The question: How do I find a girlfriend?
Hi
I am 33 years old, I have cerebral palsy and I’m in a wheelchair. I have been trying dating sites for a while. Do you have any suggestions?
I have been trying to find a girlfriend online but I’ve had no luck.
I have not really had sex but I would like to.
Thanks
Glenn
The answer:
Hi Glenn,
Dating sites are notoriously difficult for everyone – but even more so when you have a visible disability! People judge too quickly and swipe left!
I wonder if it would be worth you going to a speed dating event? Obviously I don’t know if your speech is affected by your CP which may pose a barrier when it comes to speed dating.. but that option could be good to actually get to meet people and charm them face to face!
You could look at Eventbrite – things to do in the UK and search within your area?
If you want to explore another avenue to have a sexual encounter but with no relationship involved there is the option of using a sex worker. This isn’t for everyone and should be carefully considered before doing it as some people feel bad afterwards. Yes, they may feel happy that they’ve lost their virginity but they can feel a bit empty afterwards. You would need to think about it before pursuing it. You could go on the TLC Trust site where they have sex workers who are comfortable working with disabled people.
Hope this helps, and I’m sorry we can’t be more specific about dating sites. We have been doing a campaign on Disabled dating apps so check us out on Instagram Instagram Undressing Disability
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Best wishes for some success,
Zoe
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