A state rehabilitation program remodeled my bathroom — and my life
posted on March 31, 2011 - 11:44am
I never thought I would be so excited about getting a new toilet, sink and shower. But my new fully wheelchair-accessible bathroom has made such a difference in my life, my attitude and my outlook that I can truly say this makeover has been a life-changing event.
More than 10 years ago, I received a diagnosis of ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig’s disease). Over the years, I’ve...
posted on March 31, 2011 - 10:40am
Aqueduck faucet extender
Designed for kids, this quick-and-easy fix also can enable people in wheelchairs to better access the faucet. The extender simply slips over the existing faucet and funnels the water closer to the user. $17.98 on Amazon.com. Peachy, (888) 498-0488.
posted on March 31, 2011 - 10:35am
Need help confronting the costs of home modifications such as a bathroom redo (see Bidets: A Disability Friendly Way to Go)?
To help lessen the financial burden of paying for home modifications (including adaptive bathroom equipment and bathroom modifications as well as other home modifications), the resources listed here provide a good starting point in your search for more information...
A master gardener with Becker muscular dystrophy shows off his beautiful backyard garden, which can be maintained easily from a wheelchair
posted on January 1, 2011 - 3:50pm
David Gary, of Tyler, Texas, was a bitter young man in the summer of 1975 after receiving a diagnosis of Becker muscular dystrophy.
posted on October 1, 2010 - 11:45am
The Visualizer Set
posted on October 1, 2009 - 3:04pm
Featured products: Power transfer seat ** Stretching brace ** Power chair/scooter lift ** Exercise equipment ** Text-to-speech device ** Switch ** Safety equipment ** Adaptive clothing.
Make your workspace work for you
posted on October 1, 2009 - 11:35am
This special package of articles is chock-full of ideas on customizing your workspace for function and efficiency.
