This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of NMEDA for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.
NMEDA, National Mobility Equipment Dealer Association, a non-profit association of mobility equipment dealers, manufacturers, driver rehabilitation specialists among other professionals who are working to help people who need help getting around. Since not everyone has an easy time moving from place to place, even with someone who can drive them. Just the process of getting into and out of vehicles can be problematic for some people. NMEDA works to helping these people, they promote and help people and companies modify vehicles to help people who need it. In other words, they help by modifying vehicles so that they are easily accessible for wheelchairs. This can mean putting in a lift so that the wheelchair can be moved into the vehicle, or helping by altering the drivers seat to allow a person who needs a bit of extra help to be able to drive themselves instead of being completely dependent on others. Personally I have to say that I think this is great. Giving someone a little help which allows them to stay independent is a great thing.
National Mobility Awareness Month
Did you know that May is National Mobility Awareness Month?There are some interesting facts about people with disabilities:- The largest minority group in the United States is people with disabilities- In the U.S. and Canada over 18 million have mobility issues- One in five elderly have mobility issues- People have a 20% chance of becoming disabled in their life time- In each community there are people, companies dedicated to help those with disabilities.- Automotive mobility solutions are there for people to enable people with disabilities to enjoy active, mobile lifestylesNMEDA wants people to embrace the concept of ‘Life Moving Forward’. The want to encourage those with disabilities and those who work with people with disabilities to raise awareness of what services there is out there to help. To do this they are looking for a ‘Local Hero’. This is someone who helps those with disabilities either by volunteering, teaching, or advocating for those with disabilities.Do you know someone like this?If so then nominate them, and remember these implrtant dates:February 25 – Begin accepting a written story or a video online at their website. (www.mobilityawarenessmonth.com) And on their Facebook page. (https://www.facebook.com/NMEDAcom)March 11-May 10 – voting begins for your favorite Local Hero on their website. (www.mobilityawarenessmonth.com)May 20 – Winners are selectedMay 30 – Winners will be announced.Please go check out NMDEA and see the good work that they do.NMEDA
