A few days before Christmas, our area was hit with an arctic blast that dropped temperatures well below zero. On the first morning of the flash freeze, we woke up to a cold house. Our furnace wasn’t working. I am so incredibly fortunate that my cousin is an HVAC expert and was available to comeContinue reading “How Extreme Weather Threatens People with Disabilities”
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An Action Packed Year in My Quantum Power Wheelchair
The year 2022 was action-packed, filled with great people and memories. My Quantum power wheelchair with iLevel® has been along for the journey, helping me achieve many things. Here are some of the great highlights of the past year. Cheering on the Bengals with My Quantum Power Wheelchair 2022 started with my favorite team, theContinue reading “An Action Packed Year in My Quantum Power Wheelchair”
Three Ways My Quantum Wheelchair Helped Me with Recovery
This past month, I had surgery on my spine and recovery was a completely different experience than any surgery I’ve had before. A couple of years ago, I fractured a bone in my spine. Four years later, the bone never set and the existing metal in my spine was also broken. We needed to repairContinue reading “Three Ways My Quantum Wheelchair Helped Me with Recovery”
Useful Tech and Apps for People with Disabilities
Technology has come along way in the last 30 years, giving the world greater access to information. Technology also gives people with disabilities greater access to the world. Below is a list of just some of the technology and applications available that can support people with disabilities. Best Tech for People with Disabilities While ourContinue reading “Useful Tech and Apps for People with Disabilities”
Inaccessible Buildings Are Barriers to People with Disabilities
Recently, my family and I had a small get together at my house. We had a nice “catching up potluck” and although I couldn’t indulge in the food, I indulged in the atmosphere. Ever since I’ve had to rely on tube feeds to keep me going, I’ve truly realized how big of a role thatContinue reading “Inaccessible Buildings Are Barriers to People with Disabilities”
How to Plan an Accessible Holiday Party for Power Wheelchair Users
If there’s anyone on your holiday party guest list who uses a power wheelchair or another mobility aid, you have an important role as host to make sure that everyone on the guest list can enjoy the fun! Putting together an accessible holiday party takes a bit of extra planning but with attention to detailContinue reading “How to Plan an Accessible Holiday Party for Power Wheelchair Users”
My Quantum Wheelchair and My Love for Decorating
For me, there is no holiday that is more special than Christmas! When my disease first manifested and changed my life forever, I knew that a few things I loved would become bittersweet memories: such as being a semi-pro decorator. Because of my love for decorating, friends, family and even my bosses would ask meContinue reading “My Quantum Wheelchair and My Love for Decorating”
My Quantum Power Wheelchair and the Magic of Christmas in NYC
While New York City is known for a lot of different things, it is one of the most popular places to visit during winter. The city comes to life with Christmas lights at every corner and there are surprises everywhere you turn! One of my family’s favorite things to do during the holidays is spendContinue reading “My Quantum Power Wheelchair and the Magic of Christmas in NYC”
My Quantum Wheelchair Helps Me Be Successful At School
Until a couple of years ago, I never really gave any thought to having a power wheelchair. I always imagined it would be too much since I can walk a bit and can push a manual wheelchair. I realized how wrong I was since starting in high school. Now, my Quantum wheelchair has improved myContinue reading “My Quantum Wheelchair Helps Me Be Successful At School”
The Challenges I Face as a Musician with a Disability
I’ve been a singer since I was in high school. As the front person in a band, it was my responsibility to create the focus. Stage presence is just as important to a performance as the music itself. I would dance around the stage, sometimes stepping off it to engage with the audience. It wasContinue reading “The Challenges I Face as a Musician with a Disability”