193 - Accessibility Matters, Air Travel Is Not Exempt

<p>Kyle's Wheelchair was damaged on an American Airlines flight in April.  It is now September and it is just now getting resolved.  </p> <p>While working his way through the situation, Kyle phoned a friend, Mary Caruso who provided advice and encouragement about the process and how to conduct oneself while advocating for what you need.  Ultimately Mary's advice lead to a reimbursement check from the airline.</p> <p>You gotta know your rights and you gotta believe that you are just as important as the person next to you.  Take it from Mary.</p> <p> </p> <hr /> <p> </p> <p>This episode was brought to you in part by Horizon Therapeutics.</p> <p>In 2017, Horizon Therapeutics launched the #RAREis program designed to elevate the voices, faces and experiences of people living with rare diseases, as well as highlight programs and resources tailored to the rare disease community. Visit <a title="#RAREis" href="https://rareiscommunity.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">rareiscommunity.com</a> for more info.</p>