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Your social life does not have to stop if you have mobility concerns. The new app Sociability makes sure anyone with accessibility concerns has a list of detailed and accurate places to enjoy. The goal of the platform is to mitigate potential issues by listing the accessibility of venues on the app.

How the Sociability App Works

An inaccessible venue limits opportunities and social engagement. When you know a venue is accessible, it instills confidence. The Sociability app makes getting detailed, accurate, and reliable venue information easy.

Users log in to the app, and a map pops up. They have the option of clicking orange arrows to show nearby places rated on the app by other users or use the search bar to type in their desired destination. Once they find the destination on the app, they can read what other users experienced when they visited the venue

Who Benefits from Sociability

Sociability is one of the only crowdsourced accessibility platforms. People with mobility and accessibility concerns built the app for themselves and others like them. The app gives accessibility information for popular and fun local shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, and more. 

What Makes Sociability Special

One of the best things Sociability is you do not receive generic information about venues but instead get a detailed breakdown. For example, a popular local bar on the app serving customers for years has accessibility information from a former patron. This patron was delighted by the food and service, but they would not recommend the venue to wheelchair users during busy hours. The tightly packed and crowded aisles made maneuverability difficult in a wheelchair. Reviews like this can help you decide whether to visit a venue or not.

Why Sociability is Important

Sociability also aims to help businesses understand the barriers in their business that may prevent people with disabilities from visiting. The hope is communities evolve to include everyone and to be accessible to everyone. Apps like this help create a level of inclusivity for patrons.

At Next Day Access, we are thankful our customers can access this app and its unique resources. We are also available to meet your accessibility needs by offering an assortment of mobility equipment. Whether you are looking for a new wheelchair, would like to rent a lift chair, or need grab bars in the bathroom, we can help with all those needs and more. Contact us today for a free in-home assessment. 

Next Day Access is pleased to announce the grand opening of its second Canada location in Langford, British Columbia. The Next Day Access Victoria, British Columbia franchise, which will provide accessibility and mobility solutions to Vancouver Island and the Sunshine Coast, is owned by Al Santos.

Next Day Access provides a variety of solutions to help people of all ages who have temporary or permanent injuries, veterans who have become disabled, and seniors aging in place. Some of the services include product installation, in-home safety consultations, home and bathroom modifications, rental, and rent-to-own programs for non-custom products. 

Santos brings many years of experience as an Advanced Care Paramedic in educational and managerial roles, spending most of his career in Canada and the Middle East. After over 30 years in paramedicine, he felt that he wanted to do more by providing accessibility and mobility solutions to customers with unique needs.

“Next Day Access is a natural fit for me. In my career, I saw many patients struggle to stay in their homes safely due to a lack of accessibility and mobility. I witnessed firsthand many injuries over the years that were in part caused by homes not being safely modified for changing health needs. I want to increase the quality of life for others by now hopefully being preemptive and preventing injuries,” says Santos. When asked why he chose the Next Day Access brand, he felt that the business and product offerings are a perfect fit to continue helping those in need enjoy the comfort of their home while being safe.

Anyone with mobility-related disabilities who may need a temporary or permanent solution or wishes to age in the comfort of their own home can now turn to a locally owned and operated business in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. The new Next Day Access location is backed by a national brand they can trust to meet all their needs in an expert and professional manner. In addition to the British Columbia franchise, Next Day Access has additional locations in Canada and the United States.

Next Day Access is proud to announce the grand opening of a new franchise location in Toledo, Ohio. Jeff Rowe is the President/Owner of Next Day Access Northwest, Ohio. Next Day Access provides accessibility and mobility solutions to customers in local communities. The new location will focus on helping customers live independently and age-in-place by offering and installing wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, grab bars, bathroom safety, scooters, and more. 

Prior to becoming owner of Next Day Access Northwest, Rowe brings years of experience in sales in a variety of industries, from medical devices and pharmaceuticals to hospitality and material handling equipment. 

“I wanted to work more with end-users that sold products that would be life-changing for people,” says Rowe. When asked why he chose the Next Day Access brand, he said, “Next Day Access checked all the boxes I was looking for since it is a growing industry selling life-changing products. Once meeting the Home Office team, I knew they were good people, and our visions aligned perfectly.”

Anyone with mobility-related disabilities who may need a temporary or permanent solution or wishes to age in the comfort of their own home can now turn to a locally owned and operated business in Toledo, Ohio. The new Next Day Access location is backed by a national brand they can trust to meet all their needs in an expert and professional manner. In addition to the Northwest, Ohio area, Next Day Access has locations in the United States and Canada.

On July 26th, 2021, at an event to celebrate the 31st anniversary of the signing of the “Americans with Disabilities Act,” Maryland Governor Larry Hogan declared that the State of Maryland would yearly celebrate July as Disability Culture and Achievements Month. 

