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Tailgating with Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle: Game Day Setup Tips

September 15, 2025

There’s nothing quite like the excitement of game day—the smell of burgers on the grill, the sound of fans cheering, and the energy of being part of your team’s community. For wheelchair users, your wheelchair accessible vehicle can play a starring role in creating the perfect tailgate experience. With a little planning, your vehicle can […]

Minivan vs. Full-Size Wheelchair Vans: Which Accessible Vehicle Should You Choose?

September 12, 2025

When shopping for a wheelchair accessible vehicle, one of the most common questions is whether a minivan conversion or a full-size van conversion is the right fit. Both options offer freedom, independence and accessibility, but the best choice depends on your mobility needs and lifestyle. At MobilityWorks, our goal is to help you find the […]

MobilityWorks’ Plainfield Location Expands Services to Offer Home Accessibility Solutions

September 9, 2025

Plainfield, IL – September 10, 2025 – MobilityWorks, the nation’s largest provider of wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility equipment, and services, is proud to announce that its Plainfield, IL location now offers comprehensive home accessibility solutions through MobilityWorks@home. This expansion brings MobilityWorks’ home accessibility services further into the Chicago area, building on the company’s existing offerings […]

How to Travel Safely with Your Service Dog in a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

September 8, 2025

For many people living with disabilities, service dogs provide life-changing support and companionship. When traveling in a wheelchair accessible vehicle, it’s important to make sure your service dog is as safe and comfortable as you are. Whether you’re heading out on a road trip or running daily errands, planning ahead can make all the difference. […]

September is Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month

September 1, 2025

Every September, we recognize Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month as a time to raise awareness, share resources and support those living with spinal cord injuries. At MobilityWorks, we meet and work alongside many people whose lives have been impacted by an SCI. Their strength inspires us every day and reminds us why accessibility is […]

5 Questions to Ask Before Buying a Used Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

August 25, 2025

Buying a used wheelchair van can be a smart, cost-effective way to gain mobility and independence. However, just like any vehicle purchase, it’s important to ask the right questions to make sure you’re making a good investment. Whether you’re purchasing from a dealership or a private seller, here are five key questions to help guide […]

National Senior Citizens Day: Why Aging in Place Matters

August 20, 2025

August 21 is National Senior Citizens Day, a time to honor the wisdom, resilience and contributions of older adults in our communities. It’s also an opportunity to reflect on how we can support seniors in living with independence and dignity, especially when it comes to the place they call home. One of the most important […]

Making Travel Possible for Families Living with ALS and Mobility Challenges

August 20, 2025

For families navigating life with ALS, everyday tasks can be challenging, let alone planning a vacation. For Kim and Steve Brown, what once seemed simple, like taking a cruise, had become a logistical nightmare after years of unreliable vehicles and mounting obstacles. “My husband spent much of his first seven years of diagnosis going nowhere,” […]

Best Power Wheelchairs of 2025

August 13, 2025

  Between appointments, family events, errands, and more, our lives are busier than ever, and we live in a world that moves faster than we could ever imagine. Your mobility device should be able to help you keep up. Whether you’re at a new stage in your mobility journey or looking for an upgrade, a […]

Mobility Solutions Supporting Life With SMA

August 11, 2025

Every August, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month highlights the strength and resilience within the SMA community. Mobility is more than movement; it’s independence, connection and freedom. For people living with SMA, accessible vehicles transform daily life. Here’s how the right mobility solution helps power everyday routines and important moments alike. 1. Growing Independence SMA […]