Our Map to Mobility Program

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Are you curious about the mobility industry and want to gain valuable insights from experts? Look no further than the United Access Map to Mobility program. With over 25 years of experience bringing independence to our customer families, we have access to and have assembled a panel of professionals from various fields within the mobility community to provide you with clear, easy-to-understand answers to all your mobility-related questions. 

Whether you have common inquiries or more specific and uncommon ones, our experts are here to help. From product recommendations to financing options and community partnerships, no topic is off-limits. With our live program taking place quarterly, you'll have the opportunity to get your questions answered by experienced mobility professionals. 

By attending our Map to Mobility sessions, you not only gain visibility into the mobility industry and its products, but also get to know the people shaping the industry. Our experts will directly address your questions, ensuring you leave the session with a better understanding of the topics discussed.

Reasons to Attend Map to Mobility: 

  • Exclusive access to a wealth of knowledge and expertise.
  • Gain visibility and knowledge into the mobility industry; it’s products, people, etc.   
  • You have the benefit of establishing a relationship with the Experts and, after the session, may reach out for more questions/guidance regarding the topic.
  • You’ll have the opportunity to hear other questions/answers 

How Map to Mobility Works: 

Attending our Map to Mobility sessions is simple. All you need to do is click the "Register Now" button to secure your spot. If you have any burning questions or suggestions for future sessions, you can submit them during the registration process and our experts will try to address them.

On the day of the webinar, simply log in via your smartphone or computer to join the session. Sit back, listen, learn, and engage with the experts and fellow attendees. This interactive and informative experience will provide you with valuable insights and broaden your knowledge of the mobility industry. 

Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain visibility and knowledge and establish relationships with industry experts. Register for our Map to Mobility program now and take a step towards expanding your understanding of mobility challenges and opportunities.


Next Map to Mobility Webinar

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Driving With A Disability - What You Need to Know

June 17, 2025
1 p.m. PDT/4 p.m. EST

Do you have questions about driving with a disability or mobility challenge?    Are you recently injured or has a disability progressed to where you don’t have use of your legs and want to get back behind the wheel?  Have you been driving for decades and have questions about how to ensure your equipment still is the best for you and your needs?   Do you know if your child who has a disability is a candidate to drive when they turn 16?     

We will be discussing the process individuals go through as well as give an overview of what type of equipment is available.  Our panelists have decades of experience working to help people drive as well as experts on the equipment that can be installed on vehicles to help you drive.    

Agenda:

  • Where and how to start the process to drive with driving aids / hand controls?
  • What is a Certified Driving Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) and why are they important? 
  • What is involved in the driving assessment process?   
    • Cognitive assessment
    • Physical assessment 
    • Driving assessment 
    • Training 
    • Equipment install & checkout drive 
  • Overview of the variety of driving aids / hand controls 
  • Adam & Ryan share their personal stories of driving after sustaining a spinal cord injury and the equipment they use.

 

 

 

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Your Mobility Expert Panel

Jenny Nordine

Jenny Nordine

Chair of  the Leadership Development Committee
Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists

Jenny Nordine, with 15 years of experience in acute care and rehabilitation-based Occupational Therapy, had a strong desire to develop a driving program that promotes the highest level of independence. In 2000, she turned this passion into Driving to Independence, a program dedicated to ensuring that drivers across Arizona are both safe and self-sufficient. Recognizing the vital role driving plays in daily life, Jenny and her team work tirelessly to equip each driver with the necessary skills for safe and independent travel. She has been an influential leader within the Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists, holding various committee memberships and chairmanship positions. From 2014 to 2019, she served on the Board of Directors, including terms as president in 2015 and 2018. Currently, she chairs the Leadership Development Committee, continuing her commitment to advancing driver rehabilitation.  

Jenny Nordine

Chair of  the Leadership Development Committee
Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists

Jenny Nordine, with 15 years of experience in acute care and rehabilitation-based Occupational Therapy, had a strong desire to develop a driving program that promotes the highest level of independence. In 2000, she turned this passion into Driving to Independence, a program dedicated to ensuring that drivers across Arizona are both safe and self-sufficient. Recognizing the vital role driving plays in daily life, Jenny and her team work tirelessly to equip each driver with the necessary skills for safe and independent travel. She has been an influential leader within the Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists, holding various committee memberships and chairmanship positions. From 2014 to 2019, she served on the Board of Directors, including terms as president in 2015 and 2018. Currently, she chairs the Leadership Development Committee, continuing her commitment to advancing driver rehabilitation.  

