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Youth Programs for Disabled Athletes

Youth Programs for Disabled Athletes

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As the temperatures dip, and school lets out for winter vacation, young people are going to have a lot of free time on their hands. This is the perfect opportunity…
Parenting Tips How to Shop for An Accessible Van

Parenting Tips: How to Shop for An Accessible Van

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Wheelchair vans have come a very long way since their humble beginnings. With new mechanical technology being introduced each year, accessible vans have quickly…
Disabled Veteran Benefits by State

Disabled Veteran Benefits by State

NMEDA celebrates the passage of the Veterans Mobility Safety Act and recognizes disabled servicemen and women who have proudly served our country over the years.…
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NMEDA Applauds Passage of Veterans Mobility Safety Act

Tampa, Fla. – The National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) announced the passage of federal legislation to improve the administration of the U.S.…
Smart Wheelchairs

Improving Health Care with Cloud Computing

For many healthcare providers, patient readmission is a large concern. Recently, studies have shown that almost one in four patients face hospital readmission within…
Disability Organizations

How to Support Non-Profit Organizations in Your Community

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Organizations like National MS Society, the Christopher and Dana Reed Foundation for Spinal Cord Injuries, the ALS Association, and many more are in constant need…
Hiring Disabled employees

Tips on Hiring People With Disabilities

According to a recent study, less than 1/5th of the population with disabilities in America is gainfully employed. Although that statistic is quite staggering, there…
IoT Vehicle Mods

How the Internet of Things Enhances Mobility Vehicle Modifications

We're almost to a point where the Internet is everywhere, permeating larger sections of our lives daily. Our adoption of a fully connected world has paved the way…
Adaptive fashion

Fashion Designed With Abilities in Mind

For people living with disabilities, tasks like buttoning a shirt cuff can become an everyday challenge. There's a group of clothing companies, though, that have…
paralympics

31 Veterans to Represent the U.S. in the Paralympics

It was recently announced that 31 veterans from across the country have been selected to represent the United States in the Paralympics, starting September 7, in…