Depending on where you live, rainfall can be frequent, or you can experience snow and ice during winter. These elements can make your wooden wheelchair ramp wet, causing a safety hazard. If exposed to the elements for too long without proper care, moisture can deteriorate your wheelchair ramp to the point where you must replace […]

In the United States, 13.7% of adults have a mobility disability. To live at home, they’d have to make modifications to improve their home’s accessibility. Many people start by making their home wheelchair accessible with a ramp. However, when you want or need to sell your home in the future, you may wonder how a wheelchair ramp affects […]

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is widely known as a progressive degenerative diseasebrought about by blows to the head. CTE was originally called “punch drunk” (given toprizefighters in the ring), and “dementia boxerae” (given to boxers). The name was changed in2010 to “chronic traumatic encephalopathy” to reflect the broader range of causes of thedisease. CTE affects […]

If you are facing mobility challenges, you may have considered getting a ramp for your home. As you start exploring your options, one of the first questions you may have is whether you need a building permit to install a wheelchair ramp. The straightforward answer is yes. Learn more about what a wheelchair ramp permit […]

When you need assistance in your daily life, you might wonder how to live independently with a disability. Thanks to advancements in technology, it’s easier than ever to transform a space so it is fully accessible and allows for independent living for disabled people. Living independently with a disability brings a measure of control back […]

If you or a member of your household has limited mobility, it’s important to be aware of fall prevention strategies at home you can rely on to limit risks. Below are seven tips for improving your home’s accessibility and safety. Keep reading to learn how to prevent falls in elderly family members or people with […]

With so many different threshold ramps on the market, selecting the right one can be a tough choice. You want the ramp to be safe and easy to use and made of high-quality materials so it will last while also being affordable to purchase and install. Keep reading to learn how to pick a threshold […]

A child’s home should be a sanctuary from the outside world. When your child has healthcare needs related to a physical disability, you might have to modify your house to make it a comfortable environment. A child in a wheelchair needs enough space to safely maneuver through hallways and into rooms, and if your home […]

Valentine’s Day may be one of the most controversial holidays in existence. While most people can agree that love is a good thing, the capitalistic nature of this particular festive occasion often shoves an unattainable picture of romantic relationship perfection in the faces of the masses for the entire month of February. It can be …

In our latest guest blog, we brought back one of our favorites, Tasha Schuh – Speaker, Author, and Resilience Expert.  The video can be seen below, and a transcript is also provided for your convenience.