New research documents how COVID-19 multiplies stress and trauma for people with disabilities
The COVID-19 pandemic has induced stress in everyone this year, but for those … READ MORE
Inclusive design
Mainstream products and services that are accessible to, and usable by, as many people as reasonably possible without the need for special adaptation
Gore (the Gore-Tex company) thinks it holds the key to on-skin wearables
Gore is recruiting startups to Silicon Valley to make wearables or flexible … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in November 2020 – Register NOW
Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… … READ MORE
Schools get creative in serving preschoolers with special needs
A 3-year-old boy plays with toys as he is evaluated by Julie Patterson, a speech … READ MORE
The rig lets disabled people go offroading
The Rig is constructed with an aluminum frame, detachable bumper, and four inch off … READ MORE
Stride Rite releases adaptive sneakers for kids with disabilities
Stride Rite turned to social media to ask customers for help when designing the … READ MORE
An engineer, his Segway, and the ADA: A tale of the open road
Technology and legislation allowed Walter Marsh to work and to explore despite a … READ MORE
Video game representation
“Momma, you’ve gotta see this,” my 5-year-old son River says from the living … READ MORE
Ikea is hacking its own furniture for people with disabilities
Ikea is the largest furniture manufacturer in the world. But its sleek designs, … READ MORE
Pandemic pushes parents of kids with special needs to breaking point
Lilian Ansari of Oakland with her husband Saied, daughter Atrina, 11, and son … READ MORE
Families, advocates of students with disabilities seek clarity in school reopening plans
Additional funding urged along with comprehensive plans and clear directives. … READ MORE
CPAA online programs in September 2020 – Register NOW
Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… … READ MORE
Alberta Wheel Girls: Support group helps connect women in wheelchairs
The support group started in April as a way to connect women in wheelchairs. Emma … READ MORE
SFU researchers working to improve quality of life for seniors in long-term care
The team looked at how to better protect older adults from hip fractures caused by … READ MORE
Canadian inventor creates the mountain bike of walkers
Chances are that if you think of someone who uses a walker, you picture them … READ MORE
When do disability resources become a right?
Disability resources are not luxuries. They are basic defenses against inequality. … READ MORE
Physical activity of older people requires tailored monitoring
The ability to move about may deteriorate when ageing, a phenomenon which needs to … READ MORE
Adaptive athlete takes the podium at 2019 Rebelle Rally off-road competition
Driving a hand-controlled Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross CUV, Air Force veteran Karah … READ MORE
CPAA online and in-person programs in August 2020 – Register NOW
Regular in-person programs are offered again. Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and … READ MORE
Specialized sports chairs and the people who use them
Wheelchair court sports are a blast. And modern sports chairs are built to be faster … READ MORE
New wheelchair design: a hand gear for better ergonomics
Using biomedical modelling, researchers at TU Wien have developed a completely new … READ MORE
Child care after the pandemic should be more inclusive of children with disabilities
When child-care centres reopen, they should consider the needs of children with … READ MORE
CPAA Virtual programs expanded online in July 2020 – Register FREE
Cerebral Palsy Alberta Health and Wellness Programs — Participate for free… … READ MORE
A wonderful opportunity: Inclusive playground planned for Clareview community
‘This will, I believe, serve as a destination for many families.’ … READ MORE
CPAA Virtual programs expanded online in June 2020 – Register FREE
Register Now – FREE. Simply add the programs that you’d like to … READ MORE
2020 Adapted bike program is OPEN – Cerebral Palsy Kids & Families
Our 2020 Adapted Bike Program is OPEN. We are working on one-on-one curbside … READ MORE
Why truly accessible design benefits everyone
Universal Design is better for all humans, not just the disabled. When I became … READ MORE
Canadians with disabilities left with few alternatives amid COVID-19 shutdowns
Program cancellations, increased isolation among issues during pandemic. The Active … READ MORE
Surf therapy improves physical fitness of children with CP
Surf therapy is a viable therapeutic option to improve physical fitness among … READ MORE
Back to eye-level: Trike gives Edmonton woman new perspective on mobility
‘You’re perceived completely differently. You’re standing up. … READ MORE
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