Research is the backbone of the paralysis community. It’s the hope that someday paralysis won’t be a worry or an issue, because there will be treatments and cures. But, until we get to the point where research has led to a solution, there will be ongoing fundraising to further research and technology. That’s where organizations Read more…
It’s likely that you may have heard us mention a time or two already that Rollx Vans is dedicated to making not only our community a better place, but people’s lives better too. As part of this commitment, Rollx Vans is actively involved in various events throughout the year that have the common goal of Read more…
Walk-a-thons, 5ks, and other physical festivities are often a great way to get a large group of people together to support a common goal. The problem is, they happen in a singular location, which means if you don’t live in that location, you’re kind of out of luck. But the Muscular Dystrophy Association has found Read more…
If you have previously purchased a van conversion from Rollx Vans, then you may already know about our Partner Program. But, if you haven’t bought a wheelchair vehicle from us before, or haven’t in recent years, then you’re in for a real treat! The Rollx Vans Partner Program gives back to the community with every Read more…
In recent years, poker has risen above other casino games to become a full-fledged sport of its own. Thanks to featured tournaments on ESPN to its prominent placement in the James Bond flick, Casino Royale, nearly everyone has an understanding of how the game works. Despite it’s all-or-nothing competitive roots, many play simply for Read more…
Earlier this week, the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) held their Muscle Team Gala to wipe out Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) in Minnesota at TCF Bank Stadium. Rollx Vans was a sponsor and fundraiser and a few Rollx Vans employees volunteered their time to help out during the gala. In all, the event raised more than Read more…
Our vans are used by all sorts of wonderful people. We love to talk with them and find out their individual stories. Everyone’s is different. But as different as our customers and their stories are from one another, there is one trait that most of them share. Most of our customers use a wheelchair to Read more…
This fall, the Multiple Sclerosis – Secondary Progressive Multi-Arm Randomisation (MS – Smart) Trial hopes to find a possible treatment for advanced MS. The trial The trial is taking place in London and Scotland and will test three common drugs to see if they can slow the progression of late-stage MS. The drugs, including Amiloride, Read more…
Hair loss is something almost every man dreads. The idea that your head might be forever exposed to the elements is hard to accept. Some men are lucky enough to have good genes. Others are less fortunate. There’s an entire market out that geared to the latter. For many men, hair is a point of Read more…
Telethons used to be a pretty big deal. A combination of the words “television” and “marathon”, a telethon is a televised event typically geared towards raising money for a cause or special event. A typical telethon will go for many hours, featuring musical acts, comedy sketches, rousing speeches, and much more. Since the first one Read more…
