on the go and at home

From exploring your favorite city to enjoying your own backyard, living your life to the fullest means being able to access your favorite spaces with ease. Whether that means transporting your power chair for your next adventure or simply going down stairs, several products are available to make your life a bit more accessible.

The Importance of Staying Active

STAYING ACTIVE PLAYS A VITAL ROLE IN OUR PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL HEALTH. CONSIDER THE BENEFITS:

Physical Benefits Emotional Benefits Social Benefits

Adults with disabilities are more likely to be diagnosed with heart disease, diabetes, obesity, stroke and cancer than those who don’t have mobility issues. An active lifestyle can play an important role in decreasing or slowing the progression of these health concerns. An active lifestyle helps to relieve stress, improve sleep and increase energy levels. Remaining active—whether that means exercising or simply pursuing the activities you love most— can also boost your mood and has been shown to help ease symptoms of depression and anxiety. When you can access the world around you with ease, it creates greater opportunities for social interaction. From joining a wheelchair basketball league to gardening, an active lifestyle creates ample opportunities to enjoy the things you love most with people who share that passion.

ON THE GO

PORTABLE RAMPS

A reliable portable ramp can help make living your life to the fullest a little easier, no matter where you travel. Portable ramps come in a variety of different styles, are easy to transport for on-the-go use and are designed to work in a number of environments.

Adjustable Height

• Journey 30-inch Adjustable Threshold (Available at 36 and 48 inches wide) • Journey 42-inch Adjustable Threshold (Available at 36 and 48 inches wide)

Fixed Height

• ½-inch Journey Fixed Threshold (Available at 36 and 48 inches wide) • 1-inch Journey Fixed Threshold (Available at 36 and 48 inches wide) • 1½-inch Journey Fixed Threshold (Available at 36 and 48 inches wide) • 2-inch Journey Fixed Threshold (Available at 36 and 48 inches wide) • Freedom Folding Ramp (Available at lengths of 2, 3, 4 and 5 feet)

VEHICLE LIFTS

Vehicle lifts allow you to fully experience life the way you want by empowering you to go wherever the road may be calling you. A number of options are available to suit your needs.

AT HOME

PLATFORM LIFTS

A platform lift allows you to access upper levels of your home without leaving your chair, providing a safe, economical and space effective solution to a wide variety of access challenges.

• Harmar Sierra Incline Platform Lift

• Bruno Residential Vertical

Platform Lift

• Bruno Commercial Vertical

Platform Lift

STAIRLIFTS

Living an active life means being able to enjoy every square inch of your home,top to bottom, indoor and out. Stair lifts can be fitted to any existing staircase and offer compact, ergonomically designed options that are made to last.

• Bruno Indoor Sre-3050 Straight Stair Lift • Bruno Outdoor Elite Straight Stair Lift • Bruno Indoor Elite Cre 2110 Curved Stair Lift

• Bruno Outdoor Elite Cre 2110 Curved Stair Lift

in a Wheelchair

by rosie dunn

Part of living an active life is finding time to enjoy and explore the world around you. Recently, travel blogger and college student Rosie Dunn got the chance to visit Washington State in her manual wheelchair and experience all the natural wonders and unique charm the Pacific Northwest has to offer. If you’re planning a trip, don’t miss some of Rosie’s favorite experiences.

Photo credit: Joshua Peacock / Unsplash

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Explore Mt. Rainier National Park

Ascending more than 14,000 feet above sea level, Mt. Rainier is an active volcano and features the most glaciers of any mountain in the continental United States with 25. But Mt. Rainier National Park is also known for its beautiful wildflowers, powerful waterfalls and world-class views. Once we got inside the park, I was able to go on the Skyline Trail, which can be accessed near the fully accessible Jackson Visitor Center at Paradise. A few portions of the Skyline Trail were too steep to do independently, but I was able to take in the views with a little help from my mom. Skyline Trail is paved to Myrtle Falls.

Ride the Gondola at Crystal Mountain Resort and Eat Lunch at Summit House Restaurant

I visited during the summer, so I didn’t hit the Crystal Mountain ski slopes, but I did get to ride on the gondola! The operator slowed the gondola so I could roll on. If you need more time to get on, the operator can also stop the gondola. The Summit House Restaurant, Washington’s highest elevation restaurant, offers indoor and outdoor dining, both of which feature beautiful views of Mt. Rainier and the surrounding area.

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Enjoy Chihuly Garden and Glass

Located right next to the Space Needle in downtown Seattle, Chihuly Garden and Glass features the beautiful and quirky glasswork of artisan Dale Chihuly. The museum and garden were completely accessible, and I loved the entire experience!

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Visit Kerry Park at Golden Hour

For some of the best views of the Seattle skyline, go to Kerry Park to watch the sunset! It’s a popular destination—and a favorite for photographers—so be aware of that as you plan your visit. I parked on the street and rolled a short distance to the viewpoint with no issues.

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Take a Ferry Ride to Bainbridge Island

If you’re looking for even more views of Seattle, get on the water! The ferry and terminals were very accessible. We took the ferry to Bainbridge Island and sailed back to Seattle during golden hour. I was nervous about getting on and off the sailboat, but I was able to transfer easily, and we stored my chair on the boat. If you want to skip the sailing excursion, you could always take a ferry ride on its own and still enjoy the beautiful views!

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Get the Pass

Did you know that if you are a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and have a permanent disability, you are eligible to apply for a National Park Access Pass? This pass grants you free, lifetime access to national parks and other recreational lands. Pick it up at a federal recreation site for free or order online for $10. Learn more at nps.gov.