Apologies for the triggering post. We didn’t know that protecting ourselves (specifically a disabled and immunocompromised person) & others was so outrageous! Fortunately, we don’t call anyone any names when they disagree. To each their own but don’t come for our personal choice
We’re Jacqueline & Alexa, the founders of Dateability-the only dating app for disabled & chronically ill ppl! Jacqueline is immunocompromised, so we continue to mask to protect ourselves from Covid/other illness & to protect ppl around us as well💙
#DisabilityTwitter
#Dateability
Since we got some new follows, we want to reintroduce ourselves! We are the only dating app for disabled and chronically ill people. We also have a large Covid-conscious pop. too! Dateability is disability-founded and still a small biz. Available for free in North America
@herr_kater86
Ya’ll masking? We are the founders of dateability, the only dating app for disabled & chronically ill people and we are still always masking!!!
A vulnerable and honest piece by Theresa Vargas for
@washingtonpost
about the origin of Dateability. The most successful businesses have a personal story behind them— this is ours.
@AXSChat
I struggled greatly on the other apps. People would discriminate against me and say really offensive comments. I got ghosted or rejected at any mention of being disabled. I longed to meet someone with a shared perspective who would love me for every part of me.
#AXSChat
@hutchleah
We have success stories with people who are Covid-realists! It’s beautiful to see. In a few weeks, users will be able to filter by the Covid-cautious Dateability Deet to get more specific results!
@BbwGracey420
@anthonydmarek
Come join us! We’re a dating app for mostly disabled/chronically ill people, but also for people who just care! We are very Covid conscious and I imagine many of our users are too. We just launched in Oct ‘22, but our community is growing every day 💙
@AXSChat
We need systemic and societal changes to address these issues. Sure, apps can make their tech more accessible, but as long as society sees disabled people as broken and unworthy, these same issues will arise.
#AXSChat
@AXSChat
Safety is our top priority. Every social networking app has inherent risk and we aim to educate our users to be aware of red flags. We personally review any reports of suspicious or inappropriate behavior.
#AXSChat
Per our conversation with
@theBrianaMills
about her experience on the apps, did you know there's a queer-friendly dating app specifically designed for the disabled and chronically ill communities?! 😲 Learn all about
@DateabilityApp
at ! ♿📱💕
@AXSChat
The more I hid my disability, the harder it was. By opening up about my experiences, I realized I wasn’t alone. It was bittersweet but there was a strange comfort knowing I wasn’t the only one w/ those experiences.The more people speak out, the more we can change things.
#AXSChat
@AXSChat
Being open & honest about our experiences will help. Representation truly matters. Disability is a spectrum, but often people don’t realize that. Hearing from & seeing people w/ different disabilities will bring awareness to important issues that require change.
#AXSChat
Looking for love? Then we’re looking for YOU! Runway of Dreams and Dateability are celebrating love without limits & have teamed up to give you a chance to meet your match on the runway during NYFW! For your shot at love on our runway, sign up here
@_bahhumbug
Our app, Dateability, launched last month! We are the only dating app for disabled and chronically ill communities. We are available on the App Store, Google Play and web app!
@AlexaChild0404
@EmyleWatkins
We’ve got almost 20K users and several success stories. 10% of our user base is non-disabled ☺️❤️ we’re out here making love accessible!
@Ramyisback
There are a few apps like
@DateabilityApp
that are for people with disabilities to meet. The fab
@ChrisAlvino
and I had a great convo on dating with a chronic illness in our last town hall.
Seeing our names + business printed in a book is surreal. We are so flattered to be included in Dateable, a book that so brilliantly and honestly delves into dating with disability and chronic illness. Get your copy today & support two incredible disabled authors! 💛
#Disability
@Unuhinuii
@NeilMilliken
@AXSChat
That's a totally valid question and a common one to ask before commitment! In my case, I was told it would be selfish to have children within 3 messages! 😡
#AXSChat
@AXSChat
The disabled population is vast and intersectional, making up the largest minority. Anyone can join this minority at any point which creates so much diversity within this subset of the population. Disability typically affects every person at some point in their life.
