of Passenger's Vital Wheelchair
Shannon was without her wheelchair for the 12-hour delay in Orlando, experiencing pain without the physical support it provides.
Dec 4, 2023
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Wheels of Injustice: Lawsuit Exposes Airline’s Damage
of Passenger's Vital Wheelchair Shannon was without her wheelchair for the 12-hour delay in Orlando, experiencing pain without the physical support it provides. Dec 4, 2023![]()
Here’s What I Want You To Know Before You Grieve For My Disabled Body
By Amy KennyIn this article, Dr. Amy Kenny explains the concept of “pre-grief." Mar 4, 2022![]()
“Forever a Champion” Tells a Compelling Story
By Thea FlaumMeet Claire Connon, a charming, sunny, stubbornly confident English wheelchair racer who, at the age of 33, has triumphantly conquered the twin nightm Aug 17, 2021![]()
Stay Safe in Hot Weather: The SCI Guide
by Stephanie LollinoThe extreme heat we are experiencing is creating headlines. It seems as though the temperature hits new highs every day. It’s uncomfortable fo Jul 6, 2021![]()
Latest COVID-19 Vaccine Information for People With Disabilities
by Stephanie LollinoEditor’s Note: As the temperature across the country increases, so does the availability of all three types of the COVID-19 vaccine. People with spi Mar 3, 2021![]()
Fighting COVID Loneliness from a Wheelchair
By Stephanie LollinoA world pandemic may have cramped your style – keeping you from your usual activities and seeing co-workers and friends. Jun 7, 2020![]()
Disability and Disease Aren’t Interchangeable
Not long ago, I was hired to do a sensitivity reading of a book manuscript, a guide for young adults about how people live with disabilities. Mar 5, 2020![]()
“NOT ALL CRIPS ARE CREEPS” by BEN MATTLIN
The esteemed Public Radio host John Hockenberry and world-famous artist Chuck Close were both accused of sexual improprieties. Jan 11, 2018![]()
Technology has changed our world, but hasn’t done enough for people with disabilities
That quest for mobility has been with me my entire adult life. Nov 23, 2017![]()
Uber Me to My Airbnb? For Wheelchair Users, Not So Fast
Whenever I hear someone mention Airbnb, I cringe — on the inside, at least. Nov 22, 2017![]()
Self-Driving Car Tech Can Help Another Form of Transport: Wheelchairs
This innovation can change millions of lives today without introducing a single car to the road. Think: self-driving wheelchairs. Nov 20, 2017![]()
Airbnb acquires Accomable to offer home rentals for travelers with disabilities
Airbnb acquired startup Accomable to expand home-renting opportunities for people with disabilities. Nov 17, 2017 |