Happy first day of spring everyone! If you know me then you know about my love for gardening, what you may not know is that I am also an herbalist who loves plants. Every year I find myself acquiring more pots and planters for my ever-growing collection. The only issue with the planters and potsContinue reading “Planning an Accessible Garden”
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My Quantum Power Wheelchair and the MDA Shamrocks Campaign
As March continues, I reflect on my work with the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) and its Shamrock campaign, which started in the 1980s. Thousands of participating retailers will sell MDA Shamrocks to customers for a donation, ranging from one to five dollars. I was the national goodwill ambassador for the MDA in 2012 and 2013Continue reading “My Quantum Power Wheelchair and the MDA Shamrocks Campaign”
We Need Better Resources for Adults with Cerebral Palsy
By Isabella Bullock March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month. Cerebral palsy (CP) is a group of disorders that affect a person’s ability to move and maintain balance and posture. According to the CDC, CP is the most common motor disability in childhood. Cerebral palsy is caused by abnormal brain development or damage to the developing brain. ThisContinue reading “We Need Better Resources for Adults with Cerebral Palsy”
Tell CMS to Approve Seat Elevation for All!
For years wheelchair users have been advocating for Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to allow insurance coverage for seat elevation systems, like iLevel, in wheelchairs. In August 2022, CMS finally took action on this issue by opening up a comment period where wheelchair users and other advocates could provide open feedback to CMSContinue reading “Tell CMS to Approve Seat Elevation for All!“
Let’s Celebrate International Women’s Day
Mark your calendars! March 8th is International Women’s Day: a time to celebrate the courageous trailblazers who fought, persisted and overcame. This year, we’re showcasing three famous women with disabilities who have contributed to the women’s movement, shattering barriers and paving the way for future generations. Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) Frida Kahlo, a Mexican portrait artistContinue reading “Let’s Celebrate International Women’s Day”
Getting Outdoors in My Quantum Wheelchair
I have an unpopular question among the Disability Community. Where’s all the snow?! I live in Scranton, PA, (yes, home of “The Office”) and one thing about living there is that our summers are usually pretty hot, and our winters are typically gray, snowy and cold. I don’t love the cold. Having acquired a spinalContinue reading “Getting Outdoors in My Quantum Wheelchair”
Art for Equity Demonstrates the Need for Accessible Healthcare
The Raw Beauty Project is an art platform that celebrates women with disabilities. It’s based in Miami, Florida, where I lived for a few years in graduate school. I still miss the weather, the people, the food, and the fun! So, when Raw Beauty Project founders Wendy Crawford and Dr. Susan Solman contacted me aboutContinue reading “Art for Equity Demonstrates the Need for Accessible Healthcare”
The Best Advantages of Elevation in My Quantum Power Wheelchair
In my Quantum power wheelchair with iLevel technology, I enjoy being elevated, as it helps me complete daily tasks and be eye-to-eye with others. Although most of the time I’m raised in my wheelchair seat, there are occasions when I need to be in the lowered position. Public Speaking in My Power Chair During anyContinue reading “The Best Advantages of Elevation in My Quantum Power Wheelchair”
CMS Proposes Seat Elevation Rule
On February 15, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued its proposed decision on coverage for seat elevation technology, like iLevel. The proposed decision would allow coverage of seat elevation technology for individuals who perform weight bearing transfers. This means any person who uses a wheelchair and bears weight on their armsContinue reading “CMS Proposes Seat Elevation Rule”
Quantum Power Wheelchairs and Living with Multiple Sclerosis
March is Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month, a time dedicated to educating the public about the effects of the chronic autoimmune disease and finding solutions that improve the lives of those living with the condition, which includes over one million Americans. Quantum power wheelchairs can enhance the mobility and independence of those living with multipleContinue reading “Quantum Power Wheelchairs and Living with Multiple Sclerosis”