Social Justice Grant In 2022, Wayne State University received a $6 million grant from the Mellon Foundation to promote social justice establishing a center for Black Studies in Detroit. Wayne State University plans to recruit 30 new faculty members in the humanities to build a comfortable and inclusive space for research on the Black experience.…
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The emphasis of mainstreaming the integration of individuals with disabilities and recognizing them during societal development is keen to create a sustainable environment around the world according to the United Nations Conventions on Human Rights and Persons of Disabilities. The UN’s article is a declaration for the implementation to remove obstacles and barriers for all…
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Since the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, Wilson Adaptive Technologies [W.A.T.] has finally resumed work on building shower models. W.A.T. aims to create affordable, adaptive, and accessible showers designed to meet the needs of individuals as well as caregivers while complying with the ADA standards.  The W.A.T. shower systems are constantly improving to ensure they…
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When researching the market for current possibilities that accommodate wheelchair bound people, consumers are left with few choices. Showering and bathing present some of the most critical obstacles to daily caregiving. According to The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, The New York Times reported, “The smallest room in the house can be a dangerous place.” The…
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Fair Market Value is one of Wilson Adaptive Technologies’ primary focuses, and our products represent an accurate assessment of their worth. Other similar commodities are often poorly made and grossly overpriced, but because there is little competition, those manufactures are able to cut corners and charge unfair prices. Comparable products on the market cost anywhere…
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Quality of life is at the forefront of Wilson Adaptive Technologies’ objectives. We believe that everyone, regardless of income, has a right to proper hygiene. There is an overwhelming demand for equipment that assists with the daily self-care needs of those who are disabled or elderly and their caregivers, and that also meets ADA standards. …
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What are the ADA standards?  ADA stands for the Americans with Disabilities Act, which means it was passed to ensure accessibility in public spaces for Americans with disabilities, and to protect them from discrimination. The original version of these standards was released in 1990, and the most recenT in 2010. This act includes five sections, employment, public services,…
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When researching the market for handicapped-accessible showering equipment, consumers are often left frustrated by their options. The first current market options include full bathroom remodeling at an average cost of over 9 thousand dollars. The second available market option is portable handicapped showers that are often poorly made or grossly overpriced. The current two popular…
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Showering and bathing have mental and physical health benefits. It’s really important for everyone to have access to showering or bathing for their overall health. We all know that bathing and showering can have calming effects, which can aid in restful sleep, or that warm or cold water can help sooth muscles, reduce inflammation, and…
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The incidence of pressure ulcers varies from 1 to 3 million per year. The prevalence of pressure ulcers is estimated to range from 5% to 15% which can be higher in intensive care units and other long-term care settings (Mervis & Phillips, 2019). The diagnosis of pressure ulcers can sometimes be delayed due to inconsistencies…
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