Wheelchair users generally know how hard it is to take advantage of the services that taxi companies offer. Because of the limited use of handicapped vans in taxi fleets, it is often hard to hail a cab that can hold both the passenger and his or her wheelchair at all, let alone comfortably. While the Read more…
It’s September, and millions of children across the country will be returning to their schools after the long summer break. Some parents will also be sending their child to school for their first time, which can be both frightening and exciting. For parents who have children with disabilities, this can also be a time of Read more…
We are quickly becoming connected to almost everything we own. Pretty soon, you will be able to access everything from your toaster to your wheelchair van, all by touching a single button on your phone. With the onset of smartphone technology, mobile applications and cloud computing, we now have the ability to access substantial amounts Read more…
Have you ever thought about how many steps a person takes in a day? Many average around 3000 steps. Of course, ‘steps’ look different for a lot of people. For some, a step is basic walking. For others it can be running or biking or moving around in their wheelchair. For those with cerebral palsy, Read more…
Many people with disabilities may feel like they have lost a large amount of their independence. They may find that they now have to rely on others to drive them places, especially if they live in an area that has a poor public transportation system that isn’t very accessible. Fortunately, there is another option: a Read more…
For the parents of a child who uses a wheelchair, day-to-day life can often fall into a pattern that becomes quite familiar. It’s a life filled with wheelchair maintenance, everyday chores and getting around town in a wheelchair van. Unfortunately, parents also have to help their children confront the stigma that comes with them being Read more…
The tango, often called the dance of love or passion, is known throughout the world. Tango dancing originated along the border of Argentina, and every year, the best tango dancers from countries all over return to its birthplace to compete in the World Tango Championship. Competition is fierce with pairs presenting their best moves to Read more…
The modern world is rife with innovation and creative solutions to life’s problems. From handicapped van conversions to new wheelchair prototypes, society is swimming in a sea of new inventions, ideas and technology. While too much of something is generally a bad thing, the world can never have too many bright and talented minds working Read more…
If you have one of our new wheelchair vans, this September is the perfect time to take it out on its maiden voyage. Your destination: the windy city of Chicago. In just three weeks time, elite paratriathletes from all across the globe will come together in Chicago to compete in the Paratriathlon World Championships. The Read more…
We’ve talked quite a bit about the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge lately. Truth is, it’s one of the most effective examples of raising awareness for a cause in the digital age. We hope that it doesn’t just stop at raising funds for ALS but inspires others to raise awareness for their own causes as well. Read more…
