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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 top of Mt. Kilimanjaro, the…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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 wheelchair accessible.…
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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…
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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…
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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 in a wheelchair. We…
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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 is the…
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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 get…

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