MobilityWorks Blog

Tesla to Toyota: Electric Hand Controls Create Customized Experience for Converted Vehicles

October 12, 2020

Hand control equipment offers another way for drivers to connect with what matters most by taking charge of their own transportation. But what options do you have when deciding which style is right for you? Ashley Crook, Sales Manager for Sure Grip, joined us for our Coffee with Craig series to discuss the advantages of […]

6 Festive Wheelchair Accessible Activities to Try this Fall

October 1, 2020
pumpkins outdoor

Fall has arrived, bringing with it sweater weather, colorful foliage, and festive décor. Whether you love watching the leaves change or already find yourself in the Halloween spirit, there are plenty of wheelchair accessible ways to enjoy the season: Take a drive to check out some breathtaking fall foliage: This could mean sticking to your […]

A Guide to Remote Job Searching for People with a Disability

September 29, 2020
Coding web game at home

Now more than ever, job seekers are in need of resources to help them get back to work. Remote jobs can be a great option for those with disabilities looking to work from home due to safety or transportation concerns. This environment also allows employers to embrace diversity and inclusion without restricting applicants to a […]

Dust Off Your Crown

August 3, 2020

Many non-profits across the country have gotten really creative during the COVID-19 outbreak. This is especially true of non-profits who serve those with disabilities. This August, the Ms. Wheelchair America Inc. was to hold their 49th annual Ms. Wheelchair America Competition in Little Rock, AR. With this year’s competition cancelled, the organization needed a way […]

Road Safety Tips During a Vehicle Breakdown

July 28, 2020

Having your vehicle breakdown is never convenient. As much as you try to prepare and maintain your vehicle to prevent this from occurring, issues can still arise.  To make sure you are prepared if you find yourself in this situation, here are some basic steps to make a vehicle breakdown a little easier. Be prepared […]

The DAV – Empowering Disabled American Veterans

July 20, 2020

Spend five minutes with David Williams and you can tell that he has a passion for serving veterans. It really is no surprise since he is one himself. David Williams has been a Service Officer for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) for the past nine years. The mission of the DAV is dedicated to one […]

A Great Resource: The Centers for Independent Living

July 6, 2020

The recognition and advocacy of the disability community was the driving force behind the inception of the Centers for Independent Living (CILs) back in 1972 in Berkley, California. Today, this organization has grown to over 400 Centers nationwide that service millions of Americans with disabilities.  Their mission of the advancement of independent living and the […]

An Unexpected Path to Advocacy

June 22, 2020

Katherine Magnoli never set out to be an advocate, but at the age of 23 she felt called to do so. While living in South Florida, she was looking for a way to fill her days and make good use of her time. A friend suggested that she look into the Kesher School, a special […]

Learn to Drive with a CDRS

June 8, 2020

“How do I get my driver’s license?” It is a question that we are asked often at MobilityWorks, and it is a question that Tim Brant and Brant’s Driving School has been answering for over 28 years. Tim Brant is the owner/operator of Brant’s Driving School and one of the many Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialists […]

Living With MS: Twins Coast to Coast

May 28, 2020

Terry Hord and her identical twin sister Tamara Kahn, both have been living with Multiple Sclerosis for over 25 years. They are currently in secondary progressive MS that present multiple challenges on a daily basis. Both worked professionally for over 15 years before their multiple sclerosis caused them to stop working. Recently, they set out […]