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When an accessibility mapping app went viral, success came with a cost

by Sarah Leeson
Jun 11, 2024
Roll Mobility, an app for mapping accessibility infrastructure and linking disabled communities, went viral. Now the team needs to raise funds.
A viral video boosted the popularity of an accessibility app called Roll Mobility. Now the company needs to raise funds to build its operation, said co-founder Joe Foster.
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Building a more accessible home, no matter your budget

by Eliza Mills
May 1, 2015
Prices vary, but universal, accessible design is becoming more mainstream.
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My Money Story: The economics of life in a wheelchair

by Eliza Mills
Feb 13, 2015
An accident that changed Jay Cramer's mobility also changed his finances.
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Wheel New York: Yelp for wheelchair access

by Ben Johnson
Aug 22, 2013
A new app, Wheel New York, helps people map and review wheelchair accessibility around the big city.
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Cheaper walkers, wheelchairs on their way

by Dan Gorenstein
Jul 1, 2013
Medicare drops reimbursement prices on loads of medical equipment on Monday.
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