MobilityWorks Blog
RALEIGH, N.C., December 3, 2024 โ MobilityWorksยฎ, the nationโs largest provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility equipment, and services, is excited to announce the opening of its newest location in Raleigh, North Carolina. This expansion supports the companyโs commitment to serving those with mobility challenges and improving their quality of life through greater independence. The new location [โฆ]
We all know that physical activity can help us live a healthy life but coming up with the right exercise plan can be a challenge. However, as more fitness programs aim to improve inclusion, you may find more options out there than you think. NOTE: We recommend that you talk with your doctor, physical therapist, [โฆ]
MobilityWorks is proud to support the new adaptive playground at Leighton Elementary School in Aurora, Ohio, a space designed to be inclusive for children of all abilities. The new playground held its โunofficialโ opening during the last week of school, with an official ribbon-cutting ceremony in November attended by MobilityWorksโ Chief Marketing & Merchandising Officer, [โฆ]
Halloween is all about fun, treats and spooky thrills, but for wheelchair users, accessibility can make or break their experience during parties or festivities. If youโre hosting a Halloween party, itโs important to make all your guests feel welcome so they can fully celebrate. Everyone deserves to enjoy the holiday spirit without limits, so here [โฆ]
Tamara Blackwell of Kansas was crowned in August as the new Ms. Wheelchair America 2025! In a recent interview, Tamara shared her inspiring journey rooted in faith, resilience and a deep desire to make a difference for the wheelchair community and beyond. Tamaraโs path to the crown began in Kansas during the pandemic in 2020, [โฆ]
Eric LeGrandโs life took a dramatic turn on October 16, 2010. Playing for Rutgers University against the Army Black Knights at MetLife Stadium, Eric suffered a spinal cord injury that changed his life forever. โI got opened up to a whole world I had no idea about,โ Eric recalls. The promising football player was suddenly [โฆ]
Nothing marks the end of the summer quite as beautifully as the leaves changing color! But where are the best places to view fall foliage, and when is the best time to go? From national parks to scenic train rides, there are accessible opportunities all over the country to catch fall scenery at its [โฆ]
Each September we recognize the many service dogs who provide assistance, protection, companionship and confidence to their owners. Service dogs serve those with debilitating medical conditions; from autism to blindness, seizure disorders and hearing impairments, diabetes and those who need physical assistance, and they also serve our wounded warriors suffering from conditions like PTSD, traumatic [โฆ]
The technological advancement of videogames from the early days of the Atari 2600 or Nintendo Entertainment System of the 70โs and 80โs have advanced by leaps and bounds to our current generation of Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo. However, accessible and adaptive controls for those with physical disabilities have a tendency to lag behind. Thankfully, [โฆ]
RICHFIELD, Ohio, August 1, 2024 (Newswire.com) โ MobilityWorksยฎ, the nationโs largest provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility equipment, and services, is proud to announce its expansion to 100 locations across the country. This milestone was made possible through this yearโs strategic acquisitions in Washington, Utah, Oregon and Oklahoma, furthering the companyโs mission to provide wheelchair [โฆ]