Greetings from Adelaide, Intergalactic Council.
Since my last report, I’ve delved further into the complexities of human anatomy and the varied ways their physical and cognitive systems can operate outside their norm. There are numerous conditions that Earthlings categorise under ‘disabilities,’ and the amount of support coordination in Adelaide required to assist individuals with these varying conditions is quite remarkable.
One puzzling aspect of human anatomy is their bilateral symmetry. Why two of everything? Two visual receptors, two auditory sensors, a pair of upper and lower locomotion appendages. A single malfunction in these pairs, and they face significant challenges. And yet, they have only one central processing unit – a ‘brain,’ they call it. Quite the design flaw if you ask me.
Their care for those with cognitive variations is equally as intricate. The use of adapted communication techniques, sensory environments, and something called ’empathy’ seems to make a big difference. I had a close encounter with this ’empathy’ thing during an Earthling interaction known as a ‘hug.’ A curious physical contact ritual that seems to provide comfort.
In my attempts to understand this system better, I’ve been asking, “What is a disability support worker?” Apparently, they are these incredible human beings who aid individuals with disabilities in their daily tasks, fostering independence and enriching their quality of life. Their tasks range from daily care to skill development, and they exhibit a deep commitment to the wellbeing of the individuals they serve.
What’s more, these support workers are everywhere, in all sorts of roles. Some assist with medical needs while others focus on daily life tasks and skills development. They even have people dedicated to ensuring outdoor spaces are accessible!
I continue to grapple with human norms and their constant need for hydration and nutrition (note to self: coffee, the hot beverage I mentioned last time, seems to be of great cultural significance), but my admiration for their disability support systems grows every Earth day.
Stay tuned for more findings,
Zylar.