Articles On:accessibility

Should You Ditch the Mobility Aids?

For millions of older adults and others recovering from an injury or illness or simply ...

Woman with walker, might wonder if it's time to ditch the mobility aids. Fizkes.

Planning Accessible Outings for Seniors and Families

A successful outing takes thoughtful preparation, writes La’Tesia Jones, life enrichment director at a North ...

Man in a wheelchair with his granddaughter, enjoying an outing at a mall. Planning accessible outings can be key to enjoyment.

December 3, 2025

Tips for Tackling Hard-to-Open Packaging

Tightly sealed packages can be maddening – and even dangerous – to open. Age and ...

A senior woman is having a hard time opening a small bottle. Age and infirmities can make bottles, jars, and clamshell wraps challenging to get into. Gardgets and tips for tackling hard-to-open packaging can help. Image by Satjawat Boontanataweepol

Wheelchair Travel: A Great Train Adventure

Wheelchair travel can be challenging, but one woman didn’t let that stop her from taking ...

Wheelchair travel on a train: a senior woman sits looking out while her companion is beside her.

Vacation Ideas for Wheelchair Users

When you have mobility issues, it may seem tough to go on vacation — even ...

Vacation ideas for wheelchair users - include U.S. National Parks

Five Steps for Identifying Accessible Hotels for Travelers with Disabilities

“All that glitters is not gold,” wrote William Shakespeare. A hotel that glitters with the ...

Finding accessible hotels for travelers with disabilities like this one