October 2011 Table of Contents
Phone Home
Technology lets Kyle Hoff run the whole house from the palm of his hand.
Help for the Helpers
Identifying family caregivers is important for good health.
Real Heroes
The 31st National Veterans Wheelchair Games showcase much more than competition.
Living History
If you think historical buildings are boring, think again! Visiting them is even better when they're accessible.
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Also in this issue:
Double the Honor
U.S. Marine Corps veteran is the "Spirit of the Games."
Inflammation in Chronic SCI
In inflammation, the body responds to trauma or infection by mobilizing the immune system to initiate the healing process. It can also intensify damage.
Endless Opportunities
Camile Araujo is passionate about Yoga Nidra as well as empowering other women in chairs.
Aging with SCI: Not for Sissies
Life is a marathon that requires endurance, not a 100-meter dash with no thought for tomorrow.
Build It Online
Build your own wheelchair-accessible van!
New Conversion Vans Available
Redesigned wheelchair-accessible vans may offer better gas mileage.
Off-Road Wheelchair?
Arizona innovator creates gas-powered wheelchair.
Visit Civil War Battlefields
Tours are designed especially for wheelchair users.
When in Rome…
Accessible tours include much historical information.
Paddlin' Project
Support vessel for canoe adventures on Mississippi River is named after longtime PN editor Cliff Crase.
Bedroom Addition Provides In-Home Healing
Including universal design in a bedroom addition can make it easier on caregivers as well as care receivers.
Bradley S. Duerstock
Wheelchair-using neuroscientist creates technologies that allow him to work in his laboratory at Purdue University.
James S. Krause
Courage Center presents Medtronic National Courage award for outstanding contributions to people with disabilities.
Patrick McDonald
Athlete sports pink wheelchair to support breast-cancer research.
The "Masculine Hormone" and SCI (Part II)
Testosterone Replacement Therapy (TST) may enhance functional recover after injury.
Investment Taxes: Countdown to 2013
Why you should look at the time between now and 2013 as an opportunity.
Workplace Rights
Who has them? Who enforces them?
Good Business
Employment centers help vets find jobs.
Employment Q&A
Where can you get help and information?
"Ad Us In" forum
Strategies to increase employment of people with disabilities in small business.
Committee Focuses on Employment
Senate committee examines successful practices promoting employment for people with disabilities.
It's NDEAM!
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month.
Get Moving
VA website touts adaptive sports for rehab and recovery.
A Vet's Best Friend
New "Path" for Veterans
Therapeutic-horse group has new name.
Drive Time
Vehicle-donation program for vets
Ready for Richmond
Planning is well underway for the 32nd National Veterans Wheelchair Games.
Historic Fishing
PVA National "Capital Clash" Tournament takes place on the historic Potomac River.
Championship Sailing
Trapseat saiing event offers America's Cup-style racing.
Eight Times the Charm
Charlie Hans earns another billiards title.
Fore!
Play golf right in your own home.
Care Alternative
FEe-basis program for VA-healthcare recipients.
A Cool Adventure
The U.S. military resort in Seward, Alaska, has a lot to offer!
the GI Bill and Upcoming Changes
This year's changes may impact how you use your education benefits.
Life-Saving Card
Keep medical records handy in an emergency.
Rollin' in Style
New line of adaptive clothing is available.
Driving Freedom
Portable hand controls now available.
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