“Today, the State of Maryland is taking another step forward to ensure that all of our citizens are confident in their ability to contribute to their communities and assured that all value those contributions,” said Governor Hogan. “Every July, we will promote and enhance events and activities all across the state focused on disability pride, culture, and contributions to society.” 

During the event, the governor also honored Becca Meyers; Meyers, 26, was born deaf due to Usher syndrome and has gradually lost her vision. Despite her disability, she amazed fans when she went on to win six medals as a Paralympic swimmer: three gold medals and a silver in the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro and a silver and bronze at the 2012 London Games.  

Ms. Meyer’s dealt with an unimaginable frustration this year when she had to withdraw from the Paralympics games because officials would not allow her to bring her Personal Care Assistant, due to Covid mandates.

When interviewed, Becca said, “It makes me upset. I am a person with a disability. And I do not feel safe going to Tokyo without my PCA. I should not have to fear my safety in Tokyo because I have been denied my PCA. How can an organization that prides itself on celebrating athletes with disabilities do this to an athlete with a disability?”

Meyer’s father, who is equally as upset as his daughter, said, “he reckons the blame falls solely on the laps of the USOPC. We contacted the Maryland secretary of state, Becca deserved to be able to compete.”

“While we are all so disappointed for her, we are unbelievably proud of Becca for having the courage to speak up and speak out against this injustice,” said Governor Hogan. “Becca, you are an inspiration to so many people—including me.”

At Next Day Access, we are inspired by Ms. Beyer’s bravery. We think it is important to share these stories of resilience in the face of adversity. Every time you are faced with fear, exhaustion, sadness, or anger, we hope you will remember that you have people on your side that care.

We are proud to offer accessibility and mobility equipment for your home. We specialize in product installation, free in-home consultations, and custom products. Contact us for all your accessibly and mobility needs.  

Next Day Access is pleased to announce the opening of a new location in the Baltimore, Maryland area. The Next Day Access Baltimore location, which provides accessibility and mobility products, is family owned by the brother and sister team, Bill and Jenn Schuh.

Next Day Access provides a variety of solutions to help people of all ages who have temporary or permanent injuries, veterans who have become disabled, and seniors that are aging in place.

Some of those services include product installation services, in-home safety consultations, home and bathroom modifications, rental and rent-to-own programs for non-custom products, as well as financing options.  

Jenn Schuh is a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA)® and has over two decades of experience providing solutions to aging in place challenges with seniors. As a former owner/operator of a local home care company, Jenn has a large network of resources.

Bill Schuh acted as a General Manager for a home care company that provided care for most of the state of Maryland.  Bill is CAPS certified and has worked as an advocate for over a decade, guiding families through the process of identifying solutions for people to “Age in Place,” safely and independently. 

Their past experiences have allowed them to build a network of resources to bring a well-rounded approach to identifying and implementing safe options for people to remain at home safely. They believe, “If your mobility or accessibility is presenting a challenge to your independence, then Next Day Access Baltimore has a solution.”

If you or anyone you know needs assistance with solutions to mobility or accessibility issues, please call Jenn and Bill Schuh with Next Day Access in Baltimore at (410) 575-1405. Anyone with mobility-related disabilities who may need a temporary or permanent solution or wishes to age in the comfort of their own home can now turn to a locally owned business in the Baltimore, Maryland, area.

This new Next Day Access location is backed by a national brand they can trust to meet all their needs in an expert and professional manner. In addition to the Baltimore, Maryland franchise, Next Day Access has locations across the country.  

About Next Day Access: Next Day Access provides individuals with mobility and accessibility products and services, including residential and commercial wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, vehicle lifts, grab bars, and walk-in tubs. Next Day Access also takes pride in being responsible members of the communities they serve. 

John King defines his title as Owner/President of the Next Day Access franchise in Nashville, Tennessee, or as he jokingly referred to himself, “Your Majesty.”  It’s obvious from the get-go, this is going to be a fun interview.  As if running a company isn’t hard enough, John has dueling careers. He also serves as a Lieutenant Colonel in the National Guard, of which he has been in service since 1994. He’s an Artillery Battalion Commander when duty calls; otherwise, you’ll find him at the head of the table at Next Day Access.

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In his previous career role, King worked in banking with a focus on investing. He felt his job in the banking world just wasn’t satisfying.  As he was considering a career change, his grandparents became ill and disabled. King helped them navigate finding the right disability equipment and realized how overwhelming the process is.

John knew he wanted to own his own business but wanted something that would be fulfilling. Aiding his grandparents changed his career trajectory completely. King felt his true calling was with Next Day Access. You can tell from speaking with him, even briefly, that he is a cheerful guy with a kind heart.  Maybe it’s the military in him, but it’s clear that he is service-oriented and loves to help others.  

