Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence

12/26/2022

We are honored to be featured in this episode of Crazy Good Turns
Podcast.

Marine Josh Himan overcame major injuries he suffered in Iraq, and went on to partner with Tammy Phipps, the Army therapist who helped him learn to drive again.

Together, these veterans are bringing more freedom to people with mobility challenges - like Marc Owens - through Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence.

Listen to this amazing story of paying it forward here: https://crazygoodturns.org/episodes/heroes-2022

12/24/2022

Yahoo!!! Just need POTUS to sign.

Over time, the period would shorten to 10 years. More information can be found here:

https://pva.org/news-and-media-center/recent-news/pva-applauds-congress-for-passing-the-veterans-auto-education-improvement-act-urges-president-biden-to-sign/

BREAKING: PVA celebrates Congress passing the Veterans Auto and Education Improvement Act of 2022!

Once signed by the President, this legislation authorizes the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to provide an additional automobile grant NOW to who received their grant 30 years or more ago and will change the definition of “medical services” to include certain vehicle modifications like van lifts.

Read more on how this legislation will improve disabled ’ mobility, health, and independence: https://pva.org/news-and-media-center/recent-news/pva-applauds-congress-for-passing-the-veterans-auto-education-improvement-act-urges-president-biden-to-sign/.

12/20/2022

Happy Holidays!!! DRCE Fredericksburg, VA & coming soon Williamsburg VA

12/19/2022

Happy Holidays from DRCE COLUMBUS!!!!

12/16/2022

Happy Holidays from DRCE!!!

12/13/2022

It was a honor to help our DeMatha family!

We wanted to take a moment to thank Marcus Foran, father of Xavier Foran ‘24, and the team at DRCE for their help in making Joe’s van a reality. DRCE is a unique company that has combined driver rehab services and installation of adaptive equipment into vehicles. Additionally, they assist clients such as Ms. Wendy Norris and Joe with finding an appropriate equipped vehicles to facilitate independence with driving and/or passenger applications.

For more information visit their website: www.driverrehabcenter.com

12/08/2022

DARS is celebrating Older Driver Safety Awareness Week held each year in December because this is the time of year when families often come together for the holidays. One of the first steps in addressing older driver safety with a loved one is to create a safe space to discuss these changes and to create solutions that allow continued safe and independent driving. The Clearinghouse for Older Road User Safety (ChORUS) provides professionals and individuals with resources https://bit.ly/3FeGsCQ. DARS offers a variety of services to support older drivers https://bit.ly/3pvtg3A.

11/10/2022

Helping Jojo Get Her Independence Back!, organized by Annette Zilker

Chevrolet Traverse + BraunAbility Wheelchair accessible conversion = Stunning vehicle for people with disabilities.

Add Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence + BraunAbility 6-Way Power Seat + Veigel GmbH + Co. KG distributed by Mobility Innovations and Q'Straint for wheelchair securement = Joanna's Dream Vehicle Black Widow.

We are so excited that Chevrolet New Roads Magazine reached out to us to feature disability / handicapped solutions on the Traverse Platform. When they contacted us, we knew exactly who they should highlight. https://www.chevrolet.com/new-roads/people/freedom-found

This story does a great job informing us about accessibility options, we'd like to add to this story and tell you about Joanna. She was in an accident last year in her wheelchair accessible vehicle and although she had insurance, it didn't come close to covering the adaptive / handicapped equipment costs. Joanna is an amazing person, a huge advocate for others, and we would like to advocate for her. With her permission we would like to share a GoFund Me link to help support the extraordinary costs associated with Black Widow. If you can help, please consider contributing to this campaign. https://www.gofundme.com/f/helping-jojo-get-her-independence-back?qid=b79f2ff188e7bbd6b5423efafcd2c8fa

11/06/2022

We are so blessed to be part of this amazing mission! And be able to continue to serve our community of Service Members and Veterans!

