Play is an essential part of growth for children. It teaches values like sharing and compassion for others as well as critical thinking and problem-solving. All children deserve the opportunity to learn and grow through play, and that’s the driving force behind Glen Lake Elementary’s Accessible Playground Project. How One Fifth-Grade Class is Making a Read more…
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Rollx Vans Proud To Sponsor Bike MS 2022
Rollx Vans is committed to helping thousands of Americans feel the sense of freedom and independence they so richly deserve. We’re not just committed to that mission through our conversion and customization options or our top-flight customer service. We back it up by supporting causes that matter, like Bike MS. We are proud to be Read more…
Camping with Wheelchairs: 5 Tips to Be a Happy Camper
We’re halfway through August, which means summer is coming to an end, and people are trying to squeeze in as much fun as possible before the season changes. If you need a quick and cheap escape, why not opt for camping? Everybody can benefit from fresh air and the great outdoors, but the idea of Read more…
Top 10 Wheelchair Accessible Vacation Destinations to Visit
Sometimes you just know you need a vacation. That goes for everyone, including those with disabilities. When it’s time to visit somewhere new and exciting, once concern is likely to be accessibility. While you might know all of the wheelchair-friendly spots in your hometown, entering a new city, state or country can feel a little Read more…
Supreme Court Rules in Favor of Girl With Cerebral Palsy
Last Wednesday, the U.S Supreme Court ruled in favor of a young Michigan girl and her family who had originally sued their school district for refusing to allow the girl to bring her service dog to class. The justice ruled unanimously (8-0) that 13-year-old girl Ehlena Fry and her family were legally right to Read more…
Planning for Emergencies That Happen on the Road
Emergency situations can occur at any time on the road, which is why people who own accessible vans need to be prepared to act in event that something should go wrong. Preparation and prevention are the keys to remaining safe no matter what happens. Make sure you are prepared for anything by following this Read more…
New Muscular Dystrophy Drug Gains FDA Approval
Just this week, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced their approval of a new pharmaceutical drug that could significantly change the lives of those affected by Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD). The new drug, named deflazacort, is a steroid-based medication that has been shown to improve muscle function in people with DMD. With consistent Read more…
Top 5 Reasons People Love Accessible Vans
People love their accessible vans. There are so many benefits to owning an accessible vehicle, and our customers tell us all the time how much their new van means to them. Check out our testimonials page to see some of the amazing things they have said in the past. Since Valentine’s Day is today, we Read more…
Venice Gets its First Wheelchair-Accessible Gondola
The Italian city of Venice is known for many things: its Renaissance art, unique architecture, flowing canals and annual Carnival are just a few of the reason why almost 3 million international tourists travel there each year (almost 50,000 a day, by the most recent numbers). Despite its beauty, history and culture, Venice is also Read more…
Google Doodle Honors Late Disability Rights Activist
Opening Google today will bring users to the search giant’s homepage, which is complete with a Google Doodle of the late Ed Roberts, a disability rights activist who would have been 78 years old today. At the age of fourteen, Roberts was diagnosed with Polio, which would leave him paralyzed from the neck down save Read more…