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Orlando Wheelchair Van Rentals – Spookiest Places in Orlando
October is a month that is synonymous with costumes, candy and most importantly, scary stories. If you are like most parents and take advantage of Halloween to take part in activities with your children, Wheelers Van Rentals and their Orlando Wheelchair Van Rentals service is what you need. Aside from the plethora of haunted houses you’ll see around the neighborhood Orlando boasts a wide array of haunted places which were not made that way purposely. If you’re in the Orlando area and are looking for a cool way to scare your children or loved ones, be sure to contact Wheelers for their Orlando Wheelchair Van Rentals service.
First on our list is the Longwood Hotel which is just off CR427 near the intersection 434 in Longwood. The building was constructed in 1927 and is believed by residents and police to be haunted by spirits. The building (formerly a hotel) is primarily used as an office building where employees have reported seeing spirits such as the ghost of George E. Clark. Clark was one of the hotel’s earliest owners. It is said that he died inside the building and regularly visits the property to haunt the corridors. Legend has it that years ago on a rainy night the police received a late night burglary call and saw a shadowy figure through one of the windows. The police surrounded the premises and did a thorough check only to find that the building was empty. If you’re in the area make sure you remember this anecdote to give your loved ones a little bit of a chill.
Second we have Orlando’s Econ River which is a remote location frequently visited to partake in activities such as picnicking and canoeing. But countless visitors claim to not be as alone as they thought they would be when visiting the seemingly tranquil venue. Every October 13 (that’s right, today) the spirit of a man named Christopher Klink appears hanging under the bridge (no, this is not the plot to a sequel to Bridge to Terabithia). Local legend has it that a bright light will flash right before he appears and the river will flow backwards. Whether its fact or fiction it’s up to you to decide.
If you happen to find yourself in central Florida, using Orlando Wheelchair Van Rentals chances are you’d have driven by this stretch of I-4 on your way to Daytona Beach. This place is known as The Dead Zone (that’s right, I said it) and it is allegedly one of the deadliest stretches with a higher than average accident ration. It may just be a coincidence (although there people argue there is no such thing as coincidences) but every year the Dead Zone is home to hundreds of accidents which are said to be explained by a supernatural phenomenon. Experts say that this portion of the highway is built over the graves of yellow fever victims and it is their diseased energy that causes so much trouble.
Scary stories are for those who choose to believe them but in any case they make for a good time and good ways to spend the scariest month of the year. Wheelers Van Rentals offer yearlong specials when you book their Orlando Wheelchair Van Rentals service and do so with free airport pick up and curbside delivery. Contact Wheelers today.
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Backed into your garage door? Hudson Valley Overhead Doors and Operators will fix it
We all make mistakes – especially when we’re in a hurry to get to work on time – but no blunder can be quite as frustrating as backing into the garage door. Not only will it cost money to repair, it will most likely make you even later for work.
So what are the steps you can take immediately after this frustrating accident so that things can run as smoothly as possible? Continue reading
Westchester Gutter Cleaning puts safety first when unclogging gutters
Properly functioning gutters are an integral part of the foundation of your home. They protect the structural integrity of your home, and if they’re not working properly, there are many inconveniences and even disasters that can befall you, costing you a lot more money in the long run. Continue reading
Wheelchair Accessible Activities in Hawaii
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Wheelers Van Rentals is a Wheelchair Van Rental company that for over 25 years has been the pioneer for all accessible travels all over the country. Offering their services in every state Wheelers is striving to be in every major city in the country within the next 10 years. Recently Wheelers are promoting their Hawaii Wheelchair Van Rentals service with free airport pick up and curbside delivery to ensure comfort and security. Hawaii has activities that are fun for the whole family and because 1 out of every 5 Hawaiian inhabitants has limited mobility they want visitors to know that a physical limitation is not a hindrance.
Accomodations
Although Wheelers just handles the getting around of your Hawaii Wheelchair Van Rentals they feel the responsibility to have you be aware of changes when it comes to accessible hotels in the Aloha State. In the last 10 years, ADA rules state that all hotels are required to offer ADA accessible rooms and Wheelchairs for hotel use. This provides guests with the comfort in knowing that they will not have to make too many pre arrangements with hotels and ADA rules also dictate that these hotels also require swimming pool lifts.
