Cyclist Ian Andersen - Alaska To Argentina For A Cause
Ian Andersen cycled over 15,000 miles, completing one of the most epic fundraising efforts for United Spinal Association ever.
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Traveling Checklist: Make Traveling Less Daunting
“Traveling for some is a daunting process,” says Eric Mulhrad, who has a spinal cord injury. Eric travels for work often. He says one of the key aspects when traveling with a disability is to make a list of all…
Paraplegic Demonstrates How To Go Up/Down Stairs Without Wheelchair
Ahmet Cunmulaj, a T5 complete paraplegic, shares how-to videos on his Youtube channel (Wheelz AC) to show others how he accomplishes specific independent living tasks. In a recent video, Ahmet demonstrates how he goes up and down his staircase (without…
Modifying Living Spaces and Entrances
Accessible University is a good resource to reference when modifying your home to fit your accessibility needs. The website provides room by room considerations on how to make a home accessible. Here are some of the considerations for your home’s…
"The Older Sister"
Maria is an artist and activist in the disability community. She acquired polio at a young age and has been a wheelchair user for most of her life. Read Maria’s poem titled The Older Sister to get a perspective on…
Sled Hockey
Sled Hockey is an adaptive sport that allows people with disabilities to play ice hockey. There are some people that say the sport does not get the recognition it deserves. Sled hockey was invented in Stockholm, Sweden at a rehabilitation…
Parenting with a Disability
Able South Carolina provides informational videos discussing topics related to people with disabilities. Kimberly Tissot is a parent with a disability, who hosts a discussion with four other parents with disabilities. The group provides insight into their lives as parents…
Accessible Travel Guide for Wheelchair Users in Thailand
Brian Jensen is a wheelchair user who is from Denmark but chooses to live in Thailand for six months out of the year. Brian loves the Thai culture and the population’s attitude of kindness and love. However, Brian admits that…
Cleaning Robots are Helpful Tools for This Caregiver
Kristen is a caregiver to her husband Jeff, a vent-dependent quadriplegic with no movement below his shoulders. Much of her day is spent assisting and providing medical care for him. Kristen and Jeff are also parents to their young daughter.…
Quadruple Amputee Teen Has Big Aspirations
Isabelle Weall contracted meningitis at the age of seven causing her to become a quadruple amputee. The loss of her limbs has not deterred Isabelle from following her dreams. Isabelle is now fourteen years old. She has won many awards,…