My experience is different because I started stuttering at 55 but I’ve got other disabilities and can’t work anymore so I have more than one reason to emphasize. For me, volunteering at a place that serves others with disabilities, substance use and mental health conditions has introduced me to a lot of people who are very accepting and patient with me. After all, they have experienced a lot of treatment in the past that has given them empathy. Even though I was initially volunteering to help them, I’ve found that they help me. Thats been a self esteem booster and the other volunteers are becoming friends in the process.