Recently, I attended a baseball game between the Charlotte 49ers and the Appalachian State Mountaineers. I go to school at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte and it was a lot of fun watching a live sporting event for the first time in months. Entering the Stadium in my Narrow Wheelchair The game tookContinue reading “A Night at the Ballpark”
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Double the Access, Double the Fun!
When it comes to living their lives, twin brothers Albert and Alberto Diaz are not big on restrictions. Growing up in a home with three other siblings, the twins never felt different because of their limitations. “We are always researching and looking for ways to push further than what others may think are boundaries forContinue reading “Double the Access, Double the Fun!”
Josh McDermott: Working from Home
The other day, I received a notification on my iPhone that showed photos of me and one of my friends out to lunch at a restaurant in New York sitting at a high-top table. A huge smile came across my face. Thanks to my phone, I remember that was the last photo I took beforeContinue reading “Josh McDermott: Working from Home”
Madonna Long: Back Up is the Way to Go
Living in Wyoming has been amazing, although the weather at times can be a bit treacherous. My Edge® 3 Power Wheelchair takes it all in stride and helps get me on my way safely. Last week, I went down to Salt Lake City to see my provider and they installed my new Quantum® backup camera.Continue reading “Madonna Long: Back Up is the Way to Go”
Izzie Bullock: Independent Living
As most of you know, I work for the Center for Independent Living (CIL). CILs are non-profit organizations to support and advocate for people with disabilities BY people with disabilities. CILs work with people with disabilities to help them develop independent living skills. Many people think that the definition of independence is one size fitsContinue reading “Izzie Bullock: Independent Living”
Bryan Anderson: Random Acts of Kindness
In November, we celebrate World Kindness Day but I believe that we should perform acts of kindness every day, all year long. Random acts of kindness can change someone’s life or save someone’s life. People can connect through kindness and kindness can be taught. Why We Should be Kind Over the last 15 years, I’veContinue reading “Bryan Anderson: Random Acts of Kindness”
Jesse Cuellar: What’s in My Wheelchair Bag?
Any power wheelchair user can tell you about the importance of having a wheelchair bag. We need a bag of essentials to keep with us wherever we go. Here’s my list of top things to carry in your power wheelchair bag. Keep a Set of Tools You need to have special tools with you always.Continue reading “Jesse Cuellar: What’s in My Wheelchair Bag?”
Alison Chancellor: Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month
The following italicized excerpt was written by Kay Chancellor, Alison’s mom. Lordy, lordy Ali is 40! She was born on a beautiful spring morning weighing 2 lbs., 7 oz. and 13 inches long. In the 1980s, babies born at 28 weeks gestation represented a significant challenge for doctors just to keep them alive. Ali survivedContinue reading “Alison Chancellor: Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month”
Celebrating Women’s History Month
Since 1987, Women’s History Month has been observed annually during the month of March. We celebrate and honor women’s contributions to history, science, culture and society. It’s important to mention that women should be celebrated every day of the year, not just during March. Read on for some great content that pays tribute to manyContinue reading “Celebrating Women’s History Month”
Lifestyle Guide for Narrow Motorized Wheelchair Users
If you’ve recently purchased the Edge 3 Stretto® Power Wheelchair or are in the process of researching and obtaining a new narrow motorized wheelchair, you probably have lots of questions. Check out this helpful guide of lifestyle articles and important information on how the Stretto can help improve your independence at home. Accessible Homes andContinue reading “Lifestyle Guide for Narrow Motorized Wheelchair Users”
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