Jessica Wright

Adam Lane

Mobility Specialist
United Access Oklahoma City, OK

 

Adam Lane is a Mobility Specialist with United Access in Oklahoma City, dedicated to helping customers find tailored mobility solutions. After a motorcycle accident in 2007 left him paralyzed, he shifted his focus to disability advocacy, co-founding the Kansas City chapter of United Spinal Association and engaging in advocacy at local, state, and federal levels. He has served on disability committees in both Kansas City and Oklahoma City.Since joining United Access in 2018, Adam has assisted customers in navigating financial assistance and accessibility options. Outside of work, he is an active yoga instructor, weightlifter, and enjoys spending time with his service dog, Graham. His passions include handcycling, exploring new restaurants, and watching movies.

Adam Lane

Mobility Specialist
United Access Oklahoma City, OK

 

Adam Lane is a Mobility Specialist with United Access in Oklahoma City, dedicated to helping customers find tailored mobility solutions. After a motorcycle accident in 2007 left him paralyzed, he shifted his focus to disability advocacy, co-founding the Kansas City chapter of United Spinal Association and engaging in advocacy at local, state, and federal levels. He has served on disability committees in both Kansas City and Oklahoma City.Since joining United Access in 2018, Adam has assisted customers in navigating financial assistance and accessibility options. Outside of work, he is an active yoga instructor, weightlifter, and enjoys spending time with his service dog, Graham. His passions include handcycling, exploring new restaurants, and watching movies.

Ryan Harrison

Ryan Harrison

Field Marketing Manager
United Access

 

Ryan Harrison is a wheelchair user who used Vocational Rehab to make both Adaptive Driving Modifications to his vehicle and Home Modifications. Having worked in the motorcycle industry for over 20 years both before and after his spinal cord injury he now works for United Access. Utilizing his understanding of dealership marketing and our customer journey,his position allows him see both sides of the business.  Ryan also coaches and competes in 10 meter air rifle with the Disabled Athlete Sports Association, serves on the Community Engagement Board for an NHI Funded Research Grant with Washington University (WashU), is on the Public Relations Committee for NMEDA, and was also awarded the honorable title of Kentucky Colonel by the Governor of Kentucky.  

Ryan Harrison

Field Marketing Manager
United Access

 

Ryan Harrison is a wheelchair user who used Vocational Rehab to make both Adaptive Driving Modifications to his vehicle and Home Modifications. Having worked in the motorcycle industry for over 20 years both before and after his spinal cord injury he now works for United Access. Utilizing his understanding of dealership marketing and our customer journey,his position allows him see both sides of the business.  Ryan also coaches and competes in 10 meter air rifle with the Disabled Athlete Sports Association, serves on the Community Engagement Board for an NHI Funded Research Grant with Washington University (WashU), is on the Public Relations Committee for NMEDA, and was also awarded the honorable title of Kentucky Colonel by the Governor of Kentucky.  

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Recent Map to Mobility Webinars

Grants & Financing: Help with Funding Your Mobility Solutions 

Recorded: March 28, 2024

Do you need funding to support your mobility solutions? Look no further than grants and financing options. At United Access, we understand the importance of making mobility accessible to all, and we want to help you understand the financial assistance options that are available to you. 

Industry Experts:

  • Gary Coen, Finance Director, United Access
  • Sonny Mullen, Director of Outreach, Help Hope Live
  • Gerhart Schmidt, Executive Director, Bridge to Mobility

Guide to Purchasing a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle

Recorded: June 27, 2024

Do you need guidance on purchasing a wheelchair accessible vehicle? In our next Map to Mobility webinar, we provided invaluable insights into the wheelchair accessible vehicle conversion process, reviewed the needs analysis protocol, and guided you through the remaining steps ahead on the path to the freedom and independence you deserve. At United Access, we are committed to changing and improving the lives of people with mobility disabilities along with their families and caregivers. Let us guide you through the purchasing process. 

