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Index of Advertisers
Access Designed R.V.'s
8450 Pensacola Blvd.
Pensacola, FL 32534
1-904-477-5025
Recreational vehicles custom built for you.
Accessible Vans of America
4 Beryl Road
Paoli, PA 19301
1-888-AVA-VANS
Accessible Vans of
America
Rent or buy an accessible van from Accessible Vans of America.
Linking accessibility nationwide. Lowered-floor minivans with power
ramp entry, safety systems, roomy interior.Call us.
Adamo Industries, Inc./WalkerAlls
1182 Pallwood Road
Memphis, TN 38122
1-800-682-7702
Adamo Industries
The handy-bag BAR is a lightweight bar designed to slide easily
onto wheelchair handles. Forms a sturdy base from which to hang
other Adamo ADLs. Call for more information.
Allen Mello Dodge, Inc.
13 Marmon Dr.
Nashua, NH 03060
1-603-888-7550
email: amd@jlc.net
New England's exclusive distributor of Vantage Mini Vans. New and
Used in stock ready for immediate delivery.
Allsup, Inc.
300 Allsup Place
Belleville, IL 62223-9934
1-888-485-8850
Tens of thousands of people have been unfairly denied Social
Security disability benefits. Are you one of them? Now is the time
to assert your rights to the benefits you deserve. Call today.
Altimate Medical, Inc.
1-800-342-8968
The EasyStand 5000 features a modular design with positioning,
support and mobile options. Accommodates individuals from 4'6" to
6'5".
Ameriphone, Inc.
12082 Western Avenue
Garden Grove, CA 92841
1-800-874-3005 -- voice
1-800-772-2889 -- tty
email: ameriphone@ameriphoneinc.com
Discover the joy of using the telephone without any assistance. The
new Dialogue RC Remote Controlled Speakerphone offers you complete
hands-free calling. The wireless remote offers "one touch" control
for memory selection, dialing, answering and access to all the
phone company's special services, up to 40 feet away. It has voice-
activated answering, too. A gentle breath of air is all it takes to
operate the phone. Call for free catalog.
A-MED Health Care
1-800-289-5476
A-Med Health Care Center featuring Mentor urologicals. A young man,
using a wheelchair and two Mentor urological products. Freedom
Clear, a new male external catheter for everyday use, is latex free
and made of a clear material to facilitate daily skin checks. Self-
cath soft intermittent catheter offers a 100 percent latex-free
alternative to a red rubber catheter. Call for samples.
ABK International Inc.
246 Dodge Ave.
East Haven, CT 06512
1-203-468-9691
The Ergobar is designed to reduce the chances of wrist of low back
strain while pushing a wheelchair. Ergobar fits all wheelchairs.
ARC Home Health Products
1-800-278-8595
Attends -- advanced skin health system. Small perma-dry brief with
waistband. We also have Depends, Promise, Surety, Prevail,
Careplus. Convenient ordering. Discreet cartons. Home delivery.
Samples available. Call today!
Balder USA
1-888-422-5337
The BALDER is a powerchair with unique features -- a 16-inch seat
elevation and a 6-inch forward seat slide. These features allow you
to live or work in less adaptive environments.
Barrier Free Lifts
9230 Prince William St.
Manassas, VA 20110
1-800-582-8732
Barrier Free Lifts
Offering the Raisa stand-up lift among the largest selection of
personal lifting systems in the USA.
Beutlich Pharmaceuticals LP
1541 Shields Drive
Waukegan, IL 60085
1-800-238-8542
email: hurricane@aol.com
Beutlich
CEO-TWO suppositories offer the spinal cord injured a simple but
effective way to evacuate the lower bowel that is safe, effective
and predictable. Call for more information.
The Braun Corporation
P.O. Box 310
Winamac, IN 46996
1-800-THE-LIFT
Introducing your 1997 Braun Entervan. The ultimate refinement. The
culmination of 25 years' experience in building personal mobility
products. The Entervan has been crash tested and certified to meet
or exceed all applicable federal safety requirements. Call for a
video.
California State University Monterey Bay
Human Resources Office
100 Campus Center
Seaside, CA 93955-8001
1-408-582-3337
Cal State Monterey Bay
Job posting: Disabled student resources coordinator (administrator
1). Develop, administrate and evaluate innovative disabled student
programs and services that comply with state and federal policies.
