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January 24, 2022

Wheelchair Accessibility Modification for Homes

For those living with disabilities, the way you get around isn’t the only aspect of your lifestyle. There are also adjustments to your home life that […]

January 10, 2022

Wheelchair Carriers: What Type is Right for You?

For individuals with disabilities, having access to a handicap accessible vehicle can be life changing and the key to gaining independence. However, purchasing a new or […]

December 13, 2021

Winter Driving Tips

Although winter is traditionally known as a time to cozy up to warm fires and spend time with family and good friends, it can also bring […]

November 22, 2021

Mobility My Way: He’s a Car Guy (In a Car Family)

Chris Malcom’s three (plus) decades on the road. By Mike Savicki Georgia’s Chris Malcom is a car guy. Always has been. The older the cars are, […]

November 8, 2021

The Right Way to Shop for Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

Finding and buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle is a process that can’t be rushed. This is a purchase that can potentially redefine your day-to- day experiences, […]

October 10, 2021

All About Lifts: How to Find the Best Option for You

Driving around town in a wheelchair accessible vehicle custom-suited to your unique needs might seem a prize too steep to attain, but with more and more […]

September 25, 2021

Mobility My Way: A Planner and Pioneer of What’s Possible

Tricia Downing is a planner. More specifically, she’s that special proactive type who always likes to look and think five steps ahead so that she will […]

August 23, 2021

2021 Automotive Mobility Awareness Tour Kicks Off at Moss Rehabilitation Center

When Berlin, NJ resident Julia Bonamassa took the field for her youth soccer and softball games at 10 years old, she started falling down a lot. She began having trouble running. A few months later, her identical twin sister, Jessica, started experiencing the same thing.

August 9, 2021

Accessible Minivans for Parents with Disabilities

Being a parent is a round the clock job, with no paid vacation or sick days. After all the hours of taking care of your child, […]

July 26, 2021

Independence on the Road: What Equipment Do You Need?

The summer is a great time to take a vacation and explore the open road, but it’s always necessary to keep in mind the proper equipment […]

July 12, 2021

Summer Travel Guide: Accessibility at the Beach

Beach wheelchairs offer accessibility at the beach Whether you’re lucky enough to live near the sea or need to travel across the country in order to […]

June 24, 2021

American Lift Aids Helps Grant Teens Wish

NMEDA member, American Lift Aids, recently partnered with the Make-A-Wish Foundation to help a local family gain automotive independence…