August 22, 2013
Getting More from Your iPod: Apps for Children with Disabilities
Advances in technology have brought with them a slew of special tools for those living with disabilities. Amongst some of the most valuable are communication, development […]
August 16, 2013
Sit, Stay, Bring Me My Medicine: How Service Dogs Can Benefit People with Disabilities
Service dogs and their caregivers share an indescribable bond. These relationships extend far beyond that of a pet and owner, relating more to that of a […]
August 13, 2013
Destination Spotlight: Morgan’s Wonderland
San Antonio, Texas is home to a very special sort of destination. Founded on the vision of providing a safe, clean and beautiful environment for individuals […]
August 7, 2013
Summer Car And Handicap Accessible Vehicles Care
Each year, the summer months bring a slew of adventurous opportunities including road trips, family outings and visits to special destinations like the beach and state […]
July 15, 2013
Don’t Miss a Minute of Summer
Summertime is here and contrary to popular belief, it promises a variety of indoor and outdoor fun for kids with disabilities. While kids are enjoying […]
July 11, 2013
Life Benefits from Art – Part 2
Some of the most expressive, healthful, interpretive and adaptive hobbies are in the arts for the disabled. Art, in all of its forms, allows a person […]
July 8, 2013
Life Benefits from Art – Part 1
Our hobbies have the ability to yield a positive influence by providing a healthy outlet to channel stress and employ creative abilities and resourcefulness. Assuming your […]
July 5, 2013
Endless Possibilities at the Abilities Expo, 2013
NMEDA is proud to be a sponsor of the 2013 Abilities Expo, with dates in Chicago, Houston, Boston, San Jose, Los Angeles, New York, Atlanta […]
June 20, 2013
Summer Has Arrived: 7 Must-see Destinations in Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles
Guest Blog by The Mobility Resource Being in a wheelchair doesn’t mean you have to miss out on great summer vacation opportunities. There are hundreds of […]
March 14, 2013
Schools Opening Up Sports to Kids with Disabilities
Children with disabilities are now moving towards a more level playing field in school sports.
March 12, 2013
Coping with a New Disability and Mobility Equipment
Living with disabilities and using mobility equipment present different challenges for each individual, but one of the most difficult situations is when a person is suddenly disabled due to accident, illness or genetics. The adjustment to a new lifestyle not only physically, but emotionally, can be shocking. While there is certainly no way to provide a checklist that will work for every individual, we hope that you or your loved one may find direction or inspiration from the following tips:
March 5, 2013
Men and the Role of Caregiver to Those Using Mobility Equipment
Mobility equipment users are more independent these days than ever. They still do need help with certain tasks and you might be surprised who is giving them that help. Here’s a statistic that may surprise you – almost half of all caregivers to family members or friends who are elderly, disabled or chronically ill are male. What we have come to learn is that men tend to cope with this role differently than women.