When Larry Sanftner was in high school, he dreamed of being on the high school football team. While this dream isn’t uncommon for a high school boy, Larry’s particular situation was. Larry had been born without a right arm. As for his left arm, it was about half the size it should have been for Read more…
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Man Who Lost All Four Limbs to Race Le Mans
It’s even more challenging to imagine driving for 24 hours straight at 200 miles per hour in a modified race car, yet this is exactly what Frederic Sausset intends to do in the next Le Mans marathon race. When Sausset, now 46 years old, lost both of his arms and legs due to a bacterial Read more…
Wheelchair Costume Ideas: the 2015 Edition
In Minnesota, the end of October brings crisp air, the donning of jackets, the eating and drinking of pretty much pumpkin spice everything, and one of our favorite holidays: Halloween. It’s the one time each year where we can dress up as our favorite TV show, movie and video game characters, try out some scary Read more…
Winter Tips for Wheelchair Users
For those living in the northern parts of the US (like us here at Rollx Vans), you might have seen a few flurries falling recently. You know what that means. Whether we’re ready for it or not, the winter season is upon us. That means cold temps, snow, and ice. While you can’t control the Read more…
Looking for Benefits? We’ve got you Covered!
At Rollx Vans, we talk a lot about how we’re committed to giving our customers the best experience possible. We say it because it’s true. From the very first interaction with us all the way through the purchasing process, then with any servicing their van needs, and on to the next vehicle purchase. As part Read more…
Air Travel Tips for People with Disabilities
We’ve already reached the end of October, which means that the holiday season is about to begin. Over the next two months, from Thanksgiving through New Years, millions of people will be travelling all over the world to see their loved ones. It can be a fun, often hectic time of the year for most Read more…
2015: A Year of Awareness Anniversaries
2015 has been a year of anniversaries. Awareness anniversaries to be exact. Marking these anniversaries is important for several reasons. It’s important to know the history of how the people in our community have been treated, but it’s also important to know why people have been treated like they have and what can be done Read more…
A Little Bike Ride….Across the USA
Most people aren’t ready to be diagnosed with a life threatening condition. They live their days assuming tomorrow will be fairly similar to the day before it. They plan for trips in the future, work towards promotions, and wonder what life will be like 10 years from now. For Ray Spooner, his plan for the Read more…
Children’s Books for Cerebral Palsy
Children with cerebral palsy are often singled out at school and in other social settings. They’re left on their own at best—at worst, they’re made fun of and laughed at. Children are often afraid of or make fun of things they don’t understand. Learning about cerebral palsy, its causes, and what those who have it Read more…
Keep Your House Clean With Wheelchair Socks and Slippers
Winter is approaching quickly, which means that people will be shelving their sandals and flip flops in favor of warmer footwear. It’s also the season of heavy socks and slippers,which are great for your feet, but what about your wheelchair? Doesn’t it also deserve to have its tires protected from the elements outdoors? Unlike your Read more…