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January 2008

People with limb loss have particular information needs. Topic of the Month is a resource guide of information relevant to amputees. Click on the links below to access articles and Web sites directly. Many of the books and videos can be borrowed through Interlibrary Loan.

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Books:

101 Accessible Vacations: Vacation Ideas for Wheelers and Slow Walkers/ by Candy Harrington. 1st ed. New York, NY: Demos Medical Pub., c2007. ISBN: 1932603433. This guide highlights vacation destinations for disabled travelers. Containing chapters organized by vacation style, this guide allows the traveler to tailor their holiday to their own specifications. Whether the reader desires an exciting road trip, a tranquil cruise, family fun, or an adventure steeped in history, this guide details over 101 cities, national parks, and tourist attractions around the United States that fit the bill. The guide describes the accessibility of each location, allowing readers to plan a trip that best fits their specific needs.

Access for Disabled Americans: Around the World Resource Guide: All to Help Make Life a Little Easier for People With Disabilities. 5th ed. Walnut Creek, CA: Access for Disabled Americans, 2003. ISBN: 1-928616-09-7. This is a bibliography of useful information for people with disabilities. Information is included on publications, tour groups and travel agents, city and state access guides, world resources, accessible vacation rentals, Web sites, outdoor adventures, sports and recreation, caregiving, companion dogs, and accessible home renovations.

Barrier-Free Travel: A Nuts and Bolts Guide for Wheelers and Slow Walkers / Candy Harrington; photographs by Charles Pannell. New York, NY: Demos Medical Pub., c2005. ISBN: 1-932603-09-3. This useful resource contains detailed information to help you find and book an accessible room, cruise, ground transportation, and overseas travel. Learn disability laws and rights, locate the right travel agent, protect your wheelchair when you travel, and be ready for the changes in security that affect the way maneuver through airports ‑ greatly expanded section on cruises, new material on children's travel issues and global resources.

The Complete Directory for People With Disabilities. 16th, 2008 ed. Millerton, NY: Grey House Pub., c2007. This directory is a very comprehensive resource for individuals and professionals. Information is included on assistive devices, associations, camps & travel, education programs, electronic media, employment, government agencies, living centers, periodicals & books, rehabilitation facilities, support groups, web sites, and more.

Rick Steves' Easy Access Europe / Rick Steves & Ken Plattner. Emeryville, CA: Avalon Travel, c2004. ISBN: 1-56691-668-2. With a focus on Amsterdam, Bruges, London, Paris, and the Rhine, this new guide provides tips on getting around easily whether you're in a wheelchair or just need to walk slowly. This book includes accessibility rating for sights, hotels and restaurants; recommendations for traveling on any budget; "Roll or Stroll" tours of historic neighborhoods; and much more advice for travelers with physical challenges.

There Is Room at the Inn: Inns and B&Bs for Wheelers and Slow Walkers/ by Candy Harrington. 1st ed. New York, NY: Demos Medical Pub., c2006. ISBN: 1932603611. A resource for travelers who use wheelchairs, scooters, or walkers, thisbook contains an array of intimate, accessible lodgings throughout the nation. Grouped geographically by state, this guide features 118 lodgings in 40 states, ranging from Victorian inns and quaint B&Bs to mountain retreats, a dude ranch, and even two safari parks. A handy checklist allows travelers to screen other potential choices.

Wheelchairs on the Go: Accessible Fun in Florida / Michelle Stigleman & Deborah Van Brunt. 1st ed. Clearwater, FL: Access Guide Pub., 2002. This book lists wheelchair-accessible and barrier-free accommodations, tourist attractions and activities from the Panhandle to Orlando to Key West.

