In the past few months I've had the great pleasure of working with children who have tried the new EasyStand Bantam Stander. Parents, teachers and therapists were thrilled with how well the child can stand, sit and position in the Bantam. They like how it fits naturally in the home and school, [..}
Stimulus Package Gives Boost to State Medicaids and Special Education
by on February 17, 2009
According to the Washington Post, President Obama is expected to sign the economic stimulus package today. The stimulus package includes long-sought increases in funding for special education and State Medicaid programs. Federal support for special education is expected to grow by more than $12 [..}
Why Being in a Wheelchair is Like Being Paris Hilton
by on January 23, 2009
This is a guest post from Santina Muha. Santina is a journalist, model, public speaker and internet personality. She also holds the position of Communications Associate at the National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA). She lives in NJ and has a T-11 spinal cord injury from an auto [..}
The Air is Better Up Here- Jenni’s Standing Story
by on December 31, 2008
My name is Jenni Taylor and I am 22 years old. On November 1, 2002 I was in a car accident. I broke my neck at C1-C2 and injured my spinal cord. I am a quadriplegic paralyzed from the neck down and dependent on a ventilator to breathe for me. Although I am paralyzed, I have feeling everywhere. I am [..}
Gillette Healthcare Launches “Pity. It’s 100% Curable” Campaign
by on December 29, 2008
Gillette Healthcare, located here in Minnesota, has launched a new "Pity. It's 100% Curable" Campaign. Here is what they say about it on www.curepity.org : Most of our patients have medical conditions for which there are no cures. But through breakthrough surgeries and innovative medical [..}
Who do you feel is a great role model for people with disabilities?
by on December 11, 2008
What makes someone a role model? A role model can be anyone, some one you learn and take guidance from, some one who makes a difference in your life or the lives of others, or some one who uses their disability to inspire and help others. Sometimes when we think of great role models we think of [..}
Help us Raise $3000 for UCP by Taking Santa’s EasyStand Challenge
by on December 9, 2008
For the third year, Altimate Medical is making a donation to one of our favorite charities in lieu of a traditional Christmas card. For the 2008 holiday season, we have chosen United Cerebral Palsy (UCP). UCP is an advocate for people with cerebral palsy and all disabilities, and Altimate Medical is [..}
Guatemalan Wheelchair features Mountain Bike Wheels
by on November 17, 2008
Popular Mechanics Magazine recently recognized a wheelchair invention as one of the Top 10 Innovations of 2008. The wheelchair was invented by some engineers from California who were brainstorming with students and professors from Guatemala. Utilizing wheels from mountain bikes, their wheelchairs [..}
Where does Barack Obama Stand on Disability Issues?
by on November 10, 2008
Now, with the election behind us, and new President-Elect Barack Obama ready to take over the office in a couple months, the United States is bracing itself for change. Barack Obama plans to empower people with disabilities through these key positions: Provide the educational opportunities that [..}
Bad weather, dead car, inaccessible polls: What’s stopping you from voting?
by on October 8, 2008
This powerful and encapsulating commercial from Liberty Mutual shows the challenges a young woman in a wheelchair experiences, while going out to vote. Nothing stops her, including a car that won't run, rainy weather, or an inaccessible polling place. This inspirational commercial stars our [..}
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