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Tune in to the latest episode of Wheelchair Nerds as we explore the advancements in air travel advocacy with special guests Alex Bennewith and Kent Keyser from the United Spinal Association. Delve into the rich history and mission of the United Spinal Association, along with resources like local chapters and support groups. Our discussion goes into two crucial developments in advocacy and travel: the Department of Transportation's proposed rules to enhance the rights of individuals with disabilities under the Air Carrier Access Act (ACAA), and H.R. 3935, the “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024,” which extends the Federal Aviation Administration's authority and revenue sources until September 30, 2028. 

In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we have the pleasure of welcoming speech language pathologist and assistive technology professional, Debbie Perry, MSR, CCC-SLP, ATP to delve into the vital role that speech therapists play in the pediatric evaluation process for mobility products. Our discussion covers topics such as the vital role communication plays in the evaluation process, timely mobility solutions, fostering collaboration within the interdisciplinary team, and much more.

Join us for this special Mother's Day episode of Wheelchair Nerds as we sit down with Juliet Justice, a self-proclaimed wheelchair girl and devoted mom to two energetic boys. Juliet shares her insights on the universal challenges and joys of parenting, offering practical recommendations for baby equipment and sharing her own experiences of navigating motherhood from a wheelchair. Tune in to hear Juliet's story and gain valuable advice for all parents.

Delving into the world of disability representation in the arts, we have the pleasure of speaking with the incredibly talented Joci Scott on this exciting episode of Wheelchair Nerds. Joci, renowned for her captivating performances in short films and her dynamic presence in the Rollettes dance team, offers her unique perspective as an actor, singer, and dancer in the industry.

In this episode of Wheelchair Nerds, we discuss the world of alternative drive controls for power wheelchairs with complex rehab industry veteran Lindsey Rea. From simply changing the standard joystick programming to switching to an alternative input device, Lindsey and Angie talk about approaching each wheelchair evaluation with curiosity and a willingness to try different solutions.

This week on Wheelchair Nerds, guest host Nicole LaBerge, PT, ATP teams up with Jenn Gray, OT, ATP and Caroline Pennell to dive deep into the realm of custom wheelchair seating. Jenn explains what custom seating is and emphasizes that custom solutions can be simple yet incredibly effective, while Caroline shares her journey of finding the perfect personalized seating option that truly meets her needs, after exploring both off-the-shelf and fully customized, molded alternatives.