In our new column, Functional Fitness, longtime personal trainer Ben Clark gives fitness advice to make your everyday life a little easier. First up, he tackles one of the most important parts of living independently as a wheelchair user: transfers. newmobility.com/how-to-make-yo…

A new toothbrush aims to make brushing easier for people with limited dexterity. We tested it out to see if it delivers. newmobility.com/curaprox-samba…

For wheelchair users, dropping stuff off your lap is part of the game, but a device from New Zealand inventor Mike Brown aims to change that. The LapStacker is a retractable strap system that allows you to easily secure things on your lap. newmobility.com/lapstacker-rel…

United Spinal will fly three wheelchair users to Las Vegas for the StrongWheeled Together Awards, who will leave with a Permobil wheelchair or a Restorative Therapies RT300. 2023 winner Arthur Renowitzky explains what it’s all about, and who can enter. unitedspinal.org

Can we develop precision medicine for Long COVID? Join AllofUsResearch on April 30th at 2:00pm ET for a conversation on #LongCOVID and #Disability . Hear from patient advocates and researchers on the importance of inclusive health research. Register: bit.ly/April30-Panel

Detroit has shed its reputation for bad weather and lost jobs and reemerged as a vibrant city worthy of your next vacation. From world-class museums, to award-winning restaurants, learn about Detroit’s enjoyable, compact and accessible urban core. newmobility.com/museum-hopping…

Being able to drive your own vehicle is a major key to independence for many wheelchair users. But how do you pay for a modified vehicle that can come with a $60K-100K price tag? newmobility.com/funding-an-exp…

Toyota Mobility Foundation is starting a program to help accessible-technology startups bridge the gap from prototype to sustainable business model, and is accepting applications from promising candidates until April 18. newmobility.com/toyota-mobilit…

Women’s denim brand NYDJ is the latest mainstream clothing brand to get into the adaptive marketplace. newmobility.com/nydj-launches-…

Jenny Smith, a C6-7 quadriplegic and author of the workbook “The Journey,” shares 8 steps to understanding and improving your emotional health after disability. newmobility.com/8-steps-to-und…

Join United Spinal & Airbnb to discuss accessible travel with Cory Lee, Rosie Dunn and Sophie Morgan! There will be Airbnb gift voucher prize drawings for attendees.
Register for March 26 @ 1pm ET: unitedspinal.org/events/ultimat…
Register for March 28 @ 7pm ET: unitedspinal.org/events/ultimat…

VaPro™ catheters from Hollister Incorporated provide 100% No Touch Protection with a protective cap, tip and sleeve, and they’re easy to use. Available in discreet, pocket-size packaging - with and without a collection bag. Learn more: link.hollister.com/3R8etcY

Seth McBride explains the different types of wheelchair cushions available, and the pros and cons of each so you can confidently select the right one for your body and lifestyle. newmobility.com/how-to-choose-…

Do you know a wheelchair user who is making change in their community? Someone creative, that works in tech or business or who’s passionate about justice. Nominate them for a United Spinal #StrongWheeled Together Award. unitedspinal.org/strong-wheeled…

The QUICKIE Q50 R Carbon Power Chair Weighs 32 Pounds and Will Fit in Your Trunk newmobility.com/the-quickie-q5…

An absolutely badass addition to my hall of fame of disability campaigns from @CoorDown for #WorldDownSyndromeDay .

And the woman in the video is @MadisonTevlin. 🦾💋

Jessica Kruger, a 31-year-old wheelchair user, started her own bakery in 2019.  The Vancouver, Canada, native hand decorates custom cakes, cookies and cupcakes to help customers celebrate the milestones in their lives. newmobility.com/day-in-the-lif…

Our advocates are meeting with over 60 Congressional offices today to discuss issues impacting the #disability community. Read more on how to take action & help us amplify our impact! unitedspinal.org/100-advocates-…

Cassandra Brandt shares how the teachings of stoic philosophers give her concrete lessons for finding peace with disability. newmobility.com/making-peace-w…

Whether it’s due to inaccessible medical equipment or doctors’ ignorance of your specific disability, many wheelchair users feel like they get shortchanged at their physical checkups. John Beer gives tips on how to get more out of your medical exams. newmobility.com/lets-get-physi…