Restaurants
Resorts have also been changed to suit the needs of all of its thousands of accessible guests that visit Hawaii every year. There are endless possibilities for restaurants within these resorts and the big island is no exception but you should also be aware that not all restaurants outside of the resorts are as accessible as they claim. The usually challenges you’ll find will be for those in walkers and scooters trying to visit restaurants with second floors, inconvenient parking, broken pavement and many stairs. Sometimes for good restaurants you might be better off staying in the resort because outside the real question might not be “is the food good?” but instead “can I go to dinner on my own if I chose to?” As with anywhere make sure to call a restaurant you want to go to beforehand.
Beaches
If you ask anyone what the first thing that comes to mind when you mention Hawaii they will instantly say, beaches. When it comes to Hawaii, you want to see amazing beaches and that is exactly what you will see. Thanks to growing awareness and the government looking into issues that accessible visitors might encounter many beaches are now wheelchair accessible. According to the official website of major beaches in Honolulu, there are beaches that offer all terrain wheelchairs at the concession stands on many beaches. Some beaches are more focused on this than others but going to the beach is no longer a problem for Hawaii’s increasing number of accessible visitors.
It is hard to picture Hawaii being such a big tourist destination for disabled visitors because of its wide array of beaches but over recent years weather changes and higher tides has made Hawaii lose over 13 miles of coastline. This could be a big hit in the next few years if this negative trend were to continue Hawaii needs to find a new way to attract more visitors and focusing on making their cities and attractions more accessible is a good way to start. Wheelers are proud to provide their services in Hawaii and will continue to contribute to the discovery of new, interesting activities in the Aloha State for its accessible clients.
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Gutter Problems – Common Occurrences
A gutter installed on your property provides more positive than negative consequences but that alone will not avoid problems from occurring, especially the way weather is in the North East. A gutter guard sometimes gets hit hard when there is heavy rainfall even more so when there are problems with your roof that go beyond the work of your gutter guard. Make sure you have your roof inspected by Westchester Gutter Cleaning before or after any repairs to ensure a future problem won’t cost you thousands in repairs. Westchester Gutter Cleaning offers services such as Ardsley Gutter Cleaning, Bedford Gutter Cleaning, Harrison Gutter Cleaning and Hawthorne Gutter Cleaning among others. For more than 15 years, Westchester Gutter Cleaning has been delivering the best in Gutter services to Westchester County New York.
To begin, we know your home is located in the Northeast and we of all people know the haphazard weather that affects us on a yearly basis. This alone requires homeowners to be extra vigilant of their gutter system to ensure longevity. Without a doubt, the most common reason for a clogged gutter is leaves and debris that will eventually accumulate in your gutters. There are also other materials that make their way into the gutters. These materials include pine needles, pinecones, twigs, acorns, seeds, asphalt shingle, grit and many more. Now, we don’t mean to scare you but here are even more reasons for you to be concerned:
- A clogged gutter is hazardous for many reasons but the first is fire. Embers from wildfires can travel as far as a mile and half.
- A clogged gutter can serve as a lovely home to creatures such as insects and vermin. Water that doesn’t drain well will be a nesting ground for mosquitoes which can eventually spread illness and disease.
- Water may also overflow which often penetrates and sides foundations. The mold that results can be a major health hazard to your family.
- The aforementioned mold can also contribute to the formation of sludge. This reduces the life of your gutters by weighing them down and attacking the metal coating.
What many homeowners do as a solution to these problems can quite possibly be the two worst mistakes that anyone can make. They either climb up and try and solve the problem themselves (which is a bad idea) or they pay an eager neighbor kid to do it for them (which is an even worse idea).
Another solution to this problem (and quite frankly, the best one) would be to contact Westchester Gutter Cleaning for a free quote. They alone have both the experience and customer satisfaction rate to perform services such as Purchase Gutter Cleaning, Pelham Gutter Cleaning, Yorktown Gutter Cleaning, Valhalla Gutter Cleaning and Ardsley Gutter Cleaning. They offer installations, maintenance and repairs.
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Everything you Need to know about Kidney Stones
Kidneys have the arduous task of filtering our blood and removing excess waste and water in the form of urine. There are a wide variety of waste chemicals in our urine which is where the phrase “you are what you eat” comes from. Kidneys sometimes form crystals that clump together that are known as kidney stones. Kidney stones are hard rock-like crystals that vary in both size and shape. You may hear of some as tiny as a grain of salt and rarely you’ll hear of one as big as a golf ball. Here is everything you need to know about these infamous unwanted parts of our bodies.
