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Chill Mitchell Conquers Hollywood
This month Daryl “Chill” Mitchell appears in his third season of NCIS: New Orleans, which makes him the most steadily employed wheelchair-using actor in the country — and probably the world. What’s his secret? Also: The fall lineup includes a new ABC family comedy featuring Micah Fowler, a teen with CP whose real life looks a lot like his TV persona’s. The trailer for Speechless is promising.
TRENDING NOW
Paralympic Fever is Rising
Armless archers, “Murderball” quads, fencing paras: The amazing athletes are ready to compete on the world stage. And despite budget struggles and difficult conditions in Rio, the Paralympic Games are set to launch next week with opening ceremony fanfare and spectacular sportsmanship. Lucky for stateside enthusiasts, 680 hours of action will be live-streaming on the International Paralympic Committee’s website. Check out the one-minute preview.
PRO TIPS
Standing Wheelchairs Elevate All Aspects of Life
Most people who stand experience better health — stronger bones, pressure relief, reduced spasticity, easier digestion, increased lung capacity, and improved bowel and bladder control. Many say that, just as importantly, standing and elevating chairs can benefit your interaction with friends and family, and even boost your career. NM talks with users of five products to learn how they’re rising to new heights.
Making Peer-to-Peer Lodging Work for Wheelchair Users
Vacationing in someone else’s home is popular these days, but the affordable lodging movement has left many wheelchair users frustrated that accessibility isn’t considered or accurately described on sites like Airbnb and VRBO. Enter intrepid traveler Carole Zoom, a scooter and vent user who shares booking tips, as well as insight into a bright development in short-term rentals: Accomable.com.
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