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March 21, 2019

It’s a Walk in the Park: Finding Wheelchair Accessible Parks Near You

It’s officially spring, and as the temperatures start to climb outdoor adventures should be at the top of your “to do” list. The National Parks Service […]

March 4, 2019

How a CDRS & Mobility Specialist Can Help You

How a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist and Mobility Specialist Can Help You Getting on the road to independence can be a long and twisting journey, but […]

February 25, 2019

Affordable and Accessible Fitness at Home

Gym memberships for individuals in wheelchairs can be expensive and many gyms struggle to provide accessibility options for getting around. Many gyms do not offer classes, […]

January 28, 2019

Winnebago Debuts “Accessibility-Enhanced” Motorhomes

With a goal of bringing greater comfort to people traveling in wheelchairs, Winnebago recently debuted three new “accessibility-enhanced” motorhomes at the 2019 Florida RV Supershow.  Intended […]

January 11, 2019

Wheelchair and Scooter Carriers

Benefits of Wheelchair and Scooter Carriers Increased freedom and mobility are two of the main reasons to purchase an accessible or customized vehicle. These benefits are […]

December 17, 2018

Adaptive and Accessible Wintertime Activities

Adaptive and Accessible Wintertime Activities The colder months have a tendency to leave us feeling sluggish and craving extended naps. Although getting enough sleep is important […]

December 5, 2018

Cold Weather Tips for Your Van

Frigid temperatures not only slow us down, but can slow our van and accessible equipment. For example, if you use a hydraulic wheelchair lift, you may […]

November 11, 2018

NMEDA Members Contribute to Truck Giveaway for Veteran

Veterans with disabilities know the special significance of November 11—Veterans Day, which honors veterans of all wars for their patriotism and willingness to serve in the […]

October 3, 2018

NMEDA Honored at PVA’s 2018 Mission: ABLE Awards

Last week, Secretary of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Robert Wilkie, joined Paralyzed Veterans of America (PVA) in honoring three companies at the Mission: ABLE […]

September 24, 2018

Tips on Buying A Used Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

Buying a wheelchair accessible car, van, or truck can be a big investment, but if you’re willing to put in the time and do the research, […]

September 5, 2018

Disaster Preparedness for People with Disabilities

Natural disasters can take place at any moment and can come in any form from floods, severe weather, earthquakes and more, yielding unfortunate outcomes without warning. […]

August 27, 2018

NMEDA: Ensuring Quality and Safety Through Training

At NMEDA, quality and safety are of utmost importance—they are the founding premise of our association as a whole. Our Quality Assurance Program (QAP), the only […]