#AXSChat
You spoke and we listened! You can now officially swipe on users in your area. There is still an option to turn off the location function and see people outside of your radius; we know how meaningful virtual/long-distance connection can be! Happy swiping! 📍
#Dateability
NEW FEATURE! Dateability now offers a profile verification process to enhance the safety of our users! Complete your verification today! *This feature is only available on smartphones. Please email or DM for alternative method if inaccessible.* 💛
#Dateability
#DisabledDating
@eotweets
@ValerieChild10
@LizzieKrontiris
@itstimredd
Anyone-disabled or non-disabled- can join, so long as they uphold the values Dateability holds important (inclusion, empathy, respect etc). We would be thrilled to have you join our platform!
@HollyHK_UTA
@pinakooklada
@patpatspat
Yes! Our app sounds like it’s what you’re looking for. We are BRAND new (launched a few months ago), but our user base is growing every day and we continue to add new features. Feel free to check us out. We want to go viral this year! 💙
I’ve never seen more disabled parking abuse than at
@shopcherrycreek
. Every time I’m there, there are a handful of cars illegally parked in disabled persons spaces. When security is called, they say there’s nothing they can do. Do better
@CityofDenver
@DenverPolice
Dateability is officially available for download on iOS, Android, and web app! Android and iOS are still in their beta phases, and we are continuously updating the app to fix bugs and make changes; however, the web app is in great shape! Thank you for the tremendous encouragement
@DEC0L0NIZE
@qkate
@routevegetable
@CovidSafeCuties
Same! Like every app, Twitter has its pros & cons. Re my last tweet, we are also looking into implementing some kind of photo verification. We have high hopes for Dateability and truly want it to be a safe space for our users. Until then, keep reporting anyone suspicious!
I don’t care if you’re only parking there for 10 min or if a family member is waiting in the car— you are denying access to disabled people. Today, I counted 4 different cars parked illegally in a lot that only has about 8 spots.
Security says that because there’s never punishment by
@DenverPolice
, people feel fine abusing the system. If
@shopcherrycreek
is unable to do anything, the onus should not be on citizens. The lot by Nordstrom needs to be patrolled.
Just finished our final coaching session together for
@TheUPSStore
#SmallBizChallenge
w/
@Inc
.
Please vote for my mentees so that they can have a chance to win $25k & be featured in Inc. magazine:
(L to R)
Go Digital Hero ✅
Dateability ✅
Hungry Robot ✅
App development is incredibly meticulous and ever changing. All apps have bugs and Dateability is no different. Please be patient as we fix any issues that may arise. We will be making frequent updates to remedy any bugs/changes!
@DEC0L0NIZE
@qkate
@routevegetable
@CovidSafeCuties
If you’re seeing spam accounts on Dateability, please report them! We review the lists regularly and remove any users who are deemed suspicious. Unfortunately this is common with new social apps, but as we grow, spam accounts become less & less! Stick with us 💙
@mel_politics
@wonder_cripple
This! This is one of the main reasons we just launched our dating app—made specifically for the disabled and chronically ill communities. Dateability wants to make love accessible for everyone 💙
@o_bel_
@LRedSchoolHouse
@mykola
Amazing! We have had several success stories already, in just a short amount of time! Although it’s catered to the disabled community, non disabled people are welcome to join :)
I’ve had a hard time on the mainstream dating apps, which is why we created Dateability. We are gearing up for launch and we can’t wait to meet you all. ❤️
Over one billion people have some kind of disability and in the US, 1/4 adults are disabled, making up the largest minority group in the country. We are so proud that Dateability is the first of its kind to fill this huge gap in the dating app market.
@ValerieChild10
@salvagingyouth
Yes, we do! While one founder is disabled, the other is not but incredibly covid conscious and is hoping to find her CC cutie on there too!