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Articles

Improved Airport Security: More Problems for People With Prostheses / Christina DiMartino. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition of America, 2002. Article from inMotion, March / April 2002. A look at how airport security has changed since September 11, 2001, and the implications those changes have for people with disabilities.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/mar_apr_02/airprt.html or http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/mar_apr_02/airprt.pdf

Knowing Your Rights: Hotel Stays Without Reservation / Casey Patrick. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition, 1999. Article from inMotion, May / June 1999. From business travel to family vacations, Americans, including many of the nearly 50 million with disabilities, faithfully leave their own comfortable beds and baths to stay in hotels and motels. It may not be vital to control which pastel poster will inevitably hang above the bed or which sliver of face soap will appear in the bathroom, but details related to accessibility are not a matter of taste. They are your rights.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/may_jun_99/rights.html

NLLIC Amputee Coalition Fact Sheet: Travel Information for People With Disabilities / by NLLIC Staff. Revised 2006 edition. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition, 2002. Basic information about a broad spectrum of travel issues for those with disabilities. The information comes from a wide variety of sources and includes references to where additional information can be found.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/fact_sheets/travel.html
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/fact_sheets/travel.pdf

Partnerships - Transportation Security Administration: Making the Skies Safe Once Again / Bill Dupes. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition, 2004. Article from inMotion January / February 2004. A new agency, the Transportation Security Administration was formed after September 11, 2001. This agency has been involved in advanced training, which has allowed people with disabilities to begin seeing smoother travel than a few months ago. The Amputee Coalition and others are providing guidance in educating screeners about different kinds of prosthetic equipment.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/jan_feb_04/skies.html or http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/jan_feb_04/skies.pdf
Spanish: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/spanish/inmotion/jan_feb_04/skies.html or http://www.amputee-coalition.org/spanish/inmotion/jan_feb_04/skies.pdf

Planes, Trains and Automobiles / Bill Dupes. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition of America, 2006. Article from inMotion March / April 2006. This article discusses how to plan for an accessible vacation and what concerns must be especially considered for people with limb loss. Includes information on the screening process for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) for prostheses, service animals, mobility equipment, special devices and diabetes supplies.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/mar_apr_06/planes_trains_automobiles.html
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/mar_apr_06/planes_trains_automobiles.pdf
EZ: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/easyread/inmotion/mar_apr_06/planes_trains_automobiles-ez.pdf
Spanish EZ: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/spanish/easyread/inmotion/mar_apr_06/travel_tips-ez.html

Recreational Vehicles Make Traveling Easier for People With Disabilities / Trish Riley. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition of America, 2003. Article from inMotion, July / August 2003. Accessible travel for people with disabilities is discussed in this article. Some people with disabilities find traveling in a modified recreational vehicle (RV) to be an enjoyable and relaxing experience.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/jul_aug_03/rvs.html or
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/jul_aug_03/rvs.pdf

Skin Care: Some Do's and Don'ts / Paddy Rossbach. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition of America, 2006. Article from inMotion, March / April 2006. Paddy Rossbach, RN and Amputee Coalition President, discusses the importance of caring for the skin of the residual limb and contacting your healthcare provider as soon as you have a problem. Most skin care problems fall into three categories: a poorly fitted prosthesis, improper hygiene, and allergies. Rossbach also recommends key items to keep handy in case a problem arises and you can't get to your doctor immediately, such as when traveling.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/mar_apr_06/skin_care.html
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/mar_apr_06/skin_care.pdf
Spanish: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/spanish/inmotion/mar_apr_06/skin_care.html
Spanish: http://www.amputee-coalition.org/spanish/inmotion/mar_apr_06/skin_care.pdf

To the Sea, To the Sea, To the Beautiful Sea / Christina DiMartino. Knoxville, TN: Amputee Coalition, 2001. Article from inMotion, September / October 2001. This article takes a brief look at how the cruise ship industry is complying, or not complying, with the ADA.
http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/sep_oct_01/bythesea.html or http://www.amputee-coalition.org/inmotion/sep_oct_01/bythesea.pdf