BA degree equivalent plus three years experience. Call for
application.
Chrysler Automobility
1-800-255-9877
1-800-922-3826 (TDD)
Chrysler Automobility
For people who just won't sit still. Chrysler has a program for
people who refuse to live in the slow lane. It's called
Automobility and it will give you up to $1,000 back when you
install adaptive equipment on a new Chrysler Corporation vehicle.
Concepts in Confidence
1797-32 Veterans Highway, Dept. MM
Islandia, NY 11722
1-800-822-4050
Go the distance and maximize the quality of your life with the
Bullet to Freedom, a laxative suppository for bowel program
control. The Magic Bullet is proven in scientific studies and is
used in major rehab centers. Call for information.
Creative Controls Inc.
1-800-539-7237
Finally, the push-button operated Scooter station -- a powered
lock-down is now available to restrain your unoccupied scooter.
Call for FREE brochure.
Daniels Cablevision
Job hotline: 1-619-438-7741, ext. 500
Successful job applicants are required to take an interview and
drug test. Call 1-619-438-7741, ext. 504 if you require an
accommodation for the interview and/or test.
DMP Duraline Medical Products
324 Werner St.
P.O. Box 67
Leipsic, OH 45856
1-800-654-3376
Looking for the right Bladder Control Products? Brand name
disposables and reusable products. Competitive pricing. Call for a
FREE catalog.
Everest & Jennings
1-800-235-4661
1-800-387-9113 (CANADA)
Kuschall
1-800-654-4768
LaBac
1-800-445-4402
The Best in Rehab -- E&J, Kuschall of America and LaBac Systems --
all under the Graham-Field umbrella to being the best to you. Call
for more information on manual and power chairs and seating
systems.
EyeTech Digital Systems
1750 E. McLellan Rd.
Mesa, AZ 85203
1-602-386-6303
email: etsbus@aol.com
EyeTech
Use Quick Glance for hands-free access to your Windows 95 computer.
Quick Glance is a mouse emulator which moves the cursor according
to your eye movements.
Frog Legs
P.O. Box 465
Vinton, Iowa 52349
1-319-373-9393
Frog Legs is a unique lightweight shock absorbing caster fork
system for everyday wheelchair use. Reduces frame vibration, "hops"
over obstacles, and fits most chairs in minutes. Call and ask about
Frog Legs for power chairs.
Glendale Federal Bank
201 West Lexington Drive, Dept. CW/AA
Glendale, CA 91203
Investment in our diverse staff has been the foundation of our
success. It could be the foundation of yours. We have ongoing
positions available in the following areas: Business banking
officers and Senior Loan Officers (real estate).
GMC Sonoma
1-800-TRY-GMC1
1-800-833-9935 TTY
GMC SONOMA
No wall. No barriers. No barriers. Just doors. It's your
liberation. Your access. Your gateway to every challenge out there.
It's the 3rd Door Sonoma Sportside by GMC -- where sports car meets
pickup. Call for information about the GM Mobility Program.
GPK, Inc.
7942 Calle Posada
Carlsbad, CA 92009
1-800-468-8679
The possibilities are endless with UPPERTONE. Sixteen unassisted
exercises for quads. Call for brochure.
Hadassah Israel Tours
1-800-363-2373
Israel Mission for the Physically Challenged. A special tour for
those with special needs to enjoy all the facets of the Israel
experience. November 13-26, 1997
Invacare Corporation
Corporate Human Resources, Dept. ADI-A
P.O. Box 4028
Elyria, OH 44036-2125
Invacare Corp.
We have a completely different way of dealing with our customers.
We hire them. Hiring talented and qualified people like you is what
has made us the world's largest manufacturer of wheelchairs and
other medical equipment. Send us your resume.
IPU Innovative Products Unlimited
4351 W. College Ave., Suite 505
Appleton, WI 54914
1-800-424-3369
Innovative Products
Get moving with Theralive, the motor-driven exerciser that improves
flexibility and circulation. It's rugged and dependable and can be
switched from passive (power assisted) to active movement mode.
Call for more details.
