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Accessible Travel Tips, MS, MSGladiator, MSLiving, power wheelchairs, wheelchair travel

Review of Wheelchair Accessibility of Massanutten Ski Resort

SusanMSGladiator

I recently took my sons to Massanutten Ski Resort, Virginia, and this is a review of our experience. I picked Massanutten because they work with a group that provides adapted skiing options. Ratings on a 10-point scale: For my 1st time, snowboarding teen sons: 10 Arranging accessible lodging: 10 Accessible lodging: 10 Wheelchair accessibility of… Continue reading Review of Wheelchair Accessibility of Massanutten Ski Resort

Accessible Travel Tips, life outlook, MS, MSGladiator, MSWarrior, power wheelchairs

Challenge – Travel 2

SusanMSGladiator

Hello! I mentioned that traveling to Germany is one of my dreams. There are a few challenges keeping me from feeling confident about the trip. I have identified a few milestones and resources to help me become confident enough for a transatlantic flight with a power wheelchair. Milestones include learning German, updating my passport, a… Continue reading Challenge – Travel 2

diy wheelchair dog training, MSGladiator, MSLiving, MSWarrior, pets

Challenge – Dog Training

SusanMSGladiator

Hello! My German Shepherd was 18 months old when I adopted her from a regional rescue. She wasn't bothered by my wheelchair, loud noises, or commotion around her. She was already gentle and partially trained. I was looking for a dog that I could train to do some service dog tasks and be a family… Continue reading Challenge – Dog Training

accessible tools, Home accessibility, MSGladiator, MSLiving, MSWarrior, Tips

Household ideas

SusanMSGladiator

Hello! I promised to discuss household products I have found useful. Being able to control your environment is empowering. Some products just need an automatic feature, while others need some kind of remote control. Other household items need rethinking. This time, I will discuss my first two house environment products: garage door opener and thermostat.… Continue reading Household ideas

accessible tools, mobility aide customization, MS Device, MSGladiator, MSLiving, power wheelchairs

Pride Quantum Edge 3, Custom Touches

SusanMSGladiator

Hello! This time, I will describe the custom touches I have added to my wheelchair. My wheelchair came with the usual black chair that gets hot in the summer and grabs at your clothing when you try to adjust your position. Unable to find cushion covers, I reached out to a FB mobility device customization… Continue reading Pride Quantum Edge 3, Custom Touches

Home accessibility, MSGladiator, power wheelchairs, wheelchair access, wheelchair ramp

RAMPS Part 2

SusanMSGladiator

Hello! I am going to discuss my front entrance ramp combo this time. I say combo because I have one ramp to my front porch and another into the front door. I had admired a stone accessible path at my sister's house and decided to use the same contractor to create a stone paver ramp… Continue reading RAMPS Part 2

Home accessibility, power wheelchairs, wheelchair access, wheelchair ramp

RAMPS

SusanMSGladiator

I moved in with a temporary 10 foot suitcase ramp at my front porch steps and a 3 foot suitcase ramp into the house. This was my only way in and out of the house.  The 10ft ramp would sag during use and would shift off the porch edge. I needed to do a quick… Continue reading RAMPS

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Rollator, the new paper clip?

SusanMSGladiator

Rollators are a mobility device. They are a step up from canes for providing stability. For people with stamina issues a rollator with a seat provides a place to sit and rest also. I have used a rollator with a seat for about 2 years for these reasons. I have also found the rollator useful… Continue reading Rollator, the new paper clip?