April 19, 2012
There’s Still Time to Nominate and Vote for your Favorite Local Hero
After visiting NMEDA’s National Mobility Awareness Month website, you can’t help but be moved by the Local Heroes’ inspiring stories and videos. They put a face […]
April 17, 2012
Wheelchair Accessible Events April through August!
Looking for events of interest to people with disabilities and are accessible? Here’s a short list to check out and perhaps add to your calendar.
April 12, 2012
Insist on Certified Maintenance on Accessible Vans Every 6 Months
Every vehicle needs maintenance on a periodic basis, and a wheelchair-accessible vehicle is no exception. Do you take your van to a regular mechanic occasionally for […]
April 12, 2012
For People with Disabilities: Get on the Ice with Sledge Hockey
Want to participate in a fast action sport? Try sledge hockey (also called sled hockey) – an exciting ice skating experience for people with disabilities. It’s […]
March 30, 2012
Get in the Swing with Adaptive Golf
Spring has sprung and the greens are lush. It’s time to play golf! Don’t be left behind. Whether you want to learn the game or hone […]
March 28, 2012
Tick Tock! Voting Begins April 1 for Chance to Win an Accessible Van
Have you heard? National Mobility Awareness Month in May, will end with a free wheelchair accessible vehicle for three “Local Heroes?” And you could be a […]
March 22, 2012
Deadline Extended for Mandatory Lifts in Public Pools
Spring is here. You can’t wait to splash around in that tempting pool while on vacation. But wait! As a person with disabilities, you may need […]
March 15, 2012
NMEDA Members Donate Converted Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
May is National Mobility Awareness Month. In hopes of raising awareness and showing the world that there are mobility solutions available to seniors and people with […]
March 14, 2012
Don’t Miss Abilities Expo March 30-April 1, 2012 in Los Angeles
The Abilities Expo in Los Angeles is scheduled for March 30-April 1 for people with disabilities, their families, seniors, vets, caregivers and healthcare professionals. The Expo […]
March 5, 2012
How a Savvy Shopper Chooses a Wheelchair Accessible Van
Purchasing a mode of transportation is an important event for anyone. For people with disabilities, it means independence, Life Moving Forward. But when you decide […]
February 23, 2012
You Can Win an Adapted Vehicle during National Mobility Awareness Month
National Mobility Awareness Month is the inaugural May celebration that encourages people with disabilities to enjoy active, mobile lifestyles. To spread the word, the National Mobility […]
February 21, 2012
Canadian International Auto Show Runs through Feb. 26
That fresh new car smell is in the air as Spring ushers in auto shows all over the world, and Canada is no exception. The 2012 […]