Next Day Access is the ideal career for service-minded and compassionate people like King. He recounted a story of a client that was so happy, once he received his mobility equipment, he could finally retrieve his mail, after a long two years, a feat most take for granted. Helping people achieve their independence means the world to King.

When asked why his company is so successful, King’s response was, “you have to be a problem solver, a multi-tasker, and you have to love people.” He believes his years in the military helped him to excel in those areas. Yet, the thing he primarily appreciates from his years in the service is that being in the guard has made him, “a people-person.”  In the National Guard, your fellow soldiers are from all walks of life, and you develop the aptitude to get along with and find ways to help everyone.” 

He also credits his amazing team at Next Day Access. Before hiring a new team member, King says he looks for problem solvers with a compassionate heart. They also must be capable of constantly learning and retaining knowledge, as accessibility products are always evolving.

For anyone wanting to join Next Day Access as a franchise owner or a team member, King says there are three ways to succeed in this career. It’s to be ready for every day to be different, love and enjoy people, and treat customers like family. If you’re a local to the Nashville area and have accessibility needs, call the team at Next Day Access Nashville, Tennessee at (615) 436-5485 for a free quote. Otherwise, contact us to find the nearest location to you.

Richmond, Virginia, May 3, 2021: Next Day Access is pleased to announce the opening of a new location in the Richmond area. The Next Day Access Richmond location, which provides accessibility and mobility products, is owned by President Jesse Henby. 

Next Day Access provides a variety of solutions to help people of all ages who have temporary or permanent injuries, veterans who have become disabled, and seniors that are aging in place. Some of those services include product installation services, in-home safety consultations, home and bathroom modifications, rental and rent-to-own programs for non-custom products, as well as possible financing options. 

As a veteran himself who has served in the Army for over 15 years in the caregiving consultation field, Henby is honored to have a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business. His responsibilities while in service led him to ensure common areas in military bases are accessible for soldiers that may have suffered from injuries. His duties led him to not only supporting U.S. soldiers but civilians in Iraq, Kuwait, and Afghanistan as well. With his experience, he is excited to transition his services to anyone in need of in-home accessibility and mobility solutions.

“During my time in the service, I’ve seen lots of horrific incidents, many who have lost their ability to walk,” said Henby. “And if I can provide the opportunity to offer a solution that will give someone’s independence back, then that’s what I want to do. It’s truly a gratifying experience to provide a service to those who need it.”

Anyone with mobility-related disabilities who may need a temporary or permanent solution or wishes to age in the comfort of their own home can now turn to a locally owned business in the Richmond, VA area. The new Next Day Access location is backed by a national brand they can trust to meet all of their needs in an expert and professional manner. In addition to the Richmond, Virginia, franchise, Next Day Access has locations across the country. 

Google is known for being ahead of the game when it comes to technological advances, and they’ve done it again with their latest updates. This time they’ve geared their updates toward helping people with disabilities with some of their apps, including Live Transcribe, Google Maps, Sound Amplifier, and Action Block. People with a cognitive disability often struggle with navigating various apps because they have to tap their device multiple times and can get confused along the way. Google has simplified this process and has expanded its accessibility services to help people with disabilities in many ways.

How Action Blocks Can Help People With Disabilities

Action Blocks is a new app developed by Google. It’s designed to allow users who would normally have to make multiple taps on the screen to perform a task to just use a single tap. For example, making a phone call to a caregiver, turning off the lights in a home, or other routine tasks are simplified. Action Blocks help both people with a cognitive disability and a physical disability. People with a cognitive disability won’t have to remember how to access multiple apps, while people with a physical disability won’t have to get up and navigate their home as much to do routine tasks.

Helpful Updates To Google Maps

One of the biggest updates Google has implemented is the addition of Accessible Places in Google Maps. When a user has Google Maps open, they will see a wheelchair icon at establishments that have accessible entrances. They can also learn more about how accessible the parking, seating, and even the restrooms are right in the app without having to go to the place and learn for themselves. People with disabilities can enjoy the ultimate convenience and know they won’t be stranded inside a building that doesn’t have accessible features.

Google Is At The Forefront Of Technological Advances

Other technologies Google has updated include Live Transcribe and Sound Amplifier. With Live Transcribe, it provides accurate transcriptions in real-time, which is useful for people who can’t hear very well or clearly. While Sound Amplifier helps make speech and other sounds easier to hear. These technological advances have people with disabilities in mind and can be beneficial in many different aspects of life.

One of the most important characteristics people with disabilities have to have is adaptability. You have to adapt to your surroundings often since many locations don’t have the highest accessibility standards. And you might even have to adapt to your environment and make adjustments as you get older and have a tough time moving around and performing routine tasks. With companies like Google bringing innovations to expand accessibility services, people with a physical or cognitive disability can enjoy their lifestyle more. Next Day Access can also help people with disabilities by providing mobility devices and services to help them be comfortable at home. If there’s any aspect of your home that could be more accessible, contact us and we would be happy to provide you with a free assessment.

