There’s one thing that many disability advocate organizations have in common: their mission is to improve the lives of people living with disabilities. The Muscular Dystrophy Association is no exception. One way, in particular, that they’ve been using for nearly half a decade is the MDA Show of Strength Telethon. History in the Making What Read more…
Author: Scott Andrews
Project Space Fights Placard Theft in Baltimore
Parking in the city streets of Baltimore can be quite the struggle, as it is in most downtown cities. Project Space has initiated a new policy for Baltimore City in order to free up parking spots and stop handicap placard theft and abuse. Misuse of handicap placards by those who do not need them has Read more…
Exoskeleton Approved by FDA
A few months ago, we shared with you the story of a woman named Amanda Boxtel, her journey to never give up and her dreams to walk again. Her dreams were made possible with the assistance of technology. Now, that same dream can become a reality for many other people living with spinal cord injuries Read more…
Upcoming Event: Annual West Coast Disability Pride Parade
We talk a lot about adaptive sports being a great way for people with disabilities to get out, stay active, healthy and socialize. But, there are other ways wheelchair users can get out and about in their handicap vans, and also great ways for their friends, family, and advocates to get involved, too. One perfect Read more…
World Sport Chicago
World Sport Chicago is a non-profit organization that utilizes sports to promote strength, values, and leadership. They offer sports programs and events for all athletes, including those with physical disabilities, while they strive to promote an overall healthier community. Their overall mission is “to promote the development of sustainable sports programming that improves the quality Read more…
Two Top Accessible Lodging Picks in Grand Canyon National Park
This is a Rollx Vans exclusive article provided by accessible travel author Candy B. Harrington. At first glance the Grand Canyon seems rather an inaccessible destination; however, upon closer examination you’ll find that there’s actually a bounty of accessible trails, sites and attractions in this popular national park. And there’s no better way to enjoy Read more…
Reeve Foundation’s Walk to Victory over Paralysis
Research is the backbone of the paralysis community. It’s the hope that someday paralysis won’t be a worry or an issue, because there will be treatments and cures. But, until we get to the point where research has led to a solution, there will be ongoing fundraising to further research and technology. That’s where organizations Read more…
Adaptive Sports: The Rowing Edition
They say that by staying active, you’ll have a higher likelihood of staying healthy. So, when you’re not out running errands with your family and friends in your new or used handicap van, what can you do to stay active? Adaptive sports are not only a great way to socialize, they’re perfect for tackling the Read more…
Hidden Wheelchair Lifts Provide Unique Access to Inaccessible Buildings
We talk a lot about accessibility, both on and off our blog and social media channels. You’ve heard us talk about it before and you’ll probably hear us about it again. We talk about it because we know that for many people accessibility is an ongoing issue. It’s not just an issue with the availability Read more…
Toronto Fashion Designer is Giving Wheelchair Users their Personality Back
Fashion can be a struggle for anyone. What most people do not realize, though, is that fashion isn’t just a struggle for wheelchair users; it is an everyday pain. Clothing can be incredibly uncomfortable for wheelchair users, especially when there isn’t enough padding for support, or when buttons or zippers are located in inconvenient locations. Read more…