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2X Paralympian Brent Poppen to Visit L.A. Abilities Expo
Brent Poppen always aspired to be a “dirtbag.” Growing up in Long Beach, he wanted to play baseball at Long Beach State, whose team nickname was the Dirt Bags. He had a real passion for baseball, but really all sports. “I wanted to be outdoors and was active,” Poppen said. At a very young age,…
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The Best Rental Car Companies for Wheelchair Users
By Adrian Johansen Preparing for a road trip can be a tedious process for anyone who uses a wheelchair. On top of planning an itinerary, learning local laws, and packing snacks, drinks and clothes, you’ll need to book a rental car that fully accommodates your needs. Finding a vehicle that you can safely get in and…
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What to Look for in Senior Living?
By Johny Kershaws There are several things to consider when choosing senior living for disabled people. The most important thing is to find a welcoming and inclusive community of all residents, regardless of ability level. Here are some other factors to consider: Get to know caregivers and staff Visiting the facility is one of the…
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Help Loved Ones Take Control Through Self-Determination
By Tina Stang My name is Tina Stang and I am a parent of twin boys, Peter and Kyle. They are 10 years old now and were diagnosed with autism when they were two. They are my world and I adore them. When we started our autism journey, I was bewildered and overwhelmed by all…
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How to Advocate for Your Service/Support Animal
By Adrian Johansen TThe impact that animals have on our lives cannot be overstated. They are always so much more than pets. They are members of our families, our most loyal companions. For many of us, they are also a vital means of support. Beyond the traditional role of guide dogs for those with visual…
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How I Became an Advocate for Inclusion and Accessibility
By Leslie Farin, Publisher, 50PlusToday Online Magazine I am on a personal mission to help build a world that’s equally accessible for all. You may wonder why since I do not have a physical disability myself. Here’s my “why.” My mother, who lived an extraordinarily active and healthy life for most of her years, suddenly found…
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Help Employees with Disabilities Transition Back to the Office
By Adrian Johansen Many businesses allowed employees work from home due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. As COVID-19 vaccines have become generally available, companies are increasingly asking their remote employees to return to business as usual. Yet, for employees with disabilities, the transition away from remote work can be exceedingly difficult for several reasons. First,…
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Snow or Water: What’s your favorite adaptive skiing?
By Joel Zeisler, LOF Adaptive Skiers LOF Adaptive Skiers, formerly Leaps of Faith Disabled Skiers, is now celebrating its 30th year. While it started as an organization for the visually impaired and blind, LOF has since expanded to service the wider disability community. Our mission is to build lasting confidence and fulfillment through exposure and professional…
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Meet Paralympian Steve Serio at Abilities Expo Dallas
By Scott Nunez, Toyota Mobility A proud partner of Team USA Paralympic Athletes, Toyota Mobility is thrilled to host Steve Serio in our Abilities Expo Dallas booth from 1-4 pm on Friday, December 3rd! Come and meet the man who led the US basketball team to win back-to-back Paralympic gold medals. Steve Serio’s Climb to Paralympic Glory At…
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Representation Counts: More People with Disabilities Should Hold Office
By Jillian Day If you’re in a room with eight people, U.S. statistics calculate that two of them are likely to have a life-impacting disability. That’s right—about 61 million Americans have a disability, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Yet, even with some high-profile officeholders like Texas Governor Greg Abbott, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth,…
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Vermonters Tackle Accessible Housing Shortage
By Jolene Montgomery There’s usually not much sexy about adapting a home to accommodate someone’s disabilities. So, I was intrigued to see this quote on www.wheelpad.com: “We love it! We love it! We love it! Thank you for…facilitating my mom living more comfortably in our home! (and for promoting marital harmony!)” I looked at the pictures.…
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Paralympic Golf: The Case for Why It Should Be
By Kristen Van Aken As the 2021 Paralympics comes to a close, millions of people around the world have enjoyed watching their country’s athletes participate in their favorite sports and bring home an array of well-deserved medals. With viewers able to watch 23 sports across the Paralympics, the games have showcased sports ranging from wheelchair…