For most of us, the freedom to run errands is something we take for granted. But for some injured veterans, it's an act of independence that isn't always possible. ​

We partnered with the Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence (DRCE) in Chantilly, VA in 2019 and launched our Drive For HOPE program – a comprehensive driving program designed to help injured service members and veterans get back on the road because our nation’s Warriors should not be limited by their ability to afford driving independence. ​

One of our first Drive clients was Army Veteran Jeff Cambre, who was referred to us by our partners at DRCE. Through our Drive For HOPE program, Jeff came to Virginia to work with HOPE and the DRCE team. While he was learning new driving skills, the DRCE team modified his truck with hand controls in lieu of foot pedals and other adaptive equipment to help him get in and out of his truck. After his training and vehicle modification, Jeff drove himself and his wife home to North Carolina. At that moment, Jeff’s world changed, and he was once again able to independently participate in daily activities such as driving to an appointment or taking his son to practice. ​

We are incredibly grateful to be a part of Jeff's story. This chapter in his life speaks volumes about his resilience and reflects the value of the program itself. ​

To learn more about our Drive For HOPE program and how to get involved, visit https://www.hopeforthewarriors.org/transition/drive-for-hope/

10/29/2022

MobilityWorks
At Mobility Works Richmond
Come by this by cool resource fair and Trunk or Treat!

10/27/2022

Enjoyed our first Trunk or Treat of the season and making new friends

10/26/2022

We celebrated International Dwarfism Awareness Day in style!

10/21/2022

Help us congratulate our Co-Founder and CFO Joshua Himan on taking delivery today of this gorgeous 2022 Chevy Traverse with BraunAbility wheelchair conversion!

We are so honored to build this beauty!!!

Thank you to Semper Fi & America's Fund for supporting Josh’s new whip!!!

10/18/2022

Did you know that October is Dwarfism Awareness Month?

We are so blessed to have Julie on our team! There is so much amazing packed into this Little person! She may be little but she is mighty, and we don't know what we would do without her!

!!!LOVE A LITTLE!!!

BEEP BEEP Julie!

10/14/2022

Thank you Lawley Automotive Center-Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Hyundai for the tag! We are excited to be part of this edition of Chevy Roads!
Thank you Joanna and Joshua Himan for this fantastic interview

https://www.chevrolet.com/new-roads/people/freedom-found

10/13/2022

Check out this gorgeous truck!! Our team at DRCE is amazing. We are proud to partner with Wounded Warriors Family Support to help get modified vehicles to our Veterans! Congratulations Cpl Adams on the new truck. We enjoyed building it!

10/07/2022

Wahoooo! Congratulations Sam! It takes a team to make the dream work!

10/07/2022

****MORE BREAKING NEWS****

DRCE just completed a successful National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association (NMEDA) QAP Audit

We are committed to continuing to not just meeting standards but Exceeding them!

Congratulations to our amazing Team!

10/06/2022

!!!!BREAKING NEWS!!!!
DRCE has another CDRS on the team! Danielle is an amazing OT and Driver Rehab Specialist and runs our Fredericksburg VA location.

CONGRATULATIONS Danielle Chilton for passing your certification exam!

09/30/2022

This is amazing news - y’all! We are following this closely and can’t wait for this to become law! Let’s hope it passes in the Senate!

BREAKING: The House of Representatives passed the AUTO for Veterans Act!

We thank Congresswoman Lizzie Fletcher, Congressman Dan Meuser, and Representative David Trone for leading the effort to expand access to transportation for disabled . PVA is especially grateful to Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Majority Chairman Congressman Mark Takano and House Committee on Veterans' Affairs GOP Ranking Member Rep. Mike Bost, who made the bill’s passage through the House possible.

If passed by the Senate, this act would authorize the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs to provide an additional automobile allowance to eligible Veterans and ensure certain vehicle modifications like van lifts are available to catastrophically disabled Veterans, which are crucial for PVA members and other .

Read more of PVA’s statement: https://pva.org/news-and-media-center/recent-news/pva-applauds-house-passing-auto-for-veterans-act/.

