Accessible Festivals Is Making Festivals Accessible

Editor’s Note: Playing in bands and attending music festivals was a big part of Southern California native Austin Whitney’s youth. But when he sustained a spinal cord injury at the age of 18, his life changed dramatically. As is the case for most SCI survivors, the first few months of recovery proved difficult for Whitney. […]

Ms. Wheelchair America: Empowering Women, Shaping Leaders

Editor’s Note:  Over three decades ago, Michigander Shelly Loose swerved in her car to avoid hitting a deer and broke her neck. After several months of rehabilitation in the hospital, she was released and returned home as a wheelchair user. In 2007, she discovered the Ms. Wheelchair America competition and went on to become the […]

Wheelchair Dancers Organization Says Everybody Can Dance!

When life-long dancer Beverly Weurding was diagnosed with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy at the age of 55, she thought her days of doing the rumba and cha-cha would soon be over. Not ready to put away her dancing shoes, she was determined to find a way to continue and help other wheelchair users experience the same […]

The Abilities Expo is Coming To Boston!

Boston awaits with open arms. This September 8–10, head over to the Convention and Exhibition Center for the Abilities Expo, and enjoy a weekend full of fun, discovery, and enlightenment. Free Workshops! Get out your pad of paper, tablet, or recording device — you’re going to want to take notes throughout this three-day event packed […]

Comfort Conversations: Events, Free Packs, and More with James “Woody” Beckham

Editor’s Note: The Woody Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit aiming to increase awareness and raise funds for groups and organizations serving the paralysis community. As the face of The Woody Foundation, James "Woody" Beckham, shares his determination and inspirational words, giving us all great comfort that he will indeed overcome his devastating injury and walk […]

Ki Mobility Celebrates 10 Years of Better Wheelchair Design

Join us in celebrating a very special birthday in the complex rehab field!  Wheelchair manufacturer Ki Mobility is celebrating 10 years of providing great product and service through better design for people facing mobility challenges.  To commemorate their anniversary, Ki Mobility is celebrating by doing what they do best – giving back to the community […]

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