Industry Experts:  

  • Ryan Green, United Access
  • Adam Lane, United Access
  • Stephen Kinstler, United Access
  • Ashton Kenerly, United Access 

Adapting Your Personal Vehicle: Options and Solutions for a Variety of Mobility Challenges

Recorded: September 19, 2024

Are you finding it challenging to navigate your personal vehicle due to mobility issues? Don't worry, we have got you covered! At United Access, we understand the difficulties individuals with mobility challenges face in their day-to-day lives. That's why we offer a wide range of options and solutions to help you adapt your personal vehicle, providing the freedom and independence you need to get where you want to go. 

Industry Experts

  • Heather Curts, Mobility Specialist, United Access
  • John Mezydlo, Mobility Specialist, United Access

The Importance of Servicing Your Mobility Equipment

Recorded: December 18, 2024

Is your mobility equipment in need of maintenance or have you encountered an unexpected service issue? Our Map to Mobility Webinar series is here to provide you with the knowledge and guidance you need to keep your mobility equipment running smoothly. Join our panel of industry experts as they share their expertise on all aspects of servicing mobility equipment. Whether you use a scooter/wheelchair lift, driving aids, assist seat or wheelchair accessible vehicle, our experts will cover a range of topics, including regular maintenance, dealing with unplanned service issues, and service contracts

Industry Experts

  • Terry Barton, Vice President of Operations, United Access
  • Mike Smith, Director of Service and Parts, United Access

Vocational Rehabilitation - What It Is and How It Works

Recorded: March 19, 2025

Our panel of experts discuss Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), which is a Federal-State program that provides a variety of services to persons with disabilities, with the ultimate goal to prepare for, enter into, or retain employment. VR can help customers purchase or modify a vehicle to make it more accessible. This service is only available after other transportation options have been explored and it's determined to be the most appropriate and cost-efficient option. The vehicle modification process includes evaluation, training, vehicle selection, installation, and delivery.  VR’s vary by state, this presentation is a general view of the process.

Industry Experts:  

  • Mary Ross, VR Missouri
  • Jessica Wright, VR St. Louis West
  • Ryan Harrison, United Access
  • Brent Key, United Access 

Future Map to Mobility Webinars

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Driving with a Disability – What You Need to Know

June 2025

 

People with disabilities are faced with many challenges, but fortunately, driving doesn't have to be one of them. With a few modifications and some driving training, many people with disabilities can safely and easily get behind the wheel and drive adapted vehicles and non-adapted vehicles.

This Webinar will help answer questions you may have about safe driving: 

  • Where to start Adults with disabilities who have driven – assessment process 
  • Children with disabilities who have never driven – aids/handassessment process 
  • Overview of the variety of driving aids/hand controls  
  • Training with your new driving aids 
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Driving with a Disability – What You Need to Know

June 2025

 

People with disabilities are faced with many challenges, but fortunately, driving doesn't have to be one of them. With a few modifications and some driving training, many people with disabilities can safely and easily get behind the wheel and drive adapted vehicles and non-adapted vehicles.

This Webinar will help answer questions you may have about safe driving: 

  • Where to start Adults with disabilities who have driven – assessment process 
  • Children with disabilities who have never driven – aids/handassessment process 
  • Overview of the variety of driving aids/hand controls  
  • Training with your new driving aids 
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Additional Resources

United Access Mobility Solutions Guide

Our Mobility Products and Solutions

At United Access, we provide a comprehensive guide to our mobility products and solutions. We offer various products and adaptations that make life more accessible for individuals with mobility challenges. Our mobility solutions guide will give you detailed information about our wheelchair lifts, ramps, accessible vehicles, wheelchair securement systems, and other mobility solutions. We also highlight the benefits and features of each product, along with testimonials from our customers. Our goal is to assist you and your family in finding the right mobility solution that suits your needs and improves your quality of life.

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Our Mobility Products and Solutions

At United Access, we provide a comprehensive guide to our mobility products and solutions. We offer various products and adaptations that make life more accessible for individuals with mobility challenges. Our mobility solutions guide will give you detailed information about our wheelchair lifts, ramps, accessible vehicles, wheelchair securement systems, and other mobility solutions. We also highlight the benefits and features of each product, along with testimonials from our customers. Our goal is to assist you and your family in finding the right mobility solution that suits your needs and improves your quality of life.

Request Mobility Product Solutions Guide
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Peruse our full library of helpful articles on a wide range of topics, including accessible travel, financing, mobility products and soltuions, and maintenance tips. 

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Peruse our full library of helpful articles on a wide range of topics, including accessible travel, financing, mobility products and soltuions, and maintenance tips. 

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