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Two people climbing on an icy cliff using ice picks and other adaptive equipment.

Jan 23

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On Ice, Rock, or Indoors, Paradox Says Climbing Is for Everyone

Editor’s Note: This year, Wheel:Life is partnering with Paradox Sports, a nonprofit dedicated to adaptive climbing. Throughout 2020, we’re excited to bring you interviews with Paradox ambassadors, adaptive ice climbers, and more. This month, we ...

Jody Copp stands next to his son in his wheelchair. Next to them stands Joanna Gaines and the other Copp son in his wheelchair. Melissa Copp crouches next to her son. They all have a surprised look on their faces as their new home is revealed on Fixer Upper.

Betsy Bailey · Advocacy · Education · Youth Programs

Jan 10

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Fixer Upper Family Gives Back through Raising Wheels Foundation

Editor’s Note: When Melissa and Jody Copp noticed their firstborn wasn’t hitting his milestones as an infant, the concerned parents took him to a neurologist. Although the test results came back normal, the Copps knew something wasn’t right. ...

A young African girl sits on an adaptive bike. She is smiling and looking at the camera. A sticker on her t-shirt reads, "Hello, My name is Rejoice."

Betsy Bailey · Advocacy · Assistive Technology · Community Partners · Education · Entertainment · Exercise · Health · Medical Devices · Wheelchair Sports

Dec 10

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Creating Opportunities for Inclusive Cycling around the World

Editor’s Note: When Greg Milano started volunteering for an adaptive outdoor recreation group over 20 years ago, he quickly recognized the impact the activities had on people’s lives. That volunteer position evolved into a career path for Milano ...

Rolling With Me & Friends, Celebrating "Ability" in Disability, an animated female character with a princess crown sits in a power wheelchair

Betsy Bailey · Advocacy · Comfort Ambassadors · Education · Entertainment · Spinal Cord Injury

Nov 27

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Rolling With Me & Friends: Book Series Teaches Kids Disability Etiquette

About a year into my injury, I began speaking at churches and elementary schools. I would share my story and talk about what life was like for me as a wheelchair user. Even though it had only been a year since my injury, there was so much to cover ...