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Disability Etiquette
A great resource for businesses, schools, organizations, staff training and disability awareness programs. You don’t have to feel awkward when interacting with, or when you meet, a person who has a disability. This booklet provides tips for you to follow that will help create positive interactions and raise everyone’s comfort levels. The publication offers advice related to a diverse number of specific disabilities. |
Canes To Wheelchairs: Mobility Alternatives
How you get around has a big impact on what you can do and where you can go. This publication, written by master clinician and educator Jean Minkel, MA, PT, is a guide that assists people in making the right choice in their selection of a mobility device. It offers overviews, insights, and explains the options for those who are looking to improve their mobility and independence. |
Accessible Air Travel
New with updated regulations. Although air travel today is available to most people, barriers to access still exist. A passenger with a disability may encounter obstacles just to reach an airplane seat. It is vitally important for travelers with disabilities and their companions, travel agents, and others involved in air travel to know what to expect from the time an airline reservation is booked to the moment the flight touches down. |
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What is SCI/D?
This brochure is a general introduction to SCI/D. Understanding what a spinal cord injury is and what diseases affect the spinal cord is not only the first stage of rehabilitation, it is also an important key to prevention. |
Parking Pads
Have you ever discovered someone illegally parked in a handicapped zone and wished you could say or do something? Now you can! Take action with our handy “Just a Minute…” is 60 Seconds too long parking pad. |
Fire Safety for Wheelchair Users
Iimportant tips to handle situations before and during a fire, and to address fire prevention within private homes. |
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Women’s Health
Use this checklist, not only for your own personal information, but also for educating your primary health care provider on what he or she needs to know about the unique needs and concerns of women with SCI/D. |
No Excuse For Abuse & Neglect
Statistics and advice on the disturbing subject of neglect and abuse among women with disabilities. This publication was developed by the Women without Limits committee of United Spinal Association. |
Taking Action
The information contained in this pamphlet is designed to enable you to become an effective self-advocate. A self-advocate is someone who is actively involved in getting what they want. |
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The Americans with Disabilities Act
Many regard the ADA as the most sweeping piece of civil rights legislation since the Civil Rights Act of 1964. This publication explains this landmark law. |
The Fair Housing Amendment Acts
This law is intended to increase housing opportunities for people with disabilities. It is important to understand this legislation and how to make it work for you. |
Accessing Local Government
Participatory government is at the foundation of the social and political structure of the USA. Learn how to access state and local government to initiate change. |
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Survey- Spinal Cord Injury/Disease
The purpose of this study is to generate a better understanding of life with a spinal cord injury (SCI), multiple sclerosis (MS) or post-polio syndrome. Interviews were conducted with 290 adults who have been diagnosed with one of the three conditions (132 with SCI, 104 with MS, and 54 with post-polio). |
How To Display Our Flag
When we view the flag, we think of liberty, freedom, and pride. The American flag has accompanied mankind on its greatest achievements. It flies at both poles, on the moon, and sits atop Mount Everest. The flag is how America signs her name. Learn how to properly display our flag. |
Planning Your Will
By using this step-by-step guide, you will see how planning your will can save money for both you and your heirs. You will also find out how meaningful and rewarding a process it can be for you. |
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Stay Safe: Preventing Spinal Cord Injury
It is important to know that spinal cord injury can happen to anyone at any time. There are some protective measures you can take to avoid getting a spinal cord injury. |
 Adaptive Automotive Equipment (PDF)
Take a look at how adaptive controls can make a big difference in the quality of someone’s life. |
Motorsafe Brochure (PDF)
A useful new brochure providing critical safety tips to remember when operating any type of motorized equipment. |
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Motor Vehicle Safety Tips (PDF)
This handy bookmark is a compact overview of motor vehicle safety, with eye-opening statistics and a convenient list of important facts to help you avoid the most common errors when operating any type of motorized vehicle. Concise, portable, informative, this Motorsafe bookmark is a perfect reminder
for drivers of all ages. |
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Motorcycle Safety Tips (PDF)
“Born to be wild” may be an anthem for a generation of motorcycles enthusiasts but the accident rates are a sobering reminder that there’s more to riding than the romance of the open road. Make that inner “Easy Rider” a “Safer Rider” with this valuable list of statistics and safety tips. |
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Boating Safety Tips (PDF)
An afternoon on the water in an open boat is one of summer’s most alluring pastimes. Keep all your sailors and yourself safe and dry with this informative compilation of common-sense rules for mariners of all ages. |
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Personal Watercraft Safety Tips (PDF)
An afternoon on the water in an open boat is one of summer’s most alluring pastimes. Keep all your sailors and yourself safe and dry with this informative compilation of common-sense rules for mariners of all ages. |
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Snowmobile Safety Tips (PDF)
The lure of a pristine, snow-covered mountainside is irresistible for snowmobile aficionados and to make sure you get back to the lodge safely, check out this handy review of do’s and don’ts for this fast-growing winter sport. |
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All-Terrain Vehicle Safety Tips(PDF)
All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) are among the most popular recreational vehicles in the nation today, but along with popularity comes increased risk and sometimes carelessness. Don’t spoil the fun––get a copy of this timely list of safety reminders today. |
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