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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.

Experience the insightful discussion on Wheelchair Nerds as we delve into the world of dependent mobility with Michelle Lange, OTR/L, ATP/SMS. Discover essential tips for conducting seating evaluations for individuals who are non-verbal, explore the practical applications of tilt-in-space manual wheelchairs, gain valuable advice on navigating funding sources, and uncover the dynamic components of seating and positioning crucial for dependent mobility.

Come along for a deep dive into the past, present, and future of Abilities Expo with Lew Shomer, the chairman of Abilities Expo. Additionally, we delve into the exciting lineup of workshop topics to anticipate throughout the year. Discover what awaits you in the upcoming season, kicking off this March 15th-17th with the Los Angeles Abilities Expo.

Get ready for an exciting new season of Wheelchair Nerds! Join us as we dive into a fascinating conversation with songwriter and producer Corey "Pheez" Lee, exploring the world of music, the creative writing process, the art of recording, and the incredible role that adaptive technologies play in making it all happen.Pheez's SpotifyWheelchair Nerds Theme