9/11 Memorial A visit to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum is more than a day out in New York City. It is a deeply meaningful experience—a time to remember the lives lost, honor the courage of first responders, and reflect on a day that changed our country forever. Everyone deserves the opportunity to visit this important place. However, for wheelchair users, seniors, and families traveling with someone who needs mobility assistance, getting to Lower Manhattan can require careful planning. Crowded...

Ride a wav vehicle When you need transportation, opening a rideshare app or calling a taxi may seem like the easiest option. But for someone who uses a wheelchair, a standard ride is not always a safe, comfortable, or dependable solution. Will the vehicle have a ramp? Can the passenger remain in their wheelchair? Does the driver know how to secure the wheelchair correctly? Will there be room for a caregiver, mobility equipment, or luggage? Will the driver provide assistance beyond the curb?...

When people hear “wheelchair-accessible transportation,” they often think about doctor’s appointments, physical therapy, dialysis, or hospital visits. Those rides are important—but life should include more than medical appointments. Fall is one of the best times to explore New York. The weather is cooler, the leaves are changing, sports seasons are beginning, Broadway theaters are buzzing, and families are gathering for celebrations. Whether you use a wheelchair or travel with someone who...