Mobility is freedom. Whether it be a device like a wheelchair or a walker, or something like an adapted van, being able to go where you need to is freeing. These things are expensive! In the case of an adapted van, you have to pay not only for the van itself but also any modifications […]
BT Basic: Your Guide to Low-cost Phone and Internet Service
One of the nice things about living in the modern world is that we can communicate with anyone almost instantly via phone. For people with disabilities, having the ability to use the phone is extra important as we may not be able to physically go places as easily. Whether it be PCAs or our doctors, […]
Beginner’s Guide to Accessible Home Adaptations
Your home should be the one place that is accessible to you. It’s where you spend the majority of your time, so you should be able to do everything you need to do independently. For some people, this means having lower countertops in the kitchen so they can cook while sitting in their wheelchair. Other […]
Beginners Guide to Accessible Transportation
Disabled people, especially those with mobility aids, have a few extra hurdles to jump through when it comes to transportation of any kind. Whether it be by bus, by train, or by personal vehicle, you still need to have certain accommodations made. Luckily, these accommodations are already made available in most situations. Busses and trains […]
Flight, Accessibility, and All Wheels Up
Flying can be nightmarish for everyone. Between getting through security and hoping your bags don’t get lost along the way, everyone has a story they tell. As much of a hassle as it is, flying allows for easier travel and lets people travel the world. However, as it stands now, airplanes are not easy — […]
The Importance of MDA Camp
While browsing Facebook over the weekend, I came across a post I see every year around this time: Sign up for MDA Camp! This post, shared by my younger brother who’s been a volunteer counselor since he was old enough, got me thinking. I had 11 years at MDA camp. They were always the highlight […]