It is the most wonderful time of the year here in western North Carolina. The holidays are an opportunity for our area’s high concentration of creative residents and businesses to don the region with the happy apparel of Christmas, Thanksgiving, and winter-themed decorations. Asheville is transformed into a winter wonderland, even if it doesn’t actually include snow.

Of course, being in a higher elevation part of North Carolina means we do have a higher chance of seeing a white Christmas than many others in the state. Beyond the holiday season, winter weather remains a possibility well into March and April, and even May in the highest elevations. 

For those who rely on their wheelchair to help them get around our beautiful area, snow, ice, rain, and the cold can make travel difficult. Here are some tips for navigating Asheville safely during the winter season. 

It is hard to believe, but the holiday season is rapidly approaching. This year will be different from last year in many ways. Families across western North Carolina put a hold on their typical Christmas and Thanksgiving Day traditions. 

Many opted instead for small gatherings with those who live within their households. They made difficult decisions in the interest of safety and in the hope that they were just postponing those gatherings for a year.

The long year is finally almost over. Although we may not be entirely out of the woods, it appears travel is more possible than it was twelve months ago. Some families will be making up for lost time, jet-setting all over the world for the holidays.

If you are a senior or use a wheelchair, travel for you is a little more challenging. This is before throwing in the bustle of the holidays, and trying to avoid getting sick along the way. 

In this article, we are helping seniors and the disabled prepare for holiday travel. 

It has been a long, hot summer in western North Carolina. While we get somewhat of a break from the worst of the heat and humidity here in the mountains, it still gets toasty enough to want to stay inside our air-conditioned homes. However, we are excited to say that the worst of it is over, and Fall is on the way. Autumn is one of the most magical times of the year in the Asheville area. The changing leaves out of a magnificent display of colors, while the temperatures are perfect for spending as much time as possible outdoors. For seniors and people who are wheelchair-bound, there are plenty of fun fall activities to enjoy. Here are a few of our favorites.

Many senior citizens struggle with mobility as they continue to age and become more reliant on wheelchairs. In fact, elders tend to lose their mobility as they age due to things like strokes, arthritis, and injuries from falls. 

Homes that aren’t wheelchair-friendly can cause seniors to potentially disconnect themselves from society due to limited mobility, and it is extremely difficult to navigate their homes. 

Read below to find out how to make your senior citizen’s life easier, healthier, and even more active.