Carol was a volunteer for Family T.I.E.S. for four years and served as their board chair for two years before becoming the director. Carol is the mother of two children and wife of 23 years to husband, Oscar. After many years of experience in advocating for children, Carol looks forward to helping Family T.I.E.S. continue their mission of providing service to families of children with disabilities and helping them to understand their rights. Carol would like to thank all those who have supported her during her transition to this new position. The Amish Cope with Disability By Deborah Kendrick, a Cincinnati writer and advocate for people with disabilities.
Disability happens in every culture and every socioeconomic group.
The Amish, quaint, admirable people who keep the old ways of farming and making beautiful, utilitarian goods, are no exception. They are, however, an exception to how disability is viewed. And there s the fellow who can t walk, but we just made a ramp to bring his wheelchair into his store. Syl and Clara Hershberger are marvelous examples of how the Amish adapt to disability. Together, they keep a sparse and happy home and run a successful business in Holmes County.