Graduation season is upon us and over 3 million students will be moving on from their High Schools to bigger and better things. From college plans to immediate jobs to traveling at home and abroad, students of all backgrounds will be let loose into the world to start their own lives. This includes the many Read more…
Category: Lifestyle
Breaking a Guinness Book World Record in Grand Rapids, MN
Despite the number of Guinness Book World Records there are in existence, breaking one of them is not an easy task. That’s part of what makes them so special to hold. You’re up against the world, and you have to be the best or try the hardest if you want to win the title. That Read more…
Summer Activities for Wheelchair Users
It might have just turned spring in the northern states, but many of us are already focused on the summer ahead. The weather is warm and the sun is shining (most days, at least), which means everyone is eager to be outside and enjoy it while they can. If you use a wheelchair to get Read more…
SoftWheel’s Innovative Wheel for Wheelchair Users
Although disabled vehicles and wheelchair ramps help eliminate many of the mobility challenges that wheelchair users face, staircases still remain a prominent issue. However, an Israel-based company called SoftWheel has created a new type of wheel technology for both bikes and wheelchairs. This innovative wheel design contains built-in shock absorbers that drastically reduce the impact Read more…
Downtown Chicago’s Accessible Hotel Guide
If you are looking for the perfect vacation destination this summer, consider taking a road trip to downtown Chicago! The Windy City offers an abundance of accessible accommodations for every style and budget. You’ll see plenty of handicap vans in Illinois, too, since Chicago is considered to be one of the more accessible cities to live Read more…
Think Outside the Flower Box: Gardening Tips for Wheelchair Users
Spring is in the air, and while we know it’s perfect weather to go shopping for wheelchair vans, it also means gardening season is about to begin! While gardening is a simple pleasure for many, the physical chores required to maintain a healthy garden can be very difficult for people with disabilities. However, thanks Read more…
DisArt Festival: Understanding Disability Through Art
April 10th marks the debut of a new arts festival in Grand Rapids that is the largest of its kind in the world. The DisArt Festival is a 15-day event with a mission to spread an understanding of disability through art, as well as promote an appreciation for work created by artists with disabilities. Read more…
6 Simple Ways to Make Your Wheelchair More Comfortable
Despite all of the advancements in the wheelchair industry, comfort is still an issue, especially for full-time wheelchair users. Fortunately, small, simple changes can make a huge difference and provide all-day comfort for people with disabilities. Read on for six easy ways to make your wheelchair more comfortable! Lumbar Support: Your lumbar area — Read more…
How to Make Your House Wheelchair Accessible
Spring is often known as the time to remodel and add additions to your house, but for the two million wheelchair using Americans who live in private residences, remodeling takes on a whole new meaning. It takes a lot to make your home completely accessible, and combined with buying a wheelchair van, it can Read more…
Wheelchair Racer Shelly Woods Targets Gold Medal in Rio’s 2016 Paralympics
Similar to many of our Rollx Vans customers and supporters, Shelly Woods experienced a life-changing event when she was young, and she refused to let it get in the way of her aspirations of becoming a star athlete. “I quickly found that just because now I had to live life on a wheelchair I Read more…