Yes, parents can use Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) time to attend individualized education program (IEP) meetings for their children. The United States Department of Labor published an opinion on August 8, 2019, explaining that parents can use their FMLA time in order to attend IEP meetings for their children. This was an importantContinue reading “Using FMLA for IEP Meetings”
Author Archives: QuantumRehab
Backup Camera for Wheelchair Users
Accessibility and safety are just two of the most common challenges wheelchair users face. Individuals with mobility issues deserve to live full, busy and active lives. There are many tools and technologies out there that can help. From iLevel® Power Adjustable Seat Height to front and rear LED fender lights, Quantum wheelchair users enjoy greaterContinue reading “Backup Camera for Wheelchair Users”
There’s an App for That: PQ-365
Pride Mobility and Quantum Rehab have launched PQ-365, a new one-stop app for wherever you go, whenever you need it. PQ-365 includes everything Pride and Quantum-related, designed for providers and clinicians. The free, easy-to-use app helps busy professionals stay up to date with the latest information from Pride and Quantum and access all our contentContinue reading “There’s an App for That: PQ-365”
People with Disabilities and Vaccinations
For some people with disabilities, it has been a bit difficult to get vaccinated. While living in Wyoming, it has been easy to stay safe and isolated in my small town. I am scheduled to get my vaccine on Wednesday. Here is some information to help you understand some of the tips or procedures thatContinue reading “People with Disabilities and Vaccinations”
A Night at the Ballpark
Recently, I attended a baseball game between the Charlotte 49ers and the Appalachian State Mountaineers. I go to school at the University of North Carolina in Charlotte and it was a lot of fun watching a live sporting event for the first time in months. Entering the Stadium in my Narrow Wheelchair The game tookContinue reading “A Night at the Ballpark”
Double the Access, Double the Fun!
When it comes to living their lives, twin brothers Albert and Alberto Diaz are not big on restrictions. Growing up in a home with three other siblings, the twins never felt different because of their limitations. “We are always researching and looking for ways to push further than what others may think are boundaries forContinue reading “Double the Access, Double the Fun!”
Josh McDermott: Working from Home
The other day, I received a notification on my iPhone that showed photos of me and one of my friends out to lunch at a restaurant in New York sitting at a high-top table. A huge smile came across my face. Thanks to my phone, I remember that was the last photo I took beforeContinue reading “Josh McDermott: Working from Home”
Madonna Long: Back Up is the Way to Go
Living in Wyoming has been amazing, although the weather at times can be a bit treacherous. My Edge® 3 Power Wheelchair takes it all in stride and helps get me on my way safely. Last week, I went down to Salt Lake City to see my provider and they installed my new Quantum® backup camera.Continue reading “Madonna Long: Back Up is the Way to Go”
Izzie Bullock: Independent Living
As most of you know, I work for the Center for Independent Living (CIL). CILs are non-profit organizations to support and advocate for people with disabilities BY people with disabilities. CILs work with people with disabilities to help them develop independent living skills. Many people think that the definition of independence is one size fitsContinue reading “Izzie Bullock: Independent Living”
Bryan Anderson: Random Acts of Kindness
In November, we celebrate World Kindness Day but I believe that we should perform acts of kindness every day, all year long. Random acts of kindness can change someone’s life or save someone’s life. People can connect through kindness and kindness can be taught. Why We Should be Kind Over the last 15 years, I’veContinue reading “Bryan Anderson: Random Acts of Kindness”