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February 10, 2020

Living (and Thriving) with Spinal Cord Injuries

Spinal cord injuries (SCI) and disorders affect more than a quarter of a million Americans each year, making knowledge and awareness about these conditions more important […]

February 3, 2020

Mobility My Way: A Family Vehicle and a Growing Need for Space

By Mike Savicki When it came time to interview Eve Hampton for this story, I figured connecting with her and finding time to chat would be […]

January 13, 2020

Keep Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Comfortable & Safe During the Winter Months

Though some areas of the country are experiencing unseasonably warm weather, the reality is winter is in full effect. If you happen to be some of […]

December 23, 2019

Which Accessible Vehicle Fits Your Particular Disability?

The selection of  vehicles for people with disabilities who also need wheelchair access may not be as varied as the selection for those who do not […]

December 9, 2019

Protect Yourself Online This Holiday Season

Time is running out for holiday shopping—have you checked off everyone on your “nice” list? Being in a wheelchair can create additional challenges when it comes […]

November 25, 2019

Self-Care for Caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month, and we want to take a little time to remind caregivers that they must “Take care, to give care.” Whether […]

November 10, 2019

Road Trip Travel Tips for Safe Driving

The holiday season is just around the corner, and with it may come some extra days off from work (whether for yourself or your family and […]

November 4, 2019

Mobility My Way: If it’s a Wednesday…

By Mike Savicki Holly Koester’s road to automotive mobility takes her (almost) everywhere (almost) every day. There are those who keep a busy calendar and there […]

September 23, 2019

Service Dogs: Pet, Friend, and Family Member

The benefits that service dogs provide for people with disabilities can span a lifetime. These indescribable relationships extend far beyond that of a pet and owner, […]

September 9, 2019

Planning a Wheelchair Accessible Wedding

Tying the knot, getting hitched, saying “I do,” whatever you call it, getting married can be one of the most exciting times of your life. A […]

August 26, 2019

Getting Situated with the Right Seat

NMEDA members can provide you with several options for wheelchair restraints and adaptive seating for your wheelchair accessible car. There are many wheelchair restraint solutions available […]

July 18, 2019

Safety in Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

Purchasing or financing a wheelchair accessible vehicle is a major step towards independence for people living with disabilities. Although riding or driving a wheelchair accessible vehicle […]