MobilityWorks Blog

Alabama Student Takes on Senior Year in Style with New Accessible Vehicle

May 24, 2023
High school senior, dressed up in formalwear, sits in his wheelchair in front of a shiny red 2022 Chevy Silverado

A Father’s Mission: Finding the Right Accessible Vehicle Senior year can be the most exciting time in a teen’s life. High school is coming to an end, you are deciding what your next move will be after graduation, and you often have more freedom to hang out with friends or enjoy your last year of […]

Navigating a ‘New Normal’

May 14, 2023
Dr. Jason Kolb poses next to his new accessible van with his small white dog on his lap.

For Dr. Jason Kolb, of Ohio, 2023 has been a year of adjustment. After a skiing accident in January left him paralyzed from the waist down, Jason and his family are now navigating their “new normal.” From home accessibility renovations to purchasing his first adaptive vehicle, Jason is determined to maintain his independence while balancing […]

Mother-Daughter Duo Travels Together Again

May 14, 2023
Tammy Hunt's mother poses next to the family's new accessible van.

The little things in life can make a big difference. For one MobilityWorks client in Florida, her wheelchair accessible vehicle gives her the freedom not only to travel alone but also with her mother, who is a wheelchair user herself. Due to a degenerative back disease, Tammy Hunt often uses a Hoveround to travel comfortably. […]

Expanding His World

May 14, 2023
Art Estopinan Jr. smiles from the inside of his family's new wheelchair accessible van.

Like all parents, Art and Olga Estopinan want to give their son, Art Jr., a childhood full of fun memories and experiences. However, when your child is diagnosed with a rare disease, that balance can be hard to find when you frequently travel for doctor’s appointments. Art says the family’s wheelchair accessible vehicle from MobilityWorks […]

Reality TV Star Shauna Rae: Overcoming Obstacles to Drive Safely

April 25, 2023
TLC Reality Star Shauna Rae sits in her new MobilityWorks vehicle and smiles at the camera

Shauna Rae: The Early Years Shauna Rae, a star on TLC’s hit show “I am Shauna Rae,” has faced numerous challenges throughout her life. At just 6 months old, she was diagnosed with an aggressive brain tumor that required surgery and years of chemotherapy. While treatments were successful, doctors discovered that young Shauna’s pituitary gland […]

What You Need To Know About Parking Your Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

April 10, 2023
Handicapped Parking Space at Business Location Parking Lot; Wheelchair Van Parking

For those who just bought their first wheelchair accessible vehicle, a lot of questions can arise about accessible parking placards and proper parking etiquette. How do you obtain a placard? Are all accessible parking spaces the same? Here are some tips for parking your wheelchair van as you prepare to hit the road. Types of […]

5 Accessible Springtime Activities for Wheelchair Users

March 22, 2023
Blonde woman is pushing elderly lady in a wheelchair through a park. They are surrounded by trees, some with pink spring blossoms

Spring is finally here, and it’s time to say goodbye to winter and get outside. Whether you’re an adventure-seeker or prefer a more relaxed pace, there are plenty of accessible springtime activities to enjoy. Here are some ideas to get you started: Get Some Fresh Air: Spring is the perfect time to get out and […]

5 Adaptive Exercise Options for Wheelchair Users

March 2, 2023
Young man in wheel-chair doing exercises indoors

We all know that physical activity can help us live a healthy life but coming up with the right exercise plan can be a challenge. However, as more fitness programs aim to improve inclusion, you may find more options out there than you think. NOTE: We recommend that you talk with your doctor, physical therapist, […]

United Spinal Association: A Valuable Resource for the SCI/D Community

January 30, 2023
Two wheelchair users on beach boardwalk

Did you know that roughly 17,700 Americans experience a spinal cord injury every year? The adjustment process following a new injury looks different for everyone. To help those impacted by a spinal cord injury or disorder (SCI/D) move forward and navigate a new routine, the United Spinal Association offers support and resources to help the […]

‘Help Our Military Heroes’ Awards 3 Vans Through MobilityWorks in Tampa

December 19, 2022
Help Our Military Heroes van recipient Jim Fuqua with his wife Carol and Ted and Laurie Hollander of Help Our Military Heroes in front of Jim's new accessible Honda Odyssey

Our MobilityWorks Tampa location was full of excitement on December 14 as the non-profit Help Our Military Heroes presented three veterans with their new vans as part of their 200th grant celebration. “Help Our Military Heroes was founded with a very specific mission in mind: to provide wheelchair accessible transportation to wounded, injured, and/or ill […]