Over the summer, I tried my hand at gardening which was made so much easier with my Quantum power wheelchair with iLevel® technology. It turns out, it’s outrageously nice to have a power chair when transporting heavy pots of dirt, using a full watering can, or holding a bowl to collect all the veggies IContinue reading “My Quantum Power Wheelchair and Great Gardening Hacks”
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My Quantum Power Wheelchair Goes to College
I’ve started my second semester as a high school junior, which means I need to pick up the pace when it comes to touring colleges and universities. I’ve already decided I want to stay somewhat close to home, so that has narrowed down the options quite a bit. I really need to decide what IContinue reading “My Quantum Power Wheelchair Goes to College”
Accessible Travel and Planning My Trip to Peru
Planning accessible travel, especially a trip to a foreign country can be both overwhelming and exciting. In the month of November, I went on a trip to Peru for about three weeks. I had been planning this trip all year. I learned about the charity, Chair the Hope, a few years ago. It was foundedContinue reading “Accessible Travel and Planning My Trip to Peru”
Assistive Technology Gives Me Greater Independence
Assistive technology has had a tremendous impact on my daily life and how I function. I’m using it right now to write this blog post! Here are a few ways that assistive technology helps me as a student, a therapist and allows me to live a more independent life. Assistive Technology in My Work andContinue reading “Assistive Technology Gives Me Greater Independence”
Exciting Changes to Come to My Quantum Power Wheelchair
2023 is here! As we’re all making new year’s resolutions, mine is to do everything I can to improve my independence. For power mobility, this means making a few changes on my Quantum power wheelchair so that I can see what’s going on around me. Navigating My Small Apartment I have a craniocervical fusion, soContinue reading “Exciting Changes to Come to My Quantum Power Wheelchair”
How the Straw Ban Impacts People with Disabilities
Drinking straws are assistive device that help many people with disabilities drink safely, but there has been a push in recent years to ban single use straws. Plastic single use straws are one of the top forms of waste in our oceans. They pollute the earth and harm the ocean’s wildlife. When thinking about theContinue reading “How the Straw Ban Impacts People with Disabilities”
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.
The life and legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. is celebrated on this day, although we should recognize the great things African Americans have done every day, all year long. Morgan Steward and his family always take the time to look into and explore other areas of black culture. Here are their experiences at theContinue reading “Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr.”
People with Disabilities and Preparing for Winter Weather
In my previous blog, I explained some of the reasons as to why people with disabilities may be more susceptible to cold weather and need to take extra precautions. So, what can people with disabilities do to prepare for extremely cold weather? Here are some tips. Dress in Layers Wearing layers can help keep youContinue reading “People with Disabilities and Preparing for Winter Weather”
Me, My Quantum Wheelchair and Five Questions I’m Asked
I know that us wheelchair users get asked a lot of questions, especially if you have a complex rehab power wheelchair like my Edge® 3 with iLevel® technology. The great thing about complex rehab is that it can be customized to meet an individual’s needs. Everyone has their own way of using a wheelchair, whetherContinue reading “Me, My Quantum Wheelchair and Five Questions I’m Asked”
There is Life After a New Disability Diagnosis
When I was first diagnosed with a disability and realized I could no longer walk, it hit me like a ton of bricks. I was diagnosed with an auto immune disease that attacks your muscles. I lost 50 percent of my muscles in my legs and arms. For what seemed like an eternity was onlyContinue reading “There is Life After a New Disability Diagnosis”
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