Life … Halted.

In the spring, COVID-19 exploded across the world, insinuating itself into every aspect of our lives. Eight months later, the pandemic refuses to go away, while a host of other issues have flared up to further complicate the craziest and most trying year anyone can remember. Seth McBride talks with wheelchair users across the country to find out how they are coping and where they see opportunities in the chaos. Jessica Farthing catches up with elite athletes who’d hoped to participate in summer’s cancelled Olympic and Paralympic Games.

The Quad Gods

Competitive online video gaming is one of the fastest growing entertainment industries in the world. A group of quad friends in New York is capitalizing on the boom and has its eyes on a possible Olympic future. Alex Ghenis reports.

Fixing Your Equipment

Tired of waiting for your wheelchair to get serviced? Want to repair it yourself but not sure how? We turned to three longtime wheelchair users — Seth McBride, Bob Vogel and Jenny Smith — to get tips and tricks to help you take charge of your chair.

Sitting Pretty

Author and Instagram influencer Rebekah Taussig’s new memoir, Sitting Pretty, is a poignant, beautifully-written reflection on growing up disabled and the insights, insecurities and issues raised by her experiences. In this excerpt, Taussig delves into her romantic history.

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