When building a public facility, there are many different laws and regulations that need to be considered during the construction and design process. One of those laws is the Americans with Disabilities Act, which requires all public facilities to be accessible to individuals with physical handicaps. This video discusses some of the major features of…
Is your business unwelcoming to persons with handicaps? While you may not mean for it to be, certain physical barriers may make it difficult for individuals with disabilities to easily access and navigate your facility. Revamping your facility to make it more accessible can be simple with the right equipment. Here are some tips to…
If you’d like to learn more about making a home accessible, then you should check out these articles and websites highlighting different ways you can make your home wheelchair-friendly: MSNBC.com has some advice for people with disabilities who are traveling. The state of Wisconsin created a pamphlet about how to take care of your wheelchair.…
A wheelchair is a vehicle like any other, which means that the methods you should use to maintain it are remarkably similar to those you’d use for a car or a bicycle. In order to keep your wheel chair on the move, follow these easy and simple guidelines: Don’t Let Problems Remain Unresolved People tend…
Take a look at the links below to learn more about wheelchair safety and how you can make your home more accessible. There are many options out there for people with disabilities. Read more about the ADA’s guidelines for wheelchair safety and other regulations. This handy article outlines the steps to using a chair lift…
CitiRoller is an app for the iPhone produced by Papa Products that makes life much easier for someone in a wheelchair. As anyone with a disability knows, not all buildings and structures are set up to accommodate all access needs. CitiRoller can help you locate places and services around your city that are wheelchair-friendly. For…
Although it can be tough living with a disability, wheel-chair friendly technology can enable you to live your life with minimal inconveniences. With a few additions to your home, you can maintain the mobility and independence you need in your life. Here are a few examples of the features and improvements of the kind you’ll find…
Millions of people worldwide use wheelchairs. But, whether you are permanently confined to a wheelchair or just using one for a short amount of time, you can still live a normal, healthy life. One of the most important things you can do to maintain your health, happiness, and endurance is to exercise. That’s right; you can…
Living with a physical disability doesn’t have to mean living without the freedom of mobility. There are a number of different mobility aids available to make your life as easy, comfortable, and as convenient as possible. If you’d like to know more, then be sure to check out some of these great resources! If you…
According to a report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, an estimated 244,000 people go to the emergency room every year because of accidents that occur in the bathroom. More accidents occur in the bathroom than in any other room in the house. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, 70% of…