6 Tips for Successful Fundraising for Assistive Technology

Jun 05, 2019 Adaptive Products, Life in a Wheelchair, Spinal Cord Injuries, Disabled Youth, Veterans

The Funding Guide for Children With Disabilities, by Tamara Simmons (Triumph Press, 2015), offers a how-to guide for receiving funding for assistive technology based on Tamara’s years of experience doing so. While the book was written directed at parents of children with disabilities, many of the takeaways are useful for…

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Gardening Tips for Wheelchair Users

Mar 28, 2019 Life in a Wheelchair, Spinal Cord Injuries, Disabled Youth, Veterans, Senior Citizens

Gardening can be an enjoyable hobby and a great way to add fresh produce into your diet and fresh air to your day. Gardening can still be an accessible activity for wheelchair users, with the right modifications. Design Your Garden To Meet Your Needs            Knowing how far you can reach,…

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Hospital Discharge Plans

Feb 13, 2019 Safety, Fall Prevention, Spinal Cord Injuries, Disabled Youth, Veterans, Senior Citizens

For a family member who has been hospitalized and is now facing mobility loss, discharge plans can feel overwhelming. There may be physical therapy to coordinate and home health care to research. While in discussion with your loved one’s physicians, be sure to consider their ability to get into and…

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