News &
Advocacy in Disability Rights
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News &
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Index of Advertisers
A+ Medical Products 1-888-843-3334
Self-catheterization made easy with the Asta-Cath female catheter guide and the Feminal
female urinal. Dedicated to developing medical products that honor women and make a
difference in the quality of their lives.
Accessible Environments
1-800-776-1461
Swing clear hinges. Designed for barrier free life. Adds two inches to any doorway.
Abilities Expo `98 1-800-385-3085
email: abilities@advanstar.com
Attend the event that makes a difference -- the No. 1 show for people with disabilities.
See the latest products. July 31-Aug. 2: Rosemont Convention Center, Chicago, IL; Sept.
25-27: Capital Expo Center, Washington, DC; Oct. 23-25: San Mateo Expo Center, San Mateo,
CA. Call for FREE brochure.
Adamo Industries, Inc./WalkerAlls 1182
Pallwood Road
Memphis, TN 38122
1-800-682-7702
Keep it all together with the Wheelchair Utility Bag. Durable nylon in a variety of
colors.
ADED Association for Driver
Rehabilitation Specialists
P.O. Box 49
Edgerton, WI 53534
1-608-884-8833
When a disability occurs, it can affect the skills necessary for driving safely. A Driver
Rehabilitation Specialist can provide a comprehensive evaluation to determine your ability
to drive, and what adaptive equipment you might need.
Altimate Medical Inc. 1-800-342-8968
Got legs? Use daily for your health. Try EasyStand. Mobile and support options available.
Aquatic Access Inc. 417 Dorsey Way
Louisville, KY 40223 1-800-325-LIFT
Get a lift into the pool. Call for more information.
Barrier Free Lifts 9230 Prince William St.
Manassas, VA 20110
1-800-582-8732
Offering the Lexa mobile floor model lift and the Uni Lift, portable and permanent ceiling
mounted lifts.
Body Cooler Houston, Texas
1-800-209-2665
Keep cool -- inexpensively. A complete line of low-cost cooling garments, including: ankle
wraps, neck wraps, vests, leg wraps and more. Simply soak in water for only 15 minutes and
you'll stay cool both indoors and outdoors without refrigeration!
The Braun Corporation P.O. Box 310
Winamac, IN 46996
1-800-THE-LIFT
It's simple. You want to get out and enjoy life. We don't think that's too much to ask.
That's why for over 25 years we have designed mobility systems that are as dependable as
they are easy to use. Call for more info, including "Guidelines," an excellent
resource for equipment selection and funding sources.
Chrysler Automobility
1-800-225-9877
1-800-922-3286 tty
You can get up to $1,000 cash back when you install qualifying adaptive equipment on a new
1997, 1998 or 199 Ram Van or Wagon. Or up to $750 back on any one of our Great Cars or
Great trucks.
Crow River Industries, Inc.
2800 Northwest Blvd.
Minneapolis, MN 55441-2625
1-800-488-7688
What you really want to see in a lift is -- well, less of it. The ultra-compact Vangater
II gives your spacious van a room with a view. Our left-mounted single post design creates
more usable interior space. Vangater II also offers an all-electric variable speed setting
that lets you choose your preferred up and down speed. A single function switch control
makes the lift very user friendly.
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.
Enabling Devices
385 Warburton Avenue
Hastings-on-Hudson, NY 10706
1-800-832-8697
Hip Talk -- the compact, portable communicator. It's cool to wear, easy to use. Two
capacities: one,two or four message models, and 10 or 16 message models. Easily attach to
a belt. A nylon zippered pack with a waist strap also supplied.
Environmental Solutions
1-800-972-8348
Get the EZFLO automatic faucet control -- no turning faucet handles. Fast and simple
installation. Push rod for water, release for instant shut-off. Call today!
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.
Ford Mobility Motoring
1-800-952-2248
1-800-833-0312 -- for hearing-impaired consumers
One call does it all -- When you are ready to roll, go to your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury
dealer. Mobility Motoring will help you with the right vehicle solution, assessment
centers, adaptive equipment deals and installers, and up to $1,000 in cash assistance.
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.
General Motors Mobility Assistance Center
P.O. Box 9011
Detroit, MI 48202
1-800-323-9935
1-800-833-9935 -- tty
You already have motivation. You need transportation. That's the mission of the General
Motors Mobility Program. It provides the names of local companies that can assess your
needs and install appropriate adaptive equipment for drivers or passengers. And it can
show you how to get up to $1,000 toward the cost of that equipment on a new GM vehicle.
Goldberg & Osborne
Lawyers Helping Families of Disabled Children
1-800-THE-EAGLE
Do you know what caused your child's Cerebral Palsy? Many parents are never told that
cerebral palsy may be caused by a medical mistake made during pregnancy, labor or
delivery. Call us toll free for a free consultation to discuss whether legal
representation might help you and your child.
Handi-Ramp
1-800-876-RAMP
Presenting the Van Ramp Series -- the low-cost alternative to a lift. Our ramps fold in
half and store vertically inside you van, saving precious passenger space. Other products:
wheelchair tie- downs, portable ramps up to 12 feet long, and custom ramps and handrails.
Hoveround Corp.
2151 Whitfield Industrial Way
Sarasota, FL 34243
1-800-771-6565
Hoveround personal mobility vehicles. Joystick control and ease of use is perfect for the
active person with a disability. Call for FREE video package.
Independence Mobility Systems, Inc.
1-800-474-4561
Living life on your own terms. Introducing 10-year custom financing from IMS. the largest
converter of minivans in the world. Exclusive extended terms that can help make your
monthly payments more affordable than ever. Call for details.
