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I agree that it's ok to just notice, especially if someone's in a wheel chair, they don't want to be run into! Staring is a no-no UNLESS the person has something unusual to draw attention (not their disability).
Putting lights on my wheelchair at holiday time draws attention and it's fine for people to comment on that! JUST like you would other strangers, greet and comment.
IF I need help, I'll ask but it's great if you realize some things are just helpful (opening or holding a door if you aren't awkward in doing it). But there are some disabled who are angry people in general and won't want any help. That's on them, not you.
I think one of the best ways my friend who used to be compliance officer at a bank would teach was having the bank employees actually experience the disability! In class they would put some marbles in their shoes to depict diabetes feelings, and gloves on for those with limited dexterity, and have a wheel chair etc. You might try it and then you'll feel more comfortable around "us".
(PS I only need the wheel chair on long hauls like big shopping trips or theme parks). I use my service dog (don't greet, don't pet, don't ask to!) and or a cane for stability otherwise.
And another note: some people talk loud because they don't hear well and don't realize how loud they are talking.
Thanks for caring! That will shine through your encounters (((hug)))
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