http://www.unitedspinal.org Tue, 07 Feb 2012 20:48:51 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Roll On Capitol Hill will create an army of informed, educated advocates that can achieve the changes most sought after by the disability community. ]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/02/07/the-roll-on-capitol-hill/ Our accessible travel program has produced a new wheelchair guide to Old San Juan, Puerto Rico--a major port for accessible cruise ships.]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/02/06/able-to-travel-produces-new-accessibility-guide-to-old-san-juan-puerto-rico/ United Spinal recently met with the Acting Administrator of Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services to discuss the importance of people with disabilities having access to mobility devices and equipment that will enable them to live the lives they choose.]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/02/03/united-spinal-continues-to-push-for-policy-change/ Vote Yes by Friday, February 3rd for Accessible Taxis in Philadelphia.]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/01/30/vote-yes-by-friday-february-3rd-for-accessible-taxis-in-philadelphia/ Taking the complexity out of Complex Rehab Technology. New video shows the real world benefits of matching people with mobility equipment that meets their unique needs.]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/01/26/complex-rehab-technology/ The first vehicle designed from the ground-up to be wheelchair accessible and was recently approved for use as a taxi was unveiled in Midtown.]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/01/10/officials-unveil-new-wheelchair-accessible-cab/ http://www.unitedspinal.org/2012/01/03/disability-advocates-hail-two-major-victories-against-city/ http://www.unitedspinal.org/2011/12/29/judge-rules-city-taxi-system-violates-the-rights-of-the-disabled/ http://www.unitedspinal.org/2011/12/29/access-a-ride-program-in-fast-lane-for-change/ Judge rules NYC taxis violate Americans with Disabilities Act. Landmark victory could have major impact on accessible public transportation in cities nationwide.]]> http://www.unitedspinal.org/2011/12/27/judge-rules-nyc-taxis-violate-americans-with-disabilties-act/