In Touch Systems
11 Westview Road
Spring Valley, NY 10977
1-800-332-MAGIC
Use a computer effortlessly -- to work, play or surf the internet. The Magic Wand Keyboard
gives you full access to any computer, using little or no hand movement and no strength.
Independence Providers, Inc.
P.O. Box 172
Thornwood, NY 10594
1-888-542-6608
More mobility -- More freedom -- with Lifestand standing wheelchair. Available with
power-assisted lift features. Call for more information.
Judson Enterprises, Inc.
P.O. Box K
Johnstown, CO 80534
1-800-587-5212
Introduces "The Stowaway" portable shower chair. Weighs just 12 pounds and is
easily broken down in minutes into four pieces that fit into a suitcase. Only $299 plus
shipping and handling. Also available, The Peddle Master portable hand controls. Can be
installed and removed in seconds.
Knit-Rite
Enjoy our prosthetic socks! Talk with your prosthetist about the particular family of
Knit-Rite socks which would give you the greatest benefit: Soft Socks, A+ Socks, Super
Socks. Each family available in light, medium and heavy weight.
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.
LifeLynx, Inc.
1-888-395-8060
Dramatically reduce the pain to your writs and shoulders with The Absorber -- shock
absorbers for crutches. Easily attaches to forearm crutches, underarm crutches, and canes.
Ask about our complete line of forearm crutches featuring The Absorber, ergonomic
handgrip, fashion colors, wet-slip resistant tip. Call for more information.
Lubidet USA Inc.
1980 S. Quebec St. #4
Denver, CO 80231-3234
1-800-582-4338
email: info@lubidet.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.
Mac's Lift Gate, Inc.
2715 Seaboard Lane
Long Beach, CA 90805
1-800-795-6227
Make life accessible again ... with the most affordable residential lift system available.
The Vertical Home Lift PL 45 from Mac's Lift Gate. It's easily installed, weather proof,
plugs into 100-volt household current and has a lifting height of up to 72 inches.
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Mobility Transfer Systems, Inc.
P.O.Box 922
Randolph, MA 02368
1-800-854-4-MTS
The Transfer Handle -- the helping hand bedrail. Makes getting out of bed easier. Call for
information.
NCM Consumer Products
P.O. Box 6070
San Jose, CA 95150
1-800-235-7054
Having trouble with everyday tasks like opening jars, writing, buttoning shirts, turning
keys or bending over? Sometimes finding the simplest product can make the biggest
difference in your daily life. We have a catalog full of such devices. Call for FREE
catalog.
National Wheel-O-Vator
509 Front St.
Roanoke, IL 61561-0348
1-800-351-9095
We offer the widest range of residential elevators, vertical and inclined platform lifts
in the marketplace today. Customization is our standard. Call for information.
New Halls Wheels
Cambridge, MA
1-617-628-7955
New Halls Wheels -- powered by you. Wheelchairs designed to make sense of the world's
bumps and curves.
Otto Bock
3000 Xenium Lane North
Minneapolis, MN 55441
1-800-328-4058
Otto Bock Wheelchairs. Mobility for the real world -- with style. Switch, for people
on-the-go; convenience of a folding design with true rigid frame performance; compact,
stable, variable seat angle. Switch Attack, for active use by adults; ideal for many
athletic activities, maneuverable and durable enough for everyday use. Avantgarde Teen for
active use by children and adolescents; designed and built for kids; easily folded and
transported, durable and maneuverable, easily adapted to individual needs.
PaceSaver Electric Scooters
1-800-255-0285
PaceSaver electric scooters provide physically challenged people with the means to enjoy
an independent, invigorating lifestyle. PaceSaver scooters help people spend more time
with family, friends, spend more time having fun and getting about, and experiencing
worry-free independence. Call for a nearby dealer.
Paraglide
8501 Valencia, Unit C
Lubbock, TX 79424
1-806-866-9111
A Champion in Quality -- At Paraglide, customization is our key to your success.
Lightweight rigid frame wheelchairs. Choice of wheel size, folding seat back, wheel locks,
spoke guards are just some of the options we provide. Call for more information.
Permobil, Inc.
6B Gill St.
Woburn, MA 01801
1-888-PERMOBIL
We've lowered our price, not our standards. The Chairman Basic by Permobil. Among its many
features, you'll find front-wheel drive, a 45-degree power tilt option, and Permobil's
world renowned craftsmanship. Call or write for more information about this or other
Permobil products.
Power Access
P.O. Box 235
Collinsville, CT 06022
1-800-344-0088
email: powaccess@aol.com
Offering the Automatic Door Opener that's easy to install. Requires no special
construction. Attaches to existing doorframe and plugs into 115V. Call for more
information.
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.
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.
Rainbow Wheels
P.O. Box 194
Hillsdale, MI 49242
1-800-910-VANS
email: RAINBOW@DMCI.NET
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.
Ft. 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.Comfort. Security. Health. Call for more information.
Statewide Wheelers
1-800-909-1222
Wheelchair accessible van rentals. Serving Las Vegas and Laughlin Nevada areas. New
min-vans with lowered floors, electric ramps, tie downs and hand controls.
Tip Top Mobility
P.O. Box 5009
Minot, ND 58702-5009
1-800-735-5958
email: tiptop@minot.com
Tip Top Mobility wheelchair lift -- the inexpensive alternative for those who prefer to
drive a car. Fully enclosed, aerodynamic design.
Wheelers Accessible Van Rentals
1-800-456-1371
Van rentals nationwide for wheelchair and scooter users. Now vacation with total
independence with our state-of-the-art accessible mini-vans. Call for reservations.
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