Deschamps’ Mobi-Mat provides access for wheelchairs, strollers, and pedestrians on sand, grass, or other soft and unstable surfaces. The beach access mat is a light portable polyester matting that is temporarily or permanently laid down on the ground to provide non-slip and traffic resistant access for all.
Ultra-light, easy to set up and store, Mobi-Mat makes [...]
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Mobi-Mat Makes Beaches and Trails Accessible
Posted by: CynthiaL on April 26th, 2009
Sports Medicine and Sports Management Resources
Posted by: CynthiaL on April 26th, 2009
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) promotes and integrates scientific research, education, and practical applications of sports medicine and exercise science to maintain and enhance physical performance, fitness, health, and quality of life.
Clinical Exercise Physiology Association (CEPA) committed to advancing the profession of clinical exercise physiology.
American Military University (AMU) Sports Management degrees courses for BS [...]
Scooting around Atlanta
Posted by: kmardahl on April 22nd, 2009
The AccessAbility SIG began their fine tradition of conference accessibility guides for the STC conference to ensure that all members could attend. All members. Even those with, say, special mobility needs. As long-time SIG member, Mike Murray, declares, if it weren’t for the guide, he wouldn’t be able to attend. He must know that he [...]
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Disabled Sailing
Posted by: CynthiaL on March 7th, 2009
Disabled sailor
Sailing for people with significant physical disabilities got its start in Canada in 1989, when Sam Sullivan used a British-made Sunbird dinghy to launch the first few sails at the Jericho Sailing Centre on English Bay. Today, the Disabled Sailing Association of BC (DSA-BC) operates eight specially designed Martin 16 sailboats and hosts between [...]
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Protections Increased for Air Travelers with Disabilities
Posted by: CynthiaL on November 30th, 2008
The following is from an 8 May 2008 posting on http://www.consumeraffairs.com/.
But travelers complain existing rules are often ignored
May 8, 2008—Travelers with disabilities will be getting new protections against discrimination when they fly on a foreign airline flight that begins or ends in the United States, as well as on any flight operated by a U.S. [...]
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Think Positive – Survey for World Arthritis Day, October 12
Posted by: kmardahl on September 8th, 2008
“Think Positive” is the theme for World Arthritis Day 2008.
This theme acknowledges that the challenges associated with arthritis/rheumatism can also get you down emotionally, but that there are a number of positive things you can do to help you feel better in yourself and get more from your life.
Our campaign for this year focuses on [...]
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Accessible Train Travel in Canada & the U.S.
Posted by: CynthiaL on May 29th, 2008
VIA Rail in Canada and Amtrak in the U.S. have excellent services for special needs. To be sure you receive the service you need, purchase your tickets over the telephone and let them know what you need. Services vary from train to train and station to station but if they know in advance what [...]
Hand Controls Spell Freedom for Teen Driver
Posted by: CynthiaL on May 23rd, 2008
There is an excellent blog by the owner of a woman-owned car dealership in California at AskPatty.com "Automotive Advice for Women". She supports and is the president of the United Spinal Association and her blog posts include many that relate to disabled drivers.
"Transportation From a Different View Part II – Hand Controls Spell Freedom for [...]
Parking Courtesy in Areas for Drivers with Disabilities
Posted by: CynthiaL on May 23rd, 2008
Press Release from the United Spinal Association, Release: Monday, June 18, 2007
Example of a disabled access minivan with left side ramp access that is blocked by a sedan parked illegally in the required access aisle.
If you have wondered about the purpose of those blue diagonal-lined areas adjacent to, or between, accessible parking spaces for [...]
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Sports and Recreation
Posted by: Web Diva on May 5th, 2008
All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Tips The United Spinal Association offers a free publication about using all-terrain vehicles. All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are among the most popular recreational vehicles in the nation today, but along with popularity comes increased risk and sometimes carelessness. Don’t spoil the fun—get a copy of this timely list of safety reminders today. [...]
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