20 accessible opportunities with flexible schedules, remote work, and accommodation-friendly options
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Write articles, blog posts, or copy from home. Work during high-energy periods and rest when needed. Screen readers and voice-to-text tools are widely supported.
Accessibility: Fully adaptable with assistive technology. Dragon NaturallySpeaking, JAWS, and other tools work seamlessly.
Handle email, scheduling, data entry, and administrative tasks remotely. Many clients need off-hours support, perfect for managing energy levels.
Accessibility: Computer-based work adaptable to any assistive setup. Can specialize in tasks that match your abilities.
Companies like LiveWorld, Arise, and Amazon hire remote reps. Chat-based support available if voice calls are challenging.
Accessibility: Chat support eliminates speech requirements. Many companies provide accommodations.
Teach subjects you know via video platforms. Platforms like Wyzant, Tutor.com, and Preply let you choose students and hours.
Accessibility: Video can include captions. Written tutoring options available for those who prefer text.
Create logos, social media graphics, and marketing materials. Work at your own pace on deadline-flexible projects.
Accessibility: Design software supports keyboard shortcuts and screen readers. Tablets offer alternative input methods.
Enter information into databases and spreadsheets. Low-stress, repetitive work you can do at your own pace.
Accessibility: Excellent for mobility limitations. Voice input and adaptive keyboards work well.
Convert audio to text for companies like Rev, TranscribeMe, or GoTranscript. Work when you have energy.
Accessibility: Works for deaf/HoH individuals with captioning. Foot pedals have hand-operated alternatives.
Manage social accounts for small businesses. Batch work during good days, schedule for the rest of the week.
Accessibility: Scheduling tools eliminate need for real-time work. Can manage from bed if needed.
Create templates, printables, ebooks, or courses. Work during high-energy periods, earn passively afterward.
Accessibility: No physical shipping. Create at your own pace with no deadlines.
Upload photos to Shutterstock, Adobe Stock, or iStock. Earn royalties every time someone downloads your image.
Accessibility: Wheelchair-friendly with tripod setups. Voice-activated cameras available. Smartphone photography works too.
Design t-shirts, mugs, and products. Platforms like Printful and Redbubble handle printing and shipping.
Accessibility: No inventory or shipping to manage. Pure digital design work.
Sell jewelry, art, knitted items, or custom crafts. Many crafts can be done seated with limited mobility.
Accessibility: Adaptive tools available for most crafts. Therapeutic and can work around pain/fatigue cycles.
Share your expertise or story. Monetize through ads, affiliates, and sponsorships. Your disability perspective is valuable content.
Accessibility: Voice-to-text makes writing accessible. Schedule posts during good periods.
Create content about topics you love. Disability advocacy, tutorials, entertainment - audiences value authentic perspectives.
Accessibility: Record from bed/wheelchair. Editing can be outsourced. Podcasting works for those who prefer audio-only.
Test websites and apps for usability issues. Sites like UserTesting pay for 15-20 minute sessions.
Accessibility: Your perspective as a disabled user is especially valuable for accessibility testing!
Complete surveys through Prolific, Swagbucks, or UserInterviews. Low effort, can do from bed or during rest periods.
Accessibility: Fully accessible on any device. Work for literally any amount of time.
Complete small tasks on Amazon MTurk, Clickworker, or Appen. Image labeling, data verification, simple categorization.
Accessibility: Choose tasks that match your abilities. Stop and start anytime.
Rate search results for companies like Appen, Telus, or Welocalize. Train AI by evaluating search quality.
Accessibility: Fully remote, computer-based. Flexible scheduling within weekly hour limits.
Consult with companies on accessibility, ADA compliance, or disability inclusion. Your lived experience is expertise.
Accessibility: Video calls or written reports - choose your communication method.
Coach others through career transitions, health management, or skills you've developed. Platforms like Clarity.fm connect experts with clients.
Accessibility: Video, phone, or text-based coaching available. Limit sessions to manage energy.
Your abilities, perspective, and determination are your greatest assets
Written by
Glen MeadeSide hustle expert who has personally tested 50+ platforms since 2019.
Last updated: January 2026