There are 4 different types of stones: the first are stones formed from calcium combined with oxalate (a chemical compound) and these are the most common types of kidney stones. Next we have struvite stones, and these are usually caused by urine infections. They are horned shapes and larger than most. Third we have uric acid stones which are softer than other kidney stones. Lastly we have cystine stones which are rare and hereditary. They resemble crystals rather than stones.
Causes
In most cases there is no exact answer as to why or how they’re formed but here are some causes.
- A kidney stone can form when a substance such as calcium or uric acid are at high levels in the urine.
- They can also be formed when medications are used for treating medical conditions such as kidney disease or HIV. These medications can increase your risk of developing kidney stones.
- A very small percentage of people get kidney stones because of a medical condition and these conditions may lead to high levels of calcium, oxalate, uric acid or cystine at high levels.
Who are the ones Affected?
Usually between 5-8% of Americans suffer from kidney stones during their lifetime. They are more common in men with the risk being at 1 in 10 while in women it’s only 1 in 35. The risk increases if kidney stones are common in your family and as you age. Once you have a kidney stone the probability of getting a second stone is about 5-10% each year and about 40% with a first kidney stone will get a second one within the first five years.
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What are the Symptoms and how are they detected
Not all kidney stones are painful but discomfort or slight pain are usually the first signs and begins when a stone moves to the urinary tract. This is called a renal colic and it is a gripping pain slightly below the ribs. Other signs include blood in urine, nausea and vomiting or an urgent feeling of needing to urinate. When visiting a urologist New York for a different test, they may find a kidney stone or you may request a kidney stone test by means of a ultrasound, CT scans and X rays including an intravenous pyelogram or IVP, where dye is injected into the bloodstream before the x-rays are taken. Treatment options vary so if you do pass a stone try to collect a sample and take it to a Urologist New York City he will decide which treatment works best for you.
If you feel you passed a stone or have felt slight discomfort or pain, we recommend you visit a Urology Doctor NYC at Luzato Medical Group. They can help you work out a treatment plan that works for you and not just that but help you plan a diet accordingly.
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Las Vegas Wheelchair Van Rentals
Las Vegas, Nevada is and almost always has been one of America’s most frequented destinations for both Americans and foreigners. Vegas’ beautiful hotels and amazing casinos make it a fan favorite for both gambling and overall leisure. What many don’t know is that Las Vegas also draws in thousands of accessible visitors each year to its casinos, shows and incredible attractions. If you are disabled and want to plan a vacation to sin city, just contact Wheelers Van Rentals and ask for their Las Vegas Wheelchair Van Rentals service. Don’t worry about getting around and ride in style with one of their state-of-the art vans, wheelchairs and scooters. As an accessible parent of an 22 year I worried a lot about giving my son the trip he wanted but we made sure to drive over during slow season mostly to avoid crowded times. What we realized upon arriving is Las Vegas is basically a world leader in disability access, offering seamless accessibility that exceeded our expectations.
Lodging
Upon arriving we heard that the city provides the highest number of accessible guest rooms in the country so finding a place to stay is no longer an issue. The largest and most well-known resorts were built keeping in mind ADA regulations and designed keeping accessibility in mind. Even the older resorts were fixed up by adding ramps and other accessibility improvements. I’m not saying we didn’t encounter the occasional challenge such as a tight hallway but it’s a small price to pay. For more information or if you have specific questions, make sure to do some research online some of the resorts and call before you go.
Casinos
For those of you into gambling you will be happy to hear that most of their casinos offer gambling tables and slot machines designed for wheelchair users. If you’re hearing or vision impaired, the accessibility options may be limited but most of the staff is trained in disability issues.
Las Vegas Wheelchair Van Rentals
As mentioned earlier we utilized a national company called Wheelers Wheelchair Van Rentals for all of our transportation and we solicited their Las Vegas Wheelchair Van Rentals service. They picked us up at the airport and from there we had the van for almost a week. We decided to use the van to go everywhere but while there we noticed that Las Vegas public transportation welcomes scooters and wheelchairs. The only problem is being prepared to wait because they only accommodate two or three wheelchairs at a time.
Dining
Las Vegas receives millions of visitors every year so naturally they have some of the best restaurants in the world within the aforementioned casinos and resorts. Restaurants like anywhere else vary widely and ease accessibility. When making a reservation, mention your disability and accommodation you require. You’ll be happy to hear that most restaurants are happy to do anything they can to accommodate your needs.
