Stephanie

Stephanie is an active, 41-year-old woman from Springfield, VA, who is part of the Undiagnosed Disease Network at the National Institutes of Health. It has been difficult for Stephanie to get funding for a wheelchair since she doesn’t have an official diagnosis. She has a neuromuscular condition that reduces her stamina, making it necessary to use a wheelchair when out of the house. She requested a Fold & Go electric wheelchair that is heavy duty and good for outdoor activities. Stephanie enjoys being outside and exploring new things. On her first official outing with her new equipment, she used the chair to go to Great Falls, Virginia. She said the gravel paths were bumpy, but she was able to navigate them well, especially with the help of the self-propel feature. Stephanie plans to have more exciting adventures with her new wheelchair.