MobilityWorks Blog

MobilityWorks Salt Lake City: Here to Support the Community with Accessible Solutions

April 2, 2025
Exterior view of a MobilityWorks dealership showing parked minivans and a green-accented building under a cloudy sky.

MobilityWorksยฎ, the nationโ€™s largest provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility equipment, and services, is proud to offer life-changing mobility solutions to individuals with mobility challenges in the Salt Lake City area. Our Salt Lake City location provides a wide range of products, from accessible vehicles to adaptive equipment designed to help people live more independently. [โ€ฆ]

How Caregivers Can Support Mobility Needs for Loved Ones with Parkinsonโ€™s

April 1, 2025
An older woman in a yellow coat smiles joyfully while exiting a car, holding hands with a person outside.

Parkinsonโ€™s disease is a neurodegenerative disorder that affects movement, balance and coordination. As symptoms develop, people with Parkinsonโ€™s may face challenges in performing daily tasks, including mobility. For caregivers, understanding how to support their loved ones with mobility needs can improve quality of life and provide much-needed independence. Here are some tips to help caregivers [โ€ฆ]

How to Test Drive a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicleโ€”Even From Home

March 27, 2025
A woman in a wheelchair uses a ramp to exit a red minivan while another woman stands nearby holding keys. They are outside a house.

Buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle is a big decision, and taking a test drive is an important part of any vehicle-buying process. For many people, getting to a dealership or finding a way to test drive a vehicle can be tough. Thatโ€™s why MobilityWorks makes it easy to try out accessible vehiclesโ€”whether in person or [โ€ฆ]

MobilityWorks Wilsonville Serves Oregon Communities Through Adaptive Vehicle Solutions

March 26, 2025
Brick and white-paneled storefront of a MobilityWorks location, featuring glass doors and windows, with a handicap parking sign to the right.

MobilityWorksยฎ, the nationโ€™s largest provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility equipment and services, is dedicated to serving Wilsonville, Salem and surrounding communities in Oregon. With a mission to help clients โ€œbe thereโ€ for routine daily activities and special life events, the team is committed to helping wheelchair users and those with mobility challenges find the [โ€ฆ]

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

March 20, 2025
Two people, partially obscured by soap suds, wash a wheelchair vanโ€™s windshield. One uses a sponge to scrub, while the other appears to rinse. Trees are visible in the background.

Spring is finally here! The days are getting longer and the weather is warming up, which means itโ€™s a great time to give your wheelchair accessible vehicle a good cleaning. A clean vehicle makes for a more comfortable ride and helps maintain its longevity. Follow this checklist to get your accessible vehicle ready for the [โ€ฆ]

Exploring the World on Wheels: Sylvia Longmireโ€™s Journey with MS and Accessible Travel

March 13, 2025
Person in a wheelchair on a sandy beach watching a sunset over the ocean, with a cruise ship in the background.

As we recognize MS Awareness Week, we are honored to share the story of Sylvia Longmire, an accessible travel writer, advocate, and longtime MobilityWorks client. Through her platform, Spin the Globe, Sylvia inspires those with disabilities to embrace travel and explore the worldโ€”despite the challenges that come with multiple sclerosis (MS). Planning for an Unpredictable [โ€ฆ]

Navigating Mobility With MS: Adaptive Vehicle Solutions for Every Stage

March 11, 2025
A woman with sunglasses, wearing a denim overall, sits in a vehicle. She is in a wheelchair and smiling.

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an unpredictable condition that can affect mobility in different ways, from occasional balance issues to more significant challenges requiring assistive devices. At MobilityWorks, we understand the importance of maintaining independence for those living with MS and offer a range of adaptive vehicle solutions tailored to meet individual needs at every stage [โ€ฆ]

Spring Break Travel: Tips for a Fun Trip With an Accessible Vehicle

March 4, 2025
A person in a wheelchair joyfully raises their arms while sitting in a field of purple flowers under a clear blue sky.

Spring break is coming, and itโ€™s a great time to get outside and take a trip! If you use a wheelchair or other mobility device, traveling might seem like a complicated process, but it doesnโ€™t have to stop you from having fun as the weather warms up. With the right planning and an accessible vehicle, [โ€ฆ]

Rare Disease Day Spotlight: How โ€˜Walking Strongโ€™ Empowers the DMD Community

February 25, 2025

At MobilityWorks, we are dedicated to supporting organizations that empower individuals with mobility challenges. One organization that inspires us is Walking Strong, a nonprofit committed to improving the lives of those affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). With Rare Disease Day taking place on February 28, we want to highlight the incredible work Walking Strong [โ€ฆ]

Championing Accessibility and Advocacy: Tamara Blackwellโ€™s Reign as Ms. Wheelchair America 2025

February 19, 2025
Four-photo collage: Tamara Blackwell at Crazy Horse Memorial wearing a hard hat, at Mount Rushmore with two others, on a basketball court in a wheelchair, and posing with a sign.

Tamara Blackwell, Ms. Wheelchair America 2025, is using her platform to advocate for meaningful change when it comes to accessibility. During her time as titleholder, she has worked to make a tangible impact, from pushing for accessible equipment at local playgrounds to creating spaces for honest conversations on disability. Committed to her community and a [โ€ฆ]