough to attend.
Anything you can do to increase accessibility and inclusion will help the resistance!
A lot of the planned events are not accessible and/or disabled people are not safe or well enough to attend.
Anything you can do to increase accessibility and inclusion will help the resistance!
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“The rule is likely to be the largest-ever cut to Social Security Disability Insurance.”
Despite repeatedly promising not to cut Social Security, the Trump Admin is reportedly preparing a proposed rule that could reduce the share of applicants who qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance by up to 20%--which would be the largest cut ever. 🧵
www.cbpp.org/blog/trump-a...
www.cbpp.org/blog/trump-a...
Trump Administration Plans Deep Cuts to Social Security Disability Insurance, Particularly for Older Workers
Despite repeatedly promising not to cut Social Security, the Trump Administration is reportedly preparing a proposed rule that could reduce the share of applicants who qualify for Social Security...
www.cbpp.org
October 18, 2025 at 12:50 AM
“The rule is likely to be the largest-ever cut to Social Security Disability Insurance.”
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On the eve of these protests, I wish I could be in large crowds without it sending me into a grand mal seizure.
For everyone held back by disability or other circumstances, your activism doesn't mean less if you can't attend.
Send postcards, make phone calls, speak up.
You still matter.
#Pinks
For everyone held back by disability or other circumstances, your activism doesn't mean less if you can't attend.
Send postcards, make phone calls, speak up.
You still matter.
#Pinks
October 17, 2025 at 11:25 PM
On the eve of these protests, I wish I could be in large crowds without it sending me into a grand mal seizure.
For everyone held back by disability or other circumstances, your activism doesn't mean less if you can't attend.
Send postcards, make phone calls, speak up.
You still matter.
#Pinks
For everyone held back by disability or other circumstances, your activism doesn't mean less if you can't attend.
Send postcards, make phone calls, speak up.
You still matter.
#Pinks
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As a Jewish New Yorker, can I humbly ask the moderators of this debate to ask the candidates about their city policies, not their foreign policies?
October 16, 2025 at 11:30 PM
As a Jewish New Yorker, can I humbly ask the moderators of this debate to ask the candidates about their city policies, not their foreign policies?
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A popular YouTube channel put out a video arguing that games shouldn't have Easy Mode, so this is as good a time as any to remind everyone: Difficulty Options Are Accessibility.
October 16, 2025 at 1:56 AM
A popular YouTube channel put out a video arguing that games shouldn't have Easy Mode, so this is as good a time as any to remind everyone: Difficulty Options Are Accessibility.
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Feeling powerless? Prop 50 is the fight that actually matters. Republicans are rewriting the rules to silence voters and steal seats, but we can stop them—for now. This is our chance to push back, protect our voices, and prove resistance works. Vote #YESonProp50 and reclaim control.
October 15, 2025 at 12:16 AM
Feeling powerless? Prop 50 is the fight that actually matters. Republicans are rewriting the rules to silence voters and steal seats, but we can stop them—for now. This is our chance to push back, protect our voices, and prove resistance works. Vote #YESonProp50 and reclaim control.
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Whoa‼️ Dems could lose 19 seats due to GOP gerrymandering.
CA, UT & MD can’t fight fire with fire alone. Other blue states must step up, and every Democrat needs to vote. Don’t sit out any election.
Push your governors and legislators to act. Tell friends and family to vote. Help them. #YesOnProp50
CA, UT & MD can’t fight fire with fire alone. Other blue states must step up, and every Democrat needs to vote. Don’t sit out any election.
Push your governors and legislators to act. Tell friends and family to vote. Help them. #YesOnProp50
October 15, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Whoa‼️ Dems could lose 19 seats due to GOP gerrymandering.
CA, UT & MD can’t fight fire with fire alone. Other blue states must step up, and every Democrat needs to vote. Don’t sit out any election.
Push your governors and legislators to act. Tell friends and family to vote. Help them. #YesOnProp50
CA, UT & MD can’t fight fire with fire alone. Other blue states must step up, and every Democrat needs to vote. Don’t sit out any election.
Push your governors and legislators to act. Tell friends and family to vote. Help them. #YesOnProp50
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California voters, are you paying attention?
North Carolina Republicans are redrawing the map to hand Trump another seat. They’re bragging about locking down Congress for him.
Prop 50 isn’t optional, it’s how we fight back. #YesOnProp50
North Carolina Republicans are redrawing the map to hand Trump another seat. They’re bragging about locking down Congress for him.
Prop 50 isn’t optional, it’s how we fight back. #YesOnProp50
October 14, 2025 at 6:56 PM
California voters, are you paying attention?
