March 18, 2022
March Manufacturer Service School a Huge Success
Last week, NMEDA coordinated another well-attended Manufacturer Service School (MSS), held in the San Diego, California area…
March 8, 2022
Mobility My Way: The Speed of Life
“If your friends don’t get you into situations where you may have to swim out of a vehicle, do you even have friends?” That’s the question Karah Behrend used to caption a June 2019 Instagram video post…
March 5, 2022
NMEDA Resources Featured in AARP Article
In a recent AARP article, NMEDA’s Amy Schoppman weighs-in as a subject matter expert on the process of purchasing a wheelchair accessible vehicle…
March 3, 2022
QAP Guidelines Now Online, Indexed, & Searchable
Several months ago, we shared the indexed version of the QAP Rules with promise that a similar format was coming for the Guidelines, well, it’s here!
March 2, 2022
NMEDA Needs You! Volunteer for a Committee
Have you been thinking of a way to get a little more involved with your trade association? Well, we have the answer for you—join a committee!
February 24, 2022
Welcome to the NMEDA Hall of Fame!
NMEDA would like to send a big “Congratulations!” and recognize the inductees to the 2021 NMEDA Hall of Fame…
February 21, 2022
Play from your Chair: Sports that Don’t Require Adaptive Equipment
Staying fit with wheelchair sports Wheelchair sports have seen a surge in popularity over the past decade. From Olympic competitions to locally organized events, more athletes […]
February 3, 2022
2021 Conference Education Presentations Available for Download
Thanks again to all who were able to attend the 2021 Annual Conference last month. If you’re looking to apply the tips and strategies shared during our education sessions but need a refresher, you can now download the presentations…
January 25, 2022
That’s a Wrap: 2021 Annual Conference & Auto Mobility Expo
Well, the “Mojo of the Colo” sure had a lot of fight because despite the forces against us the first-ever co-located conferences of NMEDA and ADED was a success! Columbus was full of surprises…
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 11, 2022
Looking Back, Moving Forward…Remembering David Parton
So, I find myself in a unique place where I must serve an interim role, acting as a bridge, if you will, between an outgoing and incoming President. Typically, I serve as the VP, according to the bylaws, “to support and serve as an Officer of the Board of Directors, perform other duties as may be assigned…but, in the absence of the President…the Vice President shall perform the duties of the President.” As you have certainly heard, David Parton, Canada President, tragically passed away…
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 […]