Why do mobility devices have different kinds of tires? Pneumatic tires vs. Flat-free tires Looking at a lineup of Pride Mobility devices, the different sizes, shapes and tire configurations are sure to stand out. Closer inspection reveals that some tires are filled with air while others are solid. Some are filled with foam and othersContinue reading “What are Flat-Free Tires?”
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Plan Your Accessible Fourth of July Fireworks
Your guide to firework displays that are accessible for mobility devices All around the country people are raising their American flags, making their cookout shopping lists and scoping out the perfect place to “ooh and aah” at the fireworks. It’s almost the Fourth of July! Independence Day is a time when we relish in ourContinue reading “Plan Your Accessible Fourth of July Fireworks”
Accessible Summer Ideas
It’s hot, it’s humid and you’re ready for the outdoors Summertime’s arrived and you’re looking for ideas to keep busy outside with your mobility scooter or power chair. We’ve got some leads for you. Let’s get right to it! Go fishing Ahh … the ultimate summer pastime. Water lapping on the shoreline, dragonflies bumping intoContinue reading “Accessible Summer Ideas”
Cleaning your wheelchair or scooter
How do you clean a power wheelchair or scooter? Tips and tricks for keeping a clean power chair or scooter It’s Sunday morning, and you are ready for that beloved first cup of coffee. You raise your Jazzy power wheelchair and grab your favorite mug. You fill it to the top; wisps of steam andContinue reading “Cleaning your wheelchair or scooter”
Scooter and Power Chair Accessories
Accessories make great mobility scooters and power chairs even better We think Pride Mobility mobility scooters and power chairs come pretty well stacked with all the standard features most riders should need. But what good is a great product if you can’t customize it, right!? That’s why, after finding the right mobility scooter to fitContinue reading “Scooter and Power Chair Accessories”
International Dance Day
Start a dance revolution from your mobility scooter Brush off your sprinkler! No, it’s not time to water the lawn. It’s time to break out some beloved, accessible moves for International Dance Day. (Oh, and keep reading for a dance tutorial that relies heavily on the goofy, arm-pumping move known as “the sprinkler.”) Celebrities likeContinue reading “International Dance Day”
Volunteer Recognition Day
Go Volunteer! Ways to give back from aboard your mobility device When kindness is your currency, you can own the world. We all have the chance to give back, no matter our ability. Likewise, few of us can say we’ve never been on the receiving end of a volunteer’s good will. So today, on VolunteerContinue reading “Volunteer Recognition Day”
An Attitude of Gratitutde
The month of November represents a pleasant change in weather, vibrant blossoms and brightly colored leaves, especially where we live in the southeastern part of the country. In addition, we look forward to partaking in the activities like outdoor festivals, apple picking, hayrides, corn fields and pumpkin patches. Meanwhile, many are already dreading the taskContinue reading “An Attitude of Gratitutde”
Are Mobility Scooters Covered by Insurance?
One of the biggest questions you may have is “how do I pay for a mobility scooter?” You are not alone. Thousands of people who are taking their first step toward increased mobility share the same concerns. We hope to make it a little easier to weigh your options by providing you with additional informationContinue reading “Are Mobility Scooters Covered by Insurance?”
SCI Awareness
A spinal cord injury (SCI) is when a traumatic event, disease, or virus damages the cells within the spinal cord and affects the nerves that relay signals back and forth from the brain and the body, resulting in the loss of normal function. September was designated as National Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Awareness Month byContinue reading “SCI Awareness”