North Carolina Republicans are redrawing the map to hand Trump another seat. They’re bragging about locking down Congress for him.
Prop 50 isn’t optional, it’s how we fight back. #YesOnProp50
North Carolina Republicans are redrawing the map to hand Trump another seat. They’re bragging about locking down Congress for him.
Prop 50 isn’t optional, it’s how we fight back. #YesOnProp50
Saw a take that was essentially "people on disability can't attend conventions."
I am not sure if they meant people receiving disability payments, or people who are disabled, or both? But let's parse that out.
1. "Disability" payments are not always SSI. 1/
I am not sure if they meant people receiving disability payments, or people who are disabled, or both? But let's parse that out.
1. "Disability" payments are not always SSI. 1/
October 15, 2025 at 6:37 AM
Saw a take that was essentially "people on disability can't attend conventions."
I am not sure if they meant people receiving disability payments, or people who are disabled, or both? But let's parse that out.
1. "Disability" payments are not always SSI. 1/
I am not sure if they meant people receiving disability payments, or people who are disabled, or both? But let's parse that out.
1. "Disability" payments are not always SSI. 1/
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Sci fi / horror conventions are requiring masks in 2025 but disability related conferences continue to refuse to consider masks & some even refuse to have virtual options
If you refuse to accommodate #immunocompromised people, you’re not as “inclusive” / “accessible” as you think you are
#ableism
If you refuse to accommodate #immunocompromised people, you’re not as “inclusive” / “accessible” as you think you are
#ableism
September 18, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Sci fi / horror conventions are requiring masks in 2025 but disability related conferences continue to refuse to consider masks & some even refuse to have virtual options
If you refuse to accommodate #immunocompromised people, you’re not as “inclusive” / “accessible” as you think you are
#ableism
If you refuse to accommodate #immunocompromised people, you’re not as “inclusive” / “accessible” as you think you are
#ableism
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Vaccines are safe and effective.
Autism isn't caused by vaccines, and autistic people and their families deserve our support.
When you want information, ask your doctor.
It's more important than ever for all of us to speak plainly, truthfully, and directly about public health.
Autism isn't caused by vaccines, and autistic people and their families deserve our support.
When you want information, ask your doctor.
It's more important than ever for all of us to speak plainly, truthfully, and directly about public health.
October 14, 2025 at 1:33 AM
Vaccines are safe and effective.
Autism isn't caused by vaccines, and autistic people and their families deserve our support.
When you want information, ask your doctor.
It's more important than ever for all of us to speak plainly, truthfully, and directly about public health.
Autism isn't caused by vaccines, and autistic people and their families deserve our support.
When you want information, ask your doctor.
It's more important than ever for all of us to speak plainly, truthfully, and directly about public health.
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Respect to those who got here first.
October 13, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Respect to those who got here first.
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The people of AZ-07 chose Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva to represent them, and Mike Johnson’s delay in swearing her in is undemocratic and unacceptable. Her constituents deserve their voice in Congress.
I stand with #AdelitaGrijalva. #SwearHerIn
I stand with #AdelitaGrijalva. #SwearHerIn
October 13, 2025 at 1:47 PM
The people of AZ-07 chose Congresswoman-elect Adelita Grijalva to represent them, and Mike Johnson’s delay in swearing her in is undemocratic and unacceptable. Her constituents deserve their voice in Congress.
I stand with #AdelitaGrijalva. #SwearHerIn
I stand with #AdelitaGrijalva. #SwearHerIn
Saw a post asking about medical gaslighting/dismissal. My top 3:
Doctor, talking to me, 18-21, with chest pain, shortness of breath and dizziness with a strong family Hx of cardiac issues:
"You're too young for heart problems."
(spoiler: I was not)
#disability #chronicIllness #MedSky 1/
Doctor, talking to me, 18-21, with chest pain, shortness of breath and dizziness with a strong family Hx of cardiac issues:
"You're too young for heart problems."
(spoiler: I was not)
#disability #chronicIllness #MedSky 1/
October 13, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Saw a post asking about medical gaslighting/dismissal. My top 3:
Doctor, talking to me, 18-21, with chest pain, shortness of breath and dizziness with a strong family Hx of cardiac issues:
"You're too young for heart problems."
(spoiler: I was not)
#disability #chronicIllness #MedSky 1/
Doctor, talking to me, 18-21, with chest pain, shortness of breath and dizziness with a strong family Hx of cardiac issues:
"You're too young for heart problems."
(spoiler: I was not)
#disability #chronicIllness #MedSky 1/