Just Two Bikes, Inc.
4821 Washington Ave.
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
1-800-499-1548
email: 74771.2737@compuserve.com
Just Two Bikes
Tour and leisure cycling have become even more enjoyable with the
JTB Montage. Optional hand crank available.
KayJae Manufacturing Co., Inc.
P.O.Box 1027M
Bay Shore, NY 11706
1-888-4-KAYJAE
KayJae
Independence for the physically challenged with the KayJae Portable
Versa-Table. Adjustable, lightweight and durable. Reduces neck and
back strain,. Great for travel. Use for reading, writing and
eating.
Kinetic Diversified Industries, Inc.
1-800-451-6206
TushCush
Makers of the famous original "Tush-Cush" orthopedic seat cushion.
And now a new product: a gel cushion for wheelchairs at a fraction
of the cost of the other "big name" cushions. Call for more
information.
Knit-Rite
Presenting Super Sock -- a prosthetic sock of superior quality,
made of 100 percent fine virgin wool that can be machine washed.
Feel the difference. Available through prosthetists nationwide.
Kroepke Kontrols
104 Hawkins St.
Bronx, NY 10464
1-718-885-1100
email: kroepke@mail.idt.net
Drive your car safely, easily, confidently -- with your fingertips!
Kroepke Kontrols are custom made to fit your car perfectly.
Lubidet USA Inc.
1980 S. Quebec St. #4
Denver, CO 80231-3234
1-800-582-4338
email: lubidet@rmii.com
Make life easier with Lubidet's toilet attachment. Gentle,
effective, non-intrusive personal cleansing. Warm water wash; warm
air dry. Call for free brochure.
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MENTOR Urology Products
5425 Hollister Ave.
Santa Barbara, CA 93111
1-800-618-6656
Self Discipline -- The intensity of competition becomes a religion,
the rush of adrenaline an addiction. Excellence never comes easy.
Joseph Babakanian T11-12 uses self-cath. Call for more information.
MMG Healthcare
1-800-334-4475
1-800-323-6718 (CANADA)
Live life to the fullest! Make the MMG/O'Neil Intermittent Sterile
Catheter System your active partner. It's a compact, portable
sterile system that lets you be as active as you want to be. Call
for full details and a FREE sample.
NYNEX
(800) 882-6828
(800) 299-2640 TTY
With free NYNEX assistive equipment, low-income people with
disabilities can enjoy their independence. To qualify for
assistance, you must be on NYNEX LifeLine Service or be eligible
for it. This is a limited time offer and applies only to New York
State NYNEX customers or their dependents in the same household,
while supplies last.
Paralysis Society of America
1-888-633-2403
For travelers with disabilities, we're putting the whole world
within reach. A 3-day conference "Travelers with Disabilities: The
Untapped Market," will be held January 21-23, 1998 in Washington,
DC. Call for info.
PDLX Co. Inc.
P.O. Box 129
Shelton, WA 98584
1-800-314-4851
For passive and non-passive exercise, the Therapy Machine promotes
good blood circulation, muscle tone, eases stiff joints, prevents
atrophy, helps to ease muscle spasms. Call for FREE video.
Pedal Pal
1-888-733-2572
email: pedalpal@erie.net
Pedal Pal
The Pedal Pal -- because there are enough mountains ahead that
you'll have to climb alone...we offer this challenge with a level
playing field. And we kindly invite you to bring a friend. Share
the ride!
R & P Capital Resources, Inc.
White Plains, NY
1-800-338-5815
We pay CASH for personal injury and other insurance settlements and
annuities. We also buy owner-held mortgages and lottery winnings.
Call for details.
Rainbow Wheels
P.O. Box 194
Hillsdale, MI 49242
1-800-910-VANS
email: RAINBOW@DMCI.NET
Rainbow Wheels
Rental of wheelchair accessible vans for periods of one day or
longer. Rainbow Wheels provides the vehicle for freedom and
independence. Our goal is to improve the mobility of people with
disabilities and their families.
Rand-Scot, Inc.
401 Linden Center Dr.
Fort Collins, CO 80524
1-800-467-7967
email: randscot@webaccess.net
Transfer hassle? Try the EasyPivot! Simply the best way to get from
wheelchair to bed. The EasyPivot uses a natural position for a
gentle comfortable lift. Call for more information.
