Archive for November, 2009
2009 National Veterans Wheelchair Games
Author: ElectricWheelchair
This summer the city of Spokane, WA hosted the 29th National Veterans Wheelchair Games. Athletes from around the country gathered for a weeklong competition in a variety of sports. It is amazing to see how these people overcome their disability and thrive in athletic contests.
There are a variety of events at the annual competition, including bowling, ping pong and archery. Many competitors also took part in more strenuous activities like basketball, soccer and weightlifting. In my opinion, the most impressive spectacle was the heated swimming races.
When my grandma reached her nineties, it became increasingly difficult for her to take care of herself. Our family was eventually forced to get her an in-home caregiver, something that my grandma was not too thrilled about. She didn’t want someone constantly hovering over her, and desired to maintain some of her independence.
In order to give her privacy in the bathroom, my family outfitted her shower and tub with handles and grips to help her keep her balance. We also added a portable commode, so she wouldn’t have to hurry in the case of an emergency. This specially designed shower commode chair is waterproof so it can easily be placed in the shower.