Many able-bodied individuals are able to walk in and out of buildings without a second thought. But Robert Fisher is here to remind you that a closed door can represent a major barrier to some Des Moines area residents. It's a reality Fisher, a 48-year-old with cerebral palsy, has contended with as he's navigated his Adel community in a motorized wheelchair. These experiences have prompted Fisher to educate local leaders on the challenges residents like himself face while trying to maintain his independence. For the past few years, he has worked to persuade local governments and businesses to improve accessibility to their public spaces by installing automatic handicap accessible doors that can be opened with the push of a button. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story. #Adel #Iowa #cerebralpalsy