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August 30, 2013

Ways To Help Your Elderly Relative Keep Active

Whilst having an active lifestyle may be very easy for some older people, others may struggle. Staying active is not just about physical exercise, it is also about continuing to have a regular social life, and practicing new and existing […]

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August 1, 2013

Common Disabled Access Problems In Historic Buildings

Disabled access standards in the past were not as well enforced or widespread as they are today and accessing historic buildings can be a serious issue for disabled people. People with disabilities who live in older towns and cities, such […]

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July 30, 2013

What Is Osteoarthritis And How Do You Treat It?

Osteoarthritis or OA of the knee, is one of the most common reported occupational illnesses, and can be related to workers in the mining industry, carpet and floor fitters and occupations that involve a lot of walking, such as postmen […]

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Wheel-Trans Not a Reliable Source for Disabled Transit Services

The following is from an email conversation between Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc. and a local citizen concerned with the unreliable services offered by Wheel-Trans. All information here within this blog post is unedited. We are posting this in hopes that […]

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July 26, 2013

Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc. Featured in Mobile Business Communications Ltd Newsletter

Over the course of our company history, MOBILE has had the pleasure of providing reliable two-way radio communications to many vital services in the GTA. One such service is long-term customer Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc. Wheelchair Accessible Transit Inc. has […]

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July 25, 2013

False Impressions About Disabled Access

All building should be accessible by everyone hoping to gain entry; yet sadly this is not the case. Many managers and building owners seem to overlook the importance of disability access. The owners of the business or the building need […]

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July 23, 2013

5 Warning Signs Indicating That An Elderly Person Should No Longer Drive

When a person reaches a certain age, he (or she) must seriously consider giving up driving, especially if the activity becomes more challenging because of growing health problems. Still, this is not a cause for depression. Giving up driving doesn’t […]

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July 19, 2013

Three Features To Look For In An Accessible Van

When you are physically challenged with your mobility and independence, you know just how important it is to have a vehicle that can take you places. Those who are confined to a wheelchair or scooter shouldn’t be limited in the […]

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Three Questions Answered About Wheelchair Lifts For Vans

When you shop for a vehicle to transport you and your wheelchair, there are a number of different factors to consider. Just as the type of auto mobile is important, you must also think about the lift placed on the […]

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July 12, 2013

Wheelchair accessible transport, Toronto Opportunity.

The ongoing review of the taxi industry in Toronto provides a unique opportunity toincorporate accessibility into the supply of services. This document sets out in overview the opportunity and threats allied to this review. Significant to this is the need […]