Wheelchair
The Benefits of a Transport Chair
When my mother first began to need a wheelchair, I was more than a little frustrated! Prior to being released from the nursing home, she was issued a standard medicare funded wheelchair. Once I got her into my car (not an easy task), I took the wheelchair around to the back of my car and [...]
How to Find a Wheelchair Accessible Hotel
The last trip my mother and I took together, she needed the assistance of a wheelchair. As her travel companion and the girl in charge of the chair, I was concerned about finding wheelchair accessible accommodations. Since then, I have found a couple of sites that provide assistance in this area. Please keep in mind [...]
Flying with a Wheelchair
Travel has always been a big part of my Mother’s life. Once she began to rely on a wheelchair to get around, I became really nervous about how I would be able to travel with her. I was especially nervous about flying with her on commercial airlines. Fortunately, there are some great tips on the [...]