When a person with disabilities decides it’s time to hit the road, there are no physical limitations to his or her journey. Relatively inexpensive hand controls for disabled drivers have made it easier than ever to get behind the wheel. For people with physical disabilities, the top concern before getting behind the wheel is how Read more…
We’re halfway through August, which means summer is coming to an end, and people are trying to squeeze in as much fun as possible before the season changes. If you need a quick and cheap escape, why not opt for camping? Everybody can benefit from fresh air and the great outdoors, but the idea of Read more…
Sometimes you just know you need a vacation. That goes for everyone, including those with disabilities. When it’s time to visit somewhere new and exciting, once concern is likely to be accessibility. While you might know all of the wheelchair-friendly spots in your hometown, entering a new city, state or country can feel a little Read more…
Last Wednesday, the U.S Supreme Court ruled in favor of a young Michigan girl and her family who had originally sued their school district for refusing to allow the girl to bring her service dog to class. The justice ruled unanimously (8-0) that 13-year-old girl Ehlena Fry and her family were legally right to Read more…
Emergency situations can occur at any time on the road, which is why people who own accessible vans need to be prepared to act in event that something should go wrong. Preparation and prevention are the keys to remaining safe no matter what happens. Make sure you are prepared for anything by following this Read more…
Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have unveiled a new electric wheelchair model that has one unique perk: the ability to pilot itself. As automation technology continues to advance, it’s no surprise that it has begun to creep into the accessibility world. We are excited for the day that we will be Read more…
Just this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced their approval of a new pharmaceutical drug that could significantly change the lives of those affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The new drug, named deflazacort, is a steroid-based medication that has been shown to improve muscle function in people with DMD. With consistent Read more…
Wheelchair users living in or visiting New York may have problems getting around in the near future. According to the New York Post, taxi companies in the Big Apple are threatening to pull all of their accessible vehicles off the streets, leaving those without their own handicap accessible vans in New York stranded and Read more…
People love their accessible vans. There are so many benefits to owning an accessible vehicle, and our customers tell us all the time how much their new van means to them. Check out our testimonials page to see some of the amazing things they have said in the past. Since Valentine’s Day is today, we Read more…
Winter is a great time to get a new pair of gloves, but for the wheelchair-using community, gloves are more than something that keep a person’s hands warm. They are a source of comfort for the very way a wheelchair user moves. Constant contact with the wheels of a chair can result in pain Read more…
