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Next Day Access debuts in Dallas 

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Next Day Access debuts in Dallas 

May 2, 2023HME News Staff

CELINA, Texas – Next Day Access has opened a new franchise location in Dallas-Celina co-owned by husband-and-wife Brien and Lesli Caldwell. Brien has a marketing degree and has 30 years of marketing experience across various industries, including airline, hospital and casino. Lesli has a psychology degree and recently retired from a 25-year career with Geico. “With this opportunity, we are most excited about having the chance to positively impact a person’s and even their family’s...

Accessibility, Mobility Solutions, Next Day Access


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Ability Center rebrands as United Access

April 5, 2023HME News Staff

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – Ability Center will rebrand its 18 locations to United Access. The name change brings the total number of United Access locations to 50, significantly expanding the brand’s presence along the West Coast and securing its position as the second largest retailer of wheelchair accessible vehicles, mobility products and services in the United States. “We are changing our name, but not our commitment to our customers,” said Chad Blake, senior vice president of sales...

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Harmar CEO talks market’s undercurrents

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Harmar CEO talks market’s undercurrents

December 10, 2021Liz Beaulieu, Editor

SARASOTA, Fla. – Harmar CEO Steve Dawson says “it feels really early” for the mobility and access market, with lots of runway for growth.  That’s a big reason why the company recently invested in a new facility that’s 60% bigger.  “We’re bullish on the market,” he said.  Dawson spoke to HME News about the market’s undercurrents and more.  HME News: Why was the expansion needed?  Steve Dawson: We’ve...

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NSM enters Alberta market

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NSM enters Alberta market

October 5, 2021HME News Staff

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – National Seating & Mobility has acquired an independently owned and operated HME provider in Red Deer, Alberta, representing its first location in the province. The provider specializes in complex rehab, mobility solutions and accessibility services. “This acquisition deepens our commitment to our Canadian customers and broadens our reach, allowing us to support even more individuals in their journey to achieve greater independence,” said Bill Mixon, NSM CEO....

Accessibility, Complex Rehab, M&A, Mobility Solutions, National Seating & Mobility


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Kleo King returns to United Spinal

March 23, 2021HME News Staff

NEW YORK – United Spinal Association has named Kleo J. King senior director of accessibility operations and counsel. King previously served as deputy commissioner and general counsel for the New York City Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities from 2014-21. “During her impressive career, Kleo’s steadfast work has helped to achieve unprecedented legal victories providing accessibility in transportation and the built environment for people with disabilities,” said...

Accessibility, Complex Rehab, Kleo King, United Spinal Association


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NSM builds home base in Atlanta

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NSM builds home base in Atlanta

March 15, 2021HME News Staff

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – National Seating & Mobility has acquired Blue Moose Elevators & Stairlifts in Atlanta, broadening its mobility and accessibility options to clients in the metropolitan and surrounding areas. Blue Moose Elevators & Stairlifts, led by Dr. Jeremy Hammonds, was founded in 2005. “Blue Moose Elevators has an outstanding reputation and people-centered culture that aligns well with our own,” said Bill Mixon, NSM CEO. “We are pleased to welcome this team...

Accessibility, home access, M&A, National Seating & Mobility, NSM


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MobilityWorks expands assessment options 

December 17, 2020HME News Staff

RICHFIELD, Ohio – MobilityWorks is offering private needs analysis at its locations, in addition to its virtual and home-based assessments. During an in-store analysis, the client will be the only one in the showroom and will have the benefit of seeing its large selection of accessible vehicles. MobilityWorks is also, for a limited time, deferring payments for up to 90 days on new or qualifying pre-owned vehicles when financed through the company. 

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Importance of IT and accessibility

September 1, 2020Tracy Orzel

WASHINGTON - Bill Peterson, RESNA's 2020 Colin McLaurin Lecturer, has spent most of his career working with government agencies to standardize testing for IT for accessibility. He worked for the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (NIDRR) and the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Accessible Systems and Technology (DHS OAST), and became a RESNA Fellow in 2006. HME News spoke to Peterson about what drives him and his legacy. HME News: How has your personal experience...

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NSM grows accessibility division

February 8, 2019HME News Staff

NASHVILLE - National Seating & Mobility has expanded its home and vehicle accessibility division with the acquisition of Mobility ASAP in Upper Marlboro, Md. Mobility ASAP expands NSM's presence in the Baltimore-Washington, D.C., metropolitan area and positions the company to serve clients across Maryland, Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia. Ed Wimbish, who owned Mobility ASAP, will serve as business manager at the Upper Marlboro location. “Mobility ASAP has provided home accessibility...

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Sports 'N Spokes announces photo contest

September 5, 2018HME News Staff

PHOENIX - Sports 'N Spokes, the sports and recreation magazine of the Paralyzed Veterans of America, and Cure Medical, a manufacturer of intermittent catheters, have joined forces on the Wheels UP! accessible travel photo contest. The event kicked off Sept. 1, with a photo contest and prize giveaways. The goal of the campaign, now in its eighth year, is to encourage people with disabilities to explore their world through accessible travel and adaptive sports. “For SPORTS `N SPOKES, the Wheels...

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