Mobility My Way: The World Can Wait
NMEDA | Disability & Mobility Resources
by NMEDA
3y ago
By Mike Savicki Back in the early 2000s, Arizona’s Loren Worthington made a decision to see the world. And why shouldn’t he? The Army brat who was born in Fairbanks, Alaska, was already used to traveling, camping, hunting, fishing, and exploring in the family’s small RV (tents for the kids) and admits it wasn’t until he was 18 that he spent a night in a hotel. Seeing the world to this adventurer really didn’t seem like too much of a stretch. The timing seemed right, too. Armed with an economics degree from Arizona State and having spent time in business with his father, a civil engineer, the d ..read more
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NMEDA Partners with University of Pittsburgh to Improve Transportation Access for People with Disabilities
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by NMEDA
3y ago
The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) and the University of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) today announced an agreement for the school’s Department of Rehabilitation Science and Technology (RST) to oversee and administer the education and training programs offered by NMEDA. “We couldn’t be more excited about this partnership with Pitt RST,” stated NMEDA president Christian Quandt of Advanced Wheels in East Granby, CT. “The RST Department at Pitt is recognized globally for their expertise and innovation in all kinds of mobilit ..read more
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Teens with Disabilities: Learning to Drive A Handicap Accessible Vehicle
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by Evok
3y ago
The majority of teenagers will assert that learning to drive not only makes for an exciting experience but also marks a very important moment in life – moving a step closer towards achieving independence. Teens living with a disability are not exempt from this feeling. When it’s time to teach your child to drive, there are a few important things to keep in mind to ensure your child’s safety and the safety of others on the road. Regardless of your age, preparedness is essential when it comes to driving. For those living with disabilities, the process of how you prepare can be slightly different ..read more
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Finding the NMEDA Dealer Who’s Right for You
NMEDA | Disability & Mobility Resources
by Evok
3y ago
When you are in the market for a handicap accessible vehicle, the mobility dealership you choose can make the transaction easy going or a challenge. Considering the level of investment buying a car can be, choosing the most qualified dealer is essential. A Quality Assurance Program dealer – one who is experienced in dealing with those with disabilities – can guide you toward the vehicle or equipment for your unique needs and your particular budget. The Process Buying a minivan, car or SUV should be an exciting event considering it may be one of the biggest investments that you will make. And w ..read more
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Get Physical with Adaptive Exercise and Equipment
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by Evok
3y ago
Exercising and maintaining a fitness routine has been proven beneficial in ways extending beyond improving one’s physical health. Basic physical fitness can hinder chronic disease development and ease your ability to complete daily physical tasks. But did you know regular exercise enhances self-esteem and encourages your sense well being? To a person with a disability, exercise may seem difficult or even impossible at times. However, creative approaches to at-home workouts utilizing adaptive gym equipment has made it possible for those with limited mobility to experience the many benefits of f ..read more
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Mobility My Way: A Heart of Gold!
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by NMEDA
3y ago
By Mike Savicki Bob Lujano’s journey from Texas to Alabama, Athens and Beyond There is a scene in the Academy-Award nominated documentary, Murberball, when co-star, Bob Lujano, and his teammates, play a prank on an unsuspecting team support staffer. In short, it involves Lujano hiding himself away in an empty cardboard box, his teammates pretending it is too heavy for them to lift. Then, when the staffer offers assistance and tries to lift the box onto a hotel room bed, Lujano pops out and scares her to the raucous delight of the roomful of co-conspirators. The ensuing level of laughter not on ..read more
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Driving with MS: Knowing Your Options
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by luiz
3y ago
Thankfully, living with multiple sclerosis does not have to mean losing the ability to drive. There is a variety of adaptive automobile equipment available. The National Multiple Sclerosis Society can help you consider all your needs and resources for staying mobile. Check with your healthcare provider—perhaps an occupational therapist—and then start looking into which adaptive automobile equipment is right for you. For example, mechanical or digital hand controls can operate the gas and brake. Adaptive steering and/or braking mechanisms require less pressure ..read more
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Car Insurance for Mobility Vehicles and Drivers with Disabilities
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by Evok
3y ago
For drivers with disabilities, a handicap accessible vehicle can transform day-to-day life with added independence. To keep the freedom of the open road rolling strong, there are a few critical steps to take: finding and purchasing the right vehicle for you, training on your new equipment, and making certain you’re properly insured to get behind the wheel. While comparing policies and premiums may seem like a tedious to-do, there are a few things you should be on the lookout for as a driver of an adaptive vehicle looking to get insured. Ensure All Modifications Are Done by a QAP-Accredited Dea ..read more
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Tips for Caregivers
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by Evok
4y ago
Spending an average of 20 hours per week, more than 65 million people provide care for a chronically ill, aging, or person a with disability each year. For these individuals, caregiving can prove to be a rewarding opportunity, however there are many challenges they must face along the way. If you provide care for a person with a disability, here are some important things to keep in mind in order to ensure your own well being. Ask for and accept help when you need it. As anyone can attest to, when one thing goes awry, other things can follow. Sometimes caregiving can become an overwhelming task ..read more
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Adaptive Vehicles: Five Questions and Answers
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by NMEDA
4y ago
Having freedom and independence is critical to maintaining a healthy attitude toward life. The ability to drive is usually at the top of the list when it comes to achieving independence for someone with mobility challenges. There are many options for adaptive vehicle equipment on the market and selecting the appropriate features and modifications can be a tough task to handle on your own. To help, NMEDA has some answers. Q.) Are vehicle ramps difficult to operate? Most vans equipped with side-entry mobility equipment are fully automatic with operations as simple to use as pushing a button. Van ..read more
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