Articles related to "Wheelchair"



Accessible Travel Improvements
There are many opportunities in the world of Accessible Travel to improve existing goods and services and to create new one. Here's a starting list.
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Wheelin' Sportsmen - Review
Wheelin' Sportsmen Magazine from the National Wild Turkey Federation is "dedicated to the education and entertainment of disabled outdoors enthusiasts" and partners.
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2008 Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby
The United States Paralympic Wheelchair Rugby team will compete in the 2008 Paralympics in Beijing, China beginning 9/12 with the finals scheduled for 9/16.
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GM Mobility Motoring
General Motor's Mobility Motoring program offers cash assistance, a range of adaptive equipment, dealerships qualified to install it, and the Sit-n-Lift power seat.
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Gardening from a Wheelchair
Gardening with the after effects of polio.
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Sports With A Disability
Wheelchair Sports, USA and similar programs address the needs of those athletes often overlooked in school and community recreational programs.
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More Than Just A Wheelchair
"This thing can walk and talk. Can't you just stick it on the turnpike and give it money for tolls?"
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Calgary Pengrowth Saddledome
Persons using wheelchairs may find it awkward to reach the Saddledome by C-Train, but once at the door of the 'Dome, the building is generally accessible.
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The House of Mouse
Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida, is one of the world's most popular tourist destinations. Visit and experience your own one-of-a-kind, accessible vacation.
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Garden Paths for the Disabled
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Hidden Disabilities: We are NOT Lazy!
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Halloween & Physically Challenged
Parents can plan ahead to make Halloween night a howling great adventure for all despite physical challenges.
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Theme Parks and Disabled Children
Many families "hit the road" in July for family vacations. How can parents check out services for the disabled ahead of time?
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Access Guide Canada
The Access Guide Canada is an online searchable database of places and services available in Canada for persons with disabilities. Users are encouraged to add listings.
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Accessibility Complaint Decision
Air Transat voluntarily refunded the airfare of a woman whose accessibility needs had not been properly dealt with on a flight in 2000.
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Before You Visit Cambodia
Cambodia is not the safest place on Earth. But then, safety is not why people visit this region of the world. The country is home to some beautiful temples.
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Disabled Kids Jump Rope
What adaptations can be made for physically disabled kids to jump rope?
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Playing Ball w/ Physical Handicaps
A child with a physical disability can be a team player. Here are the game rules.
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Story Hour & Physically Challenged
Story hour at the library is a popular activity for families with young children. Including a child who has a physical disability can be accomplished in ten easy steps.
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VIA Rail Supreme Court Decision
The Supreme Court of Canada has found that VIA Rail must make its Renaissance rail cars accessible to persons in wheelchairs. VIA has not yet replied.
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Rick Hansen : Man in Motion Legacy
Rick Hansen had a dream! "The End was just a Beginning" His amazing journey inspired many and the legacy continues to this day.
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More Stories
The stories keep pouring in and they are so interesting to read
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The 50 Greatest Oscar Moments of all Time: Countdown Numbers 20 to 11
This week, we get closer to the end, with Oscar's memorable moments numbers 20 through 11, some of the best moments from Academy Awards history!
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Can I get there from here?
Planning that summer vacation? Need to discover local transportation systems and services for your destination?
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Disabled Bathing in Barcelona
There are at least six beaches near Barcelona which are accessible for wheelchair users and visitors with other disabilities. Details on accessible bathing possibilities:
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Need a Vacation?
Spring is officially here! And with the onset of warmer weather and the nearing of the school year's end come dreams of weekend getaways and family vacations.
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Amazing Dog Trivia
Dogs are amazing creatures. Sometimes they gain fame through a stroke of luck and sometimes it’s due to extraordinary courage. You’ll enjoy this amazing dog trivia.
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Botanic Garden at Olds College
Located just a few minutes west of Highway 2 between Calgary and Red Deer, Olds College Botanic Garden is easy to walk, well-designed, with beautiful plants.
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California Hotel with Healthy Green Guest Rooms
The Inn Marin is an example of a lodging that has gone to great lengths to provide a chemical-free environment for its guests.
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I’ve Heard the Vultures Singing
The poet Lucia Perillo has written a painfully truthful, always enlightening book of essays about living with Multiple Sclerosis.
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Kentucky's Cumberland Falls
Cumberland Falls State Park is on the border of McCreary and Whitley counties along Kentucky Highway 90. It features camping, gifts, hiking and the falls' famous moonbow.
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Stories as sermon ideas
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Children With Disabilities in Fiction
Discussion of available books for all ages about children living with disabilities, physical, emotional and learning. Article focuses on Picture Books about exceptional children. Part One in a series of four articles on award-winning children's literature for all ages on this subject.
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Creating a Raised Bed Garden
Creating a raised bed garden.
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What I Did on my Summer Vacation

Lyme Disease...take SEVEN
A real pro at this tackles her SEVENTH case of Lyme disease...and wins!
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Containers for Gardening with Alpine Plants
Many types of containers can be used for rock gardens aside from the traditional inground-style garden. This article discusses several alternatives that make this practical for the disabled.
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Epilepsy-Describing & Coping with Your Seizure Experience
Helping others to deal with a chronic disorder in easy, helpful ways.
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Gifts for the Disabled and Elderly Gardener
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Henri Matisse
Article on Herni Matisse with links.
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The New Forest, Beaulieu, Hampshire, U.K.
The largest tract of semi-natural woodland in Western Europe, the New Forest in Hampshire, England, is for people looking for ancient villages and spectacular scenery.
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(Part 3) CP Innovative Therapies - Assistive Service Dogs
Assistive service dogs for the disabled. Information on special training of these dogs and how they aid in daily living.
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Anthropomorphism
Talks about humanizing your dog and explains SOME of the advantages in owning a dog!
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The Americans With Disabilites Act and it's Affect
The Americans With Disabilities Act and how it effect mental health professionals
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(Part 2) Cp Innovative Therapies - Hippotherapy
Part two of innovative therpies. Discusses hippotherapy and how it contributes to increasing functional daily living to the disabled.
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Alternative Therapy Methods-Part 1
Alternative Methods to Traditional therapy
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Outside Providence-Go See It! It Doesn't Suck After All!
Many critics have savaged "Outside Providence" but here's someone and her mother who-suprise! like the film.
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Delivering Meals on Wheels
Delivering meals to elderly men and women who cannot prepare their own is a gratifying experience for many senior volunteers.
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AT and the ADA
A discussion of Assistive Technology and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
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