Putting off routine or emergency care is never a good idea, even during a global pandemic. By Elaine K. Howley, This article is based on reporting that features expert sources. Although this article is based on American Medical and Wheelchair In Motion is a Canadian Company, we feel that this is valuable information during these changing times. […]
Continue reading How to Best Seek Medical Treatment During the PandemicMENTAL HEALTH, COVID-19 OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2020 BY STACEY COLINO The elderly and people with chronic health conditions are vulnerable to loneliness, which can harm emotional and physical health. Learn how to loosen its hold. Nights are the worst for Donna Brown, 69, a retired nurse who has tinnitus, a neurologic condition that causes ringing or other sounds […]
Continue reading How to Ease Social Isolation During the PandemicT’is the season of giving and goodwill. As bright and cheery the holiday season is, it can also be a sombre time for members of our community who are isolated physically and socially, especially seniors. What can you do if you need help or want to help? We made a list of community groups and […]
Continue reading Twelve Ways of GivingAutumn is the season to give thanks for what we have: the food on our table, our family and friends, our health and home. Showing gratitude is good for your health. The Harvard Medical School published a report, Giving Thanks Can Make You Happier that supports an association between gratitude and an individual’s well-being. But […]
Continue reading How Do You Express Gratitude?“I’m so glad I live in a world where there are Octobers.” ― L. M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables Even though Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote about picturesque Prince Edward Island, Octobers in Ontario are pretty special too. What do you like about the fall? The colourful landscape, fall fairs and crisp autumn air make […]
Continue reading Fair OctoberDo you feel outsmarted by your car? You’re not alone. In a recent National Post article, “Driven to Distraction”, reporter Kristine Owram examines the high tech car movement and found that the “smart” features designed to keep us safe and make driving a pleasurable experience, are not that easy to navigate. It’s not a lot […]
Continue reading Why Aren’t Cars Designed for Seniors?We wait and wait for summer to arrive. Now that it’s finally here, what are you doing staying inside? Wheelchair in Motion has put together some fun, accessible ideas to get you active outside. Travel Canada There’s so much to see and do in our great big beautiful country! Where to start? Canada.com suggests […]
Continue reading Accessible Summer ActivitiesWendy Hillier, co-founder of Wheelchair in Motion, talks to Kerri Quirt from You, Me and Tea Recordings about the benefits that her accessible van rental service offers to customers of all abilities. “Our vehicles are customized to accommodate wheelchair users, scooter users, even people who use a walker who have challenges getting into a […]
Continue reading A Conversation with Wheelchair in MotionIt’s been a long road but the end is in sight. On May 13, 2019, the Senate of Canada passed the third reading of Bill C-81, the Accessible Canada Act. As the bill heads back to the House of Commons for a vote, it seems almost certain to receive Royal Assent. What will this historic […]
Continue reading Canada Without BarriersSpring has sprung and everyone is out and about. Try to navigate down a city sidewalk and you’re met with busy outdoor cafés, skateboarders, dog-walkers, cyclists and joggers zipping by. A (st)roll down Main Street is where the action is, but if you want to take a detour from the beaten path, where do you […]
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