There are many different types of supports. These can include: emotional, physical, finanical, social, and academic support. My husband gives me support from all of these areas. My husband is a wonderful support for me. He supports me by always being there for me emotionally, helping out with household chores, and taking care of our children when needed so I am able to focus on school. My husband always encourages me to do my best with my schoolwork. We are a team and I could not do this without him and his support. I also have a huge support system with my mother. She helps out by watching my children and always being there for me. I am very blessed to have my husband and mother in life and to have them help and support me so much. It would be very difficult without these supports. I don't think I would be able to go back to school or buy my children things that they need. I would probably have to work two jobs or live in a very tiny house or apartment if I did not have my husband. His supports is what I need on a daily basis to keep me motivated to keep pushing on when times are tough.
I often think of the challenges that children and adults face when they are bound to a wheelchair. They need all kinds of support from others for their daily living. If I found myself suddenly having to be in a wheelchair I think it would be difficult. I would need a lot of emotional support. It would be hard watching everyone else walk or run and knowing that I can no longer do those things. I'm sure there would be times that I would need someone's shoulder to cry on or to complain and vent my anger with. I would need physical support. I would not be able to drive myself places so I would need support there. I would also need someone helping me around the house doing everyday tasks that would not longer be easy for me. Finding a decent paying job may be difficult so I would need financial support. I also would need help with my children. I have two very young sons and would need help raising them. I think being in a wheelchair would be very challenging and difficult for me.
