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May 21, 2015

Get Moving with the American Dance Wheels Foundation

The American Dance Wheels Foundation (ADF) provides great opportunities for the abled-bodied and disabled worlds to come together through movement and dance. Executive director, Melina Kremer, […]

May 12, 2015

Casa Colina and NMEDA host National Mobility Awareness Month “Demo Day”

POMONA, California (MAY 12, 2015) – National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) in concert with Casa Colina Hospital and Centers for Healthcare will host a California […]

May 12, 2015

How to Plan and Host an Accessible Memorial Day Party

Summer is right around the corner and with the warmer months come the promise of sun, fun and parties. Hosting a Memorial Day Party is the […]

May 8, 2015

Get Mom What She Really Wants this Mother’s Day

  Mother’s Day is coming up fast—what do you have planned to make the day extra special? If you’re having a hard time coming up with […]

April 22, 2015

Ride-Sharing Service Gets a Wheelchair Accessible Makeover

  In recent years, ride-sharing services have become all the craze. If you haven’t heard of Uber by now, you may want to look into the […]

April 15, 2015

NMEDA Kicks Off National Mobility Awareness Campaign 2015

TAMPA, Florida (April 15, 2015) – The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Associations (NMEDA) kicks off its National Mobility Awareness Month campaign today, and marks the fourth […]

April 10, 2015

Get Ready for National Mobility Awareness Month

  Each May, we kick off National Mobility Awareness Month (NMAM). Driven by the theme “Life Moving Forward,” NMEDA members and our industry partners team up […]

March 30, 2015

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 […]

March 25, 2015

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 […]

March 20, 2015

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 beauty, both inside and […]

March 16, 2015

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 […]

March 10, 2015

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 there are some […]