R.D. Equipment, Inc.
230 Percival Drive
West Barnstable, MA 02668
1-508-362-7498
e-mail: rdequip@capecod.net
New inexpensive, lightweight electric leg bag emptier. Also offers
the Tub Slide Shower Chair þ so versatile that it will work in
almost any bathroom.
Rochester Medical
Stewartville, MN 55976
1-800-243-3315
Wide Band -- the new standard in male external catheters --
provides security, safety and comfort. The Wide Band is designed to
stay on and has 70 percent more adhesive than traditional style
self-adhering catheters. Call for a sample and more information.
SHOPRIDER USA Inc.
23414 68th Avenue South
Kent, WA 98032
1-253-852-7660
1-604-273-5173 (CANADA)
Proud to present our NEW! Electric Wheelchair. Easy to maneuver
(turn on a dime); super compact; whisper quiet; powerful dual
motors; exceptional styling. Call for more info.
Superset
1-800-883-0773
Get a completely independent challenging workout with Superset.
Isotonic and aerobic workout. Call today!
Supracor Systems, Inc.
1-800-787-7226
Supracor
Evolving nature's sophisticated architecture to create the ultimate
performance material and the finest seating and positioning
products. Ventilated. Lightweight. Machine washable. And dryer
safe. Stimulite Honeycomb Cushions provide total pressure
management.
TASH
1-800-463-5685
email: tashcan@aol.com
Move your mouse through switches. Computer access by TASH.
Travel Light Inc.
P.O. Box 27740
Las Vegas, NV 89126
1-800-995-5541
Lose 20 pounds and see the world. Travel Light chairs weigh only 22
pounds, making it 6 to 20 pounds lighter than a wheelchair. Folds
completely. Comfortable. Call for more information.
Urocare Products, Inc.
1-800-423-4441
From our reusable latex leg bags to our tubing clamps and
connectors, we've been providing a wide range of quality
incontinence management products for over 20 years. Call for more
information.
U.S. Medical Corporation
1-800-408-7633
Impotence. Now there's an easy solution. The ErecAid System is safe
and effective. It comes with free educational materials and video.
Vail Monoski Camp
Call Sarah Will at 970-949-1943
imonoski@vail.net
Learn to race. Improve your free-skiing. Woman's scholarship
available. Camp dates: Nov. 30th through Dec. 5th.
Washington Watch/UCPA
1660 L Street NW
Washington, DC 20036-5602
Attention information junkies! Subscribe to the United Cerebral
Palsy's bi-weekly 4-page newsletter, Washington Watch. Find out
what's happening in Social Security, Voc Rehab, Medicaid.
Individuals Subs are $25 for one year.
Waupaca Elevator Company, Inc.
1050 So. Grider St.
Appleton, WI 54914
1-800-238-8739
You should contact us if: you have a two or more story home. A
member of your family can't move from one floor to another without
help. If you had an elevator life would be much easier. Please
contact us today for more information.
Wheelchair Getaways
1-800-642-2042
Wheelchair Getaways rents wheelchair accessible vans by the day,
week, or longer, throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Each van is
equipped with a fully automatic wheelchair lift or ramp, tie-downs,
and a raised roof or lowered floor for added comfort. Our vans
accommodate both wheelchairs and scooters.
Wheelers Accessible Van Rentals
1-800-456-1371
Van rentals nationwide. Now vacation with total independence with
our state-of-the-art accessible mini-vans. Call for reservations.
Wings & Wheels
5 Cleveland Avenue
Dover, NJ 07801
1-800-422-5309
Finally, greeting cards for you! Designs depicting people with
disabilities living life. Call for FREE catalog.
Worldwide Engineering
3240 N. Delaware Street
Chandler, AZ 85225-1100
1-800-848-3433
Affordable quality carriers for scooters; manual, power and folding
wheelchairs. Call for a FREE brochure.
And that's MAINSTREAM Magazine for OCTOBER 1997. We'd love to hear your comments. Write to MAINSTREAM at 2973 Beech St., San Diego, CA 92102. Or send e-mail to editor@mainstream-mag.com. So long until next time.
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