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Get Ready for National Mobility Awareness Month

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  Each May, we kick off National Mobility Awareness Month (NMAM). Driven by the theme “Life Moving Forward,” NMEDA members and our industry partners team…
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Wheelchair Tennis: How it Started and Why You Should Play

Brad Parks, the founding father of wheelchair tennis, started the official Paralympic sport in 1976 when he first hit a tennis ball. Upon this, he realized the…
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Taking Care of Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

With any vehicle, it is important to keep up with regular maintenance to ensure safety and prevent future breakdowns that protect you and your wallet. In addition…
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Ms. Wheelchair America Driving Change in Disability Community

Through glamour, service, confidence and advocacy, Ms. Wheelchair America allows female wheelchair users to compete in a national competition that recognizes their…
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Best West Coast Cities to Visit in a Wheelchair Accessible Van

  If you want to make 2015 a year of adventure and new travel destinations, it’s time to plan a trip along the West Coast of the United States. It’s often…
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Top Choice Careers for People with Physical Disabilities

In today’s highly-competitive workforce, finding a quality job can be a challenge. For individuals with disabilities, the competition is even more extreme, but…
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The Lowdown on Low-Speed Vehicles

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With the plethora of vehicles in today’s market, it can often be overwhelming to make a decision. However, depending on where you live, there’s a less common…
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Be Brrrave: Take the 2015 Polar Plunge

This February, although winter’s still in full swing, things are sure to get a lot chillier. Every year, Special Olympics programs all over the U.S. shed some…
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Take Your Wheelchair Accessible Van on These Accessible Valentine’s Day Dates

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For some, Valentine’s Day is a special day spent with a significant other, but loved family members and friends also make for a great reason to spend time with…
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What Does Your Vehicle Color Say About You?

  From the clothes we wear to the items we keep on our desks or bedside tables, our personalities are often reflected in the things we choose to surround ourselves…