One of my new year’s resolutions is to eat a Mediterranean meal for dinner 275 times this year. I know that 275 sounds pretty weird, but that’s about 75 percent of the time, which I think I can do. Anytime I try to go 100 percent on any sort of lifestyle change, I end upContinue reading “How I Learned to Eat Better with the Mediterranean Diet”
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My List of Goals for the New Year
In 2022, I am looking forward to accomplishing many personal and professional achievements. In the new year, I want to better myself, and with the help of my Stretto Power Wheelchair with iLevel® technology, I know that anything is possible. Become a Better Journalist As an employee of the school-run newspaper on the campus ofContinue reading “My List of Goals for the New Year”
Why I Love Benefits Counseling
Many people geek out about their favorite tv show or book. As for me, I geek out about Social Security work incentives. I am a certified work incentives practitioner. Part of my job is to perform benefits counseling, helping people understand how work will impact their Social Security benefits. Work incentives encourage those who areContinue reading “Why I Love Benefits Counseling”
Looking Towards a Better 2022
I am so excited to have left 2021 behind and work towards a better 2022 for myself! I want to share with you what some of my big plans are! First off, as it’s by far the one I am most excited about, I will finally start working on my accessible sewing room at theContinue reading “Looking Towards a Better 2022”
Why I Love My New Power Chair
It was time for me to get a new power wheelchair. My dad and I traveled three hours to Duryea, Pennsylvania, which is where Quantum’s headquarters is located. There waiting for us was my new Edge® 3 Power Wheelchair with iLevel® technology. The Color of My New Power Wheelchair My new Edge 3 Power WheelchairContinue reading “Why I Love My New Power Chair”
Great Winter Clothing Tips for Wheelchair Users
As a wheelchair user who is cold all year round, winter is the season that I dread the most. Throughout the years, I have discovered various articles of clothing and products that make those cold winter months a little more bearable. This “from the waist up” guide is sure to keep you a little warmerContinue reading “Great Winter Clothing Tips for Wheelchair Users”
A Reflection on One of My Mentors: Yoshiko Dart
January is National Mentoring Month! Every year, I like to take time to reflect on a woman who has helped shape my life. This year, the person who immediately came to my mind was Yoshiko Dart. Yoshiko is a Disability Rights activist who was instrumental in the passage of the ADA. Now, she is committedContinue reading “A Reflection on One of My Mentors: Yoshiko Dart”
The Benefits of Technology When Transferring to a Medical Exam Table
Many of us who use wheelchairs find it very difficult to transfer in a medical setting, such as transferring to an exam table or MRI table. Quite often, these medical tables or equipment are too high for transferring from a manual or power wheelchair. This is where iLevel® technology comes in handy. How iLevel AidsContinue reading “The Benefits of Technology When Transferring to a Medical Exam Table”
She’s at the Head of the Class with iLevel Technology
She is a mother, a professor and a strong disabled woman. These are just some of the roles that Dr. Kara Ayers has embraced. Although she has many interests, Kara is most passionate about disability advocacy. She believes that all individuals with disabilities must have access to healthcare and the equipment they need to liveContinue reading “She’s at the Head of the Class with iLevel Technology”
My Wonderful Trip to the Accessible Florida Keys
With the insane number of COVID-19 cases rising, especially in New Jersey, I’m sure everybody is feeling the same way about traveling. When can we go on a vacation again safely? It seemed impossible. After some careful consideration, however, my parents decided to pack up our stuff, get into our minivan and drive as farContinue reading “My Wonderful Trip to the Accessible Florida Keys”
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