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Web sites/ Organizations

Access Abroad / University of Minnesota. Minneapolis, MN: Regents of the University of Minnesota, 2000-. The Access Abroad site is devoted to making existing study abroad opportunities accessible to college students with all types of disabilities, in accordance with ADA regulations, and was developed by the University of Minnesota.
http://www.umabroad.umn.edu/access/

Access-Able Travel Source. [United States: Access-Able Travel Source, 1995]-. This site has information and everything else you need to know about travel with disabilities, mature travel, disability magazines, access guides, wheelchair travel, scooter rental, accessible transportation and more. http://www.access-able.com/graphical_index.html

Accessible Journeys: Making the World More Accessible. Ridley Park, PA: Accessible Journeys, [199u]-. Accessible Journeys design custom, wheelchair accessible vacations and escort groups on accessible cruises and tours exclusively for slow walkers, wheelchair travelers, their families and their friends. There are also many disability resources regarding destinations, services, access, barrier free travel and international suppliers. http://www.disabilitytravel.com/

Amtrak: Services People With Disabilities and Special Needs. [Washington, DC: Amtrak, 199-]-. This site contains information about accessible services and tips for making your Amtrak journey as barrier-free as possible. http://www.amtrak.com/servlet/ContentServer? pagename=Amtrak/Page/Collection_Page&cid=1080080554568&c=Page&ssid=139

DisabilityInfo.gov. [Washington, DC: s.n.], 2002-. This is a comprehensive Federal Web site of disability-related government resources.
http://www.disabilityinfo.gov

Emerging Horizons: The Accessible Travel Newsletter. Ripon, C: Candy & Charles Creative Concepts, c1997-. Consumer-oriented magazine about accessible travel. Emerging Horizons’ primary focus is travel for people with mobility disabilities; everybody from wheelchair users to slow walkers. Lots of access information, resources, news and travel tips. Available in print and online.
http://emerginghorizons.com/

Gimp On the Go. Bethesda, MD: Gimp on the Go, 1999-. This web site is for people with disabilities that want to travel. Resources for travel plans, travel reviews on different locations by people with disabilities, tips on traveling, and a bulletin board for posting are all available on this site. http://www.gimponthego.com/

JustCan.com: Disability Community Travel Resources. Greenville, RI: JustCan.com, [200-]-. This site provides a variety of travel information for people with disabilities. Links to government information about air travel, air travel service complaints, and accessible parks and recreational facilities are provided. http://www.travel.justcan.com/

Mobility International USA. Eugene, OR: Mobility International USA, [199-]-. This is a US-based nonprofit organization with the mission to empower people with disabilities around the world through international exchange, information, technical assistance and training; and to ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities in international exchange and development programs. http://www.miusa.org/

MossRehab ResourceNet: Information and Resources for the Disabled. Philadelphia, PA: Albert Einstein Healthcare Network, [200-]-. This site provides a wide variety of information and resources for those with disabilities. http://mossresourcenet.org/

Air Accessibility/ U.S. Department of Transportation. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Transportation, 200?. This site offers travelers with disabilities a brief but authoritative source of information about the Air Carrier Access rules: the accommodations, facilities, and services that are now required to be available. It also describes features required by other regulations designed to make air travel more accessible. http://www.dotcr.ost.dot.gov/asp/airacc.asp

SATH: Society For Accessible Travel & Hospitality. New York, NY: Society For Accessible Travel & Hospitality, [199-]-. The Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitality (SATH) is a non-profit educational organization that has actively represented travelers with disabilities since 1976. SATH's mission is to promote awareness, respect and accessibility for disabled and mature travelers and employment for persons with disabilities in the tourism industry.
http://www.sath.org/

Transportation Security Administration. Washington, DC: U.S. Department of Transportation, [199-]-. The mission of the Transportation Security Administration is to protect the nation's transportation systems to ensure freedom of movement for people and commerce. This site includes information for travelers & consumers, with an area specifically devoted to persons with disabilities and medical conditions.
http://www.tsa.gov/public/