Posts by Sydney Broussard
Solving The Problem
Dr. Mark Schmeler on the important role data can play in proving effectiveness of assistive technology and establishing best practices and policies The future of healthcare will be driven by data, experts say, and data has a big role to play in proving the value and efficacy of complex rehabilitation technology equipment and interventions. “Most…
Read MoreRosie Roaming
What NSM client Rosie Dunn is learning about herself while living abroad Last fall, Nashville native and National Seating & Mobility (NSM) client Rosie Dunn took a big step and moved to Ireland for a year to complete her master’s in disability studies at University College Dublin. A longtime travel enthusiast and a manual wheelchair…
Read MoreServant of the People
How Kaity Ellis’ bid for office is all part of her passion to serve others When Kaity Ellis was six years old, she knew that one day, she’d serve in public office. “I don’t remember if it was the Senate or the House of Representatives, but I remember that the TV was on CSPAN,” Ellis…
Read MoreLast Minute Holiday Gift Guide for People with Disabilities
Looking for the perfect last minute gift for someone who uses mobility equipment? Our holiday gift guide has you covered! The holiday season is here, and we want to help you keep it merry and bright. From adaptive clothing to the latest in gaming tech, here are a few of our favorite products, gadgets and…
Read MoreCreating Community and Change
How participants in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition are creating community and making the world a better place A year ago, Chandra Smith had never heard of Ms. Wheelchair America. “I didn’t know there was a competition that focused on disability advocacy,” says Smith, who was crowned Ms. Wheelchair America 2024 earlier this year. Smith,…
Read MoreCREATING COMMUNITY & CHANGE
How participants in the Ms. Wheelchair America competition are creating community and making the world a better place Women compete at the state level, then move on to the Ms. Wheelchair America national competition, where they’re judged on advocacy, achievement, communication and presentation. The goal is to select the most accomplished and articulate spokeswoman for…
Read MoreIs It Covered?
Explaining what the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ decision about power seat elevation means for you In May 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a decision regarding the coverage of power seat elevation systems for complex rehabilitation technology (CRT) users. We’re weighing in on the details of that decision, next…
Read MoreA Different Point of View
How a cancer diagnosis shaped NSM funding specialist, Shannon Stemm’s, perspective on life and work When Shannon Stemm, a National Seating & Mobility (NSM) funding specialist based in Parma, Ohio, found out she had cancer, it came as a shock. “I went to the ER, thinking there was something wrong with my appendix,” Stemm recalls.…
Read MoreDedicated to Service
How NSM technician, Aaron Miller, strives to serve his clients whatever their mobility needs Aaron Miller, RRTS, has always enjoyed working with his hands. Tinkering, fixing broken things—it’s just part of who he is. The technician supervisor for National Seating & Mobility’s (NSM) Ft. Wayne and Indianapolis branches, Miller didn’t initially set out to work…
Read MoreMaking a Place for Community
How a coffee shop in Cookeville, Tennessee, is striving to create community and inclusivity Michael England never really expected to open a coffee shop. His career, Michael thought, would probably stay focused in the automotive industry. His dad had worked in the industry Michael’s entire life—and Michael had assumed he would, too. But a few…
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