Chiemeka Fevecque doesn’t let anything get in her way. Fevecque, who turns 26 on Oct. 28, was born with syringomyelia, a spinal cord condition that affects about eight out of every 100,000 people.
recently met with Stephanie Marquez and Thomas Dieli from Oak Hill, who came in to speak about their Adaptive Equipment Reuse program. The vital work they do makes a significant impact on the lives of ...
When Keith Gabel had part of his left leg amputated following an industrial accident in 2005, he never dreamed that he would find a career as a competitive snowboarder. But, Gabel — a three-time ...
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Although wheelchair users, visually impaired people and others with mobility and physical disabilities need consistent exercise, it's often hard for them to work out. In many cases, they can't get ...
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – Turnstone Center was awarded a $50,000 grant from The Hartford, an insurance company, for new adaptive sports equipment. The equipment will be used in collaboration with the ...
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4) — On Real Possibilities with AARP Michigan, executive director David Bulkowski of the Disability Advocates of Kent County discussed the importance of adaptive equipment in ...
A mile into her adaptive hike on Mount Charleston’s Lower Bristlecone Trail, Angel Frechette was jubilant about the “pure freedom,” “absolute bliss” and “adrenaline chase” she’d found in the forest.
The St. Johns County Parks and Recreation Department will host an All-Abilities Paddle event on July 19, highlighting accessibility options for individuals with disabilities as part of Parks and ...
STATELINE, Nev. – While Tahoe’s trails and beaches are widely beloved, they’re not always easy to get to—especially with mobility devices. Without well-maintained paths or special equipment like ...