September 7, 2012
2012 Paralympic Games: Enlightenment
The London 2012 Paralympics are coming to a close. Even before the athletes had the chance to amaze us, the games were receiving smashing reviews […]
August 28, 2012
Essential iPhone Apps For People With Disabilities
Phone apps have revolutionized the way we go about our everyday lives. Need directions? Looking for great Mexican food? Want to know the weather? As […]
August 24, 2012
Redefining Possible
Spencer West lost both his legs when he was five years old, but recently did what few people have done when he climbed to the […]
August 22, 2012
The VA Helps Veterans Get Mobility Assistance
The Department of Veteran Affairs is a great resource for making mobility equipment accessible and affordable through available benefits. There are several options available to shoppers […]
August 20, 2012
Financing A Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
The number one reason people with disabilities don’t have access to adequate transportation is because they cannot afford it. The good news is there are […]
August 16, 2012
5 Biggest Mobility Barriers For People With Disabilities
1. Accessibility To Doctor’s Offices and Clinics Due to barriers, individuals with disabilities are less likely to get routine preventative medical care than people without […]
August 14, 2012
Waiting For A Taxi
On June 28, the US Court of Appeals overturned a decision by the New York City district court that mandated all new city taxis be […]
August 10, 2012
Impact of the Affordable Care Act On People With Disabilities
The recent Supreme Court decision on the Affordable Care Act means there could be some positive changes for people with disabilities regarding access to healthcare. […]
August 7, 2012
New VA Paralympic Website
A new website from The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is part of the VA’s ongoing commitment to support the rehabilitation and recovery of disabled […]
August 3, 2012
Disability Statistics – Perception vs. Reality
In the first episode of the new Sundance Channel TV show Push Girls, the different girls each relate their story of how they ended up […]
July 31, 2012
Things to Consider When Buying a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle
There are many things to consider and think about when buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle. The very first would be to determine what type of vehicle […]
July 27, 2012
Disability Gardening Tips
Summer is here and the living is easy. However, those with disabilities may have limited movement when it comes to gardening and enjoying time outdoors. To […]