Shows
All show venues in Las Vegas are required by law to have handicapped seating but the location of these seats vary widely so be sure to make reservations by phone instead of online.
Overall it was a great trip and I’ll need you let you guys know in detail what the best attractions were and what hotels and resorts are worth going and which to stay clear of. Planning the trip was difficult at first but thanks to Wheelers all we had to do was worry about hotels because the transportation portion was taken care of with ease and not just that but it was at a very reasonable price. We will be contacting Wheelers again, I’m sure. Along with their Las Vegas Wheelchair Van Rentals service, they offer wheelchair van rentals, scooter rentals all over the country.
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A Brief History of Florida
Florida also known as the sunshine state and along with New York is the most frequently visited of all the 50 states. It limits with Georgia to the north and with Alabama to the North West and was added to the union as the 27th state in 1845. This beautiful pristine land was known for its balmy climate and natural beauty and was named by Spanish explorer Ponce de León, naming it after the Spanish Easter Celebration known as “Pascua Florida”. We know Florida because it is home to Disney World which happens to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. But what many of us don’t know is the history of this wonderful state and all it has to offer.
Early Exploration and Colonization
Juan Ponce de León arrived in Florida the first time in 1513 more specifically in St. Augustine; apparently he saw future in the land because he returned in 1521 only this time with over 200 people and 50 horses. His efforts for quick colonization were short lived because the natives would not give up their land without and fight. In 1539, another explorer by the name of Hernando de Soto began another expedition in search of gold and silver which eventually brought him and his men to Tallahassee where Soto eventually died finding nothing but the road to Mexico. Spain was not the only European nation that pursued Florida, in 1562 French protestant by the name of Jean Ribault explored the land and two years later his fellow Frenchman René Goulaine established Fort Carolina (present day Jacksonville).
First Spanish Period
When the French wanted to take control of the land, Spain was forced to send more troops over to accelerate their colonization. Pedro Menendez de Avilés raced across the Atlantic with his sights set on deporting the French from Florida. He arrived in 1565 and managed to establish the first permanent European settlement in the United States. He managed to remove the French army and killing all settlers. The Spanish managed to stay in Florida until the late 1600s that the British took control of Georgia and were keen on taking Florida from the Spaniards. In the 1760s the British moved into Florida and traded it to the Spanish for Havana, Cuba.
British Florida and Second Spanish Settlement
The British had huge plans for Florida however the much anticipated American Revolution proved to be the factor that would hinder the British from occupying Florida for very long. The Spanish on the other hand were smarter and became allies with the French (that were on the Colonists side during the war) and when the war ended in 1783 they again occupied Florida and shared it with the newly freed colonists and slaves that ran away from their masters. The Spanish in a way had joint custody but after many U.S paramilitary expeditions into the territory, Spain formally gave up Florida in 1821.
Finally a State
In 1845 after years of Andrew Jackson “evacuating” thousands of Native Americans living in Florida at the time, Florida became the twenty-seventh state. In 1850, only 5 years later, the population of the young state had already grown to more than 87,000 inhabitants including 39,000 African American Slaves and 1,000 freed blacks. The issue with this new state was the white Americans living there did not oppose slavery and they knew that was going to be a problem because the guys in the north did. In the 1860 presidential elections no Floridian voted for Abraham Lincoln and shortly after when South Carolina (the first state to secede from the union) took action, Florida did too. When the civil war ended Florida became a haven for more freed slaves and as a major port for lumber shipments. In time it managed to grow its economy and became home to millions of Cuban immigrants that settled there after the 1900s.
Today Florida is a sanctuary to retirees looking to spend their time in a warm climate that is both tranquil and beautiful. It is also big on tourism welcoming everyone and is big on accessible travel, with most if not all of its major theme parks and attractions being accessible friendly. If you have an accessible relative and wish to visit Disney World or any other attraction the sunshine state has to offer, contact Wheelers Accessible Van Rentals. Wheelers is a company that for over 25 years has set the bar high and are the real pioneers when it comes to accessible travel. Their Florida Wheelchair Van Rental service has been around since day one and it ensures you get a state of the art accessible van for all of your trips. Wheelers also includes services such as free airport pick up and curbside delivery so you can avoid the hassles of a difficult commute.
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