April 22, 2011
Safety First: Is Your Seat Belt Properly Fastened?
It is safest for those in wheelchairs to sit in the vehicle’s seat rather than the wheelchair, if possible. Seat belts are the best defense against […]
April 14, 2011
Seniors: There’s a Car Built Just For You
As seniors we’re no longer looking for that sleek little sports car – we couldn’t get out of one if we could get into it. We […]
April 13, 2011
How to Select the Right Size Accessible Vehicle
We hear a lot of talk about which accessible vehicle to buy. It all depends on your unique mobility needs and your lifestyle. (Do you […]
April 7, 2011
Update on Traveling With a Service Animal
On March 15, 2011, the Americans with Disabilities Act changed the definition of a “service animal” as a dog that has been individually trained to do […]
April 5, 2011
Safety tips: Why Anchor a Wheelchair in Accessible Vehicle?
Vehicles right off the line that have no accessible or adaptive equipment are designed with a safety bubble comprised of firmly anchored seats, seat belts and […]
April 1, 2011
Flying to Canada? You Might See Prince William and His Bride
Flying to Canada? You Might See Prince William and His Bride Heads up Anglophiles: After their April wedding, Prince William and Kate Middleton will tour Canada […]
March 30, 2011
5-Star Safety Ratings Effective on 2011 Vehicles
With the new 5-Star Safety Ratings System of 2011 and 2012, it is safer for seniors and those with disabilities to drive. High-tech safety features […]
March 29, 2011
5 Top Travel Destinations for Nature Lover Travelers with Disabilities
Traveling for those with a disability can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be overly so with careful planning and preparation. Following are 5 fabulous […]
March 29, 2011
No More Blind Spots and Other Good News
Drivers with disabilities can have enlarged mirrors on their vehicles to detect blind spots and even radar-enabled blind spot detection devices to enhance their driving safety, […]
March 29, 2011
Tips on Buying Auto Insurance for Those with Disabilities
Are you a safe driver? Discount! Are you married? Discount! Is your vehicle modified in any way? Oops. Modified vehicles send up red flags to […]
March 29, 2011
Veterans with Disabilities Can Get Grants for Mobility Vans, Adapted Equipment
Purchasing a wheelchair van or having your own vehicle modified for your disabilities is costly. To help our veterans and service members with disabilities, the Veterans […]
March 25, 2011
5 Tips to Make Caregiving Easier
Five tips will make a caregiver’s duties flow a little smoother: Learning about the condition, having the right equipment, seeking out support groups, accepting help […]