Kelly tells her friends she loves her new volunteer position. "Each day, I get to help Mrs. Chan, a senior citizen who is crippled, spend time at the local park and enjoy the benefits." What language sensitivity concerns may be raised as a result of Kelly's comment?

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Kelly's comment makes reference to Mrs. Chan's disability, which could raise concerns about the use of disabilities language. It is important to be mindful of the language used when talking about individuals with disabilities and to not use language that perpetuates stereotypes or stigmatizes individuals based on their disabilities.

Kelly Tells Her Friends She Loves Her New Volunteer Position