Were you one of the many millions of people that watched the Super Bowl a few weeks ago? Whether you’re a football fan or not, we all know the commercials play an important part of every annual Super Bowl. Did you happen to see Paralympic Athlete and Dancing with the Stars finalist, Amy Purdy, featured Read more…
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Why Not People – Events Platform Tailored for People with Disabilities
Roughly 1 in every 5 people are living with a disability in our world today, yet there are still many obstacles when it comes to accessibility. And, while there isn’t an issue when it comes to finding handicap vans for sale, one issue that is commonly overlooked is nightlife. People with disabilities like to have Read more…
Winter Workouts for Wheelchair Users
As winter drags on and temperatures dip to new lows, getting out of your house to exercise can become as painful as diving into a frozen lake for a swim. While there are some polar bears who don’t mind coming out of their houses, chipping the ice off of their disabled vans and heading to Read more…
A New Winter Solution: Wheelchair Canine Companions
Snow is always exciting in the Midwest around Christmas time, but other than that, it can be quite the hassle to deal with for majority of the year. Am I right? Even if you aren’t a wheelchair user, snow can be difficult to get around. Whether you’re strolling through icy sidewalks or driving your handicap vans Read more…
Tim Tebow Foundation Sponsors Prom for Kids with Disabilities
(Image via timtebowfoundation.org) One of the most important events a kid experiences is prom. Getting dressed up, getting picked up by your date, and following the glamorous evening with a night of fun. Night to Shine NFL Quarterback Tim Tebow wants to make prom night a reality for kids with specific needs. On February 13, 2015, he Read more…
Scuba Therapy for Those with Disabilities
(Image via diveheart.org) Not only is water essential for living, but it also provides benefits that are far beyond simply drinking the recommended 8 glasses a day. Water also offers physical and mental well-being for those with disabilities. In addition to water being weightless and providing a gravity-free environment, it is also known to provide Read more…
ABC’s “On the Hunt for Handicapped Parking Cheaters”
Handicapped parking is called handicapped parking for a reason. No, it’s not just for new handicap vans to park. Handicapped parking spots are meant only for those to with disabilities that own their own placard registered to them. Many people abuse disabled parking, making these spots unavailable for those that really need them. Unfortunately, this crime that worsens Read more…
2015 IPC Nordic Skiing World Championships to be Held in Wisconsin
Looking for a worthwhile road trip this winter? You need only follow the steady migration of handicap vans headed for Badger territory. The International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has announced that its 2015 Nordic Skiing World Championships will be held in Cable, WI, marking the third time that the United States has hosted the event and Read more…
Mybility Kids: the All Terrain Wheelchair for Growing Children
When a wheelchair is used as a primary means for getting around, it’s important to find a device that can keep up with its user. Additionally, it’s important for that wheelchair to be capable of all activities the user enjoys, so it doesn’t slow them down. This is especially true when choosing a wheelchair for Read more…
Abilities Expo: an event for people with disabilities
Sometimes it may seem that the opportunities for adaptive sports, to learn about new technologies relating to the disability community, and even the ability to come together are few and far between. One expo has been changing that for more than three decades. And as you may already know, any opportunity we have to feature Read more…