Greater Toronto, Canada, April 26, 2021: Next Day Access is pleased to announce the opening of its newest location in the Greater Toronto area. This is the first international development for the company. This location will serve the greater Toronto area as a leading provider in mobility and accessibility solutions. 

Mobility Solutions by Next Day Access Toronto

The company is proud to offer a variety of products and has a large inventory of wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, grab bars, and other bathroom safety products to promote independent living. Next Day Access products and services can easily be found on the Next Day Access website.

The family-run business is owned and managed by President, Taylor Walker and Vice President, Meredith Walker, a husband-and-wife team. They both have a passion to bring freedom to those with mobility limitations. Short-term and long-term solutions are available with a variety of products to accommodate each customer’s unique situation and abilities.

Taylor Walker’s passion for the mobility industry began when he became the Director of Dealer Development for Next Day Access’ parent company, American Access, Inc. The company’s expansion into Canada was rooted in his relationship with the leadership team at Next Day Access and a shared vision in developing the Greater Toronto market.

“We’re excited to open the first Next Day Access franchise in Canada,” Taylor Walker said. “We look forward to developing the Greater Toronto Area. Our desire is to help bring mobility solutions and to improve the quality of life to those with accessibility needs.”

Meeting Your Accessibility Needs

Next Day Access strives to provide high-quality and reliable accessibility products and services. The company offers a rapid response with free on-site consultations to provide the best solutions. Rent, buy, and rent-to-own options are available with the mobility products. Installation services are also offered with products quickly installed by mobility experts. The certified installers value customer safety, product reliability, and understand the importance of assisting with each clients’ needs. 

The Greater Toronto location is a milestone for the company and stands out as the first international Next Day Access franchise. The company looks forward to expanding its brand and services into the Canadian market.

Announcing Next Day Access Grand Opening of Boca Raton Location

Coconut Creek, Florida, February 15, 2021: Next Day Access is pleased to announce the opening of a new location in the Boca Raton area. The Next Day Access Boca Raton franchise, which provides home accessibility and mobility products, is owned by President Geri Castaldo and Vice President Jesse Castaldo. Individuals interested in Next Day Access products and services can easily find them on the Next Day Access website, where you can browse through their offerings including but not limited to wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, grab bars, bathroom safety products, and vehicle lifts.

Next Day Access also provides a variety of solutions to help seniors age in place rather than in an assisted care or nursing facility. Some of those services include product installation services, in-home safety consultations, home and bathroom modifications, rental and rent-to-own programs for non-custom products, as well as possible financing options.

As a family-owned business, the Boca Raton Next Day Access is pleased to usher in to the community their  “Whole Home-Whole Life” approach. This means as a consultative business, they offer solutions to people with disabilities or who want the comfort of aging in place, rather than a business that simply promotes products and services to make a profit. 

After a long and successful career as the owner of a software engineering company, co-owner Geri Castaldo was called to the accessibility solutions industry when her aging parents became ill. She began focusing on updating their condo so she could grant their wish of staying in their own home as long as possible. According to Geri, “With the accessibility modifications we made, the importance of enhancing their sense of freedom and ensuring their safety became clear. As co-owner of Boca Raton’s Next Day Access franchise, it’s my main goal to bring accommodations to others so they can also live happily and safely at home.” 

Geri’s son, co-owner Jesse Castaldo, was also inspired by taking care of his grandparents as they tackled accessibility challenges at home. “I’m grateful to work in an industry where I can make a difference in the lives of others. I appreciate that our clients have complex individual needs. I look forward to listening intently to each unique situation and helping our customers find the best, most cost-effective solutions.” Both owners are Certified Aging in Place Specialists.

Their Field Technician, David Hyler, brings to the new franchise 10 years of customer service experience. He said, “I take pride in knowing that my everyday work is changing the lives of those with accessibility needs in our community. I look forward to working closely with our clients to professionally install our lines of accessibility products.”

Anyone with mobility related disabilities who wishes to age in the comfort of their own home can now turn to a locally owned business. This new Next Day Access franchise is backed by a national brand they can trust to meet all of their needs in an expert and professional manner. In addition to the Boca Raton, Florida, franchise, Next Day Access has locations across the country. Visit www.nextdayaccess.com for a list of nearby locations. 

About Next Day Access: Next Day Access provides individuals with mobility and accessibility products and services, including residential and commercial wheelchair ramps, stairlifts, vehicle lifts, grab bars, and walk-in tubs. Next Day Access also takes pride in being responsible members of the communities they serve.

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