09/28/2022

https://fb.watch/fQ8nl9Vk23/
We provide Older Driver Assessments let us know if we can help!

09/24/2022

We are excited to be at the Virginia Occupational Therapy Association Conference! Spreading the word about Driving Rehab !!

09/22/2022

Are you going to this year's Virginia Occupational Therapy Association Annual Conference in Glen Allen VA?

Come by and see Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence exhibitor booth on Saturday September 24th!

08/17/2022

All set up for the Bourbiz DC event. Networking with local veterans 🇺🇸

07/16/2022

July is Disability Pride Month! DRCE is a one stop shop for community mobility for those with disabilities. We are a team of therapists who provide evaluations for driving whether you have a spectrum disorder, amputations, spinal cord injuries, Alzheimer's or any medical condition that could affect driving.

We also provide mobility solutions such as wheelchair/scooter lifts or hand controls.

You can find us at driverrehabcenter.com

06/09/2022

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Giving Up The Car Keys? Exploring All "Routes": As We Age. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

Join us today for good information when it comes to "Driving as we age"!

Join the team at The Driver Rehabilitation Center of Excellence for a deeper dive into navigating the conversation and driving process as we age to remain as safe and independent as possible behind the wheel and/or with the appropriate resources. • Establish a baseline; what to look out for as a c...

06/08/2022

We are all set up The Art of Aging Expo in Fredericksburg. Come visit our table and learn about driving rehab

06/08/2022

App Helps Drivers With Disabilities Fuel Up

Fuel service app that helps people with disabilities, yes please!

Even though gas is very expensive right now, most people take for granted the simple act of going to the gas station and quickly filling up, but for those in the disabled community, getting gas is more than just a quick trip.

05/27/2022

We are so proud of our team!! Way to knock another modification out of the park!!! Thank you to Wounded Warriors Family Support for trusting us to complete this project for SSgt Remache!!
SemperFi

05/25/2022

Marcus and Trista had an opportunity to join our friends at Wounded Warriors Family Support in NYC this morning for the Parade of Ships to kick of Fleet Week. Stay tuned for a very special presentation of a truck on Friday

05/18/2022

Amputee Coalition National Conference

Congratulations to our therapists Tammy Lynn Phipps & Amanda Mendez for being selected to present Amputee Coalition 2022 National Conference in Palm Desert CA! Our talk - "It's Not Just Driving". See you there!

https://www.amputee-coalition.org/events-programs/national-conference/

Each year, the Amputee Coalition hosts hundreds of people who come together to meet or reconnect with friends, attend sessions that cover everything from the practical to the theoretical, and get hands-on experiences with new technologies and activities.

05/13/2022

MAY is American Stroke Month and Hypertension Awareness and more. Stroke is dangerous and deadly — the No. 5 killer and a leading cause of disability in America. But you can control and treat several risk factors for stroke. Visit AHA for more information.

At , we assist with recommending when/if it is safe to return to driving after a stroke, auto adaptive equipment as alternatives and install equipment if needed. Additionally, we can help navigate the medical process within the department of motor vehicles for each state. Come see us for your driving needs!

05/13/2022

MAY is American Stroke Month and Hypertension Awareness and more. A stroke is dangerous and deadly — the No. 5 killer and a leading cause of disability in America. But you can control and treat several risk factors for stroke. Visit

05/06/2022

May is National Mobility Awareness Month! Get in, and Drive Change!

For the disability community, activism isn’t an option. It’s a way of life. They've fought for every opportunity, worked for inclusive laws, faced every challenge. And now, it’s their time to be heard again. National Mobility Awareness Month not only showcases adaptive automotive options—it’s a chance to say, “Mobility is a right. Not a privilege.”

www.MobilityAwarenessMonth.com

@ , we can modify your accessible vehicles and recommend the best mobility solutions for your specific needs.

05/05/2022

Let’s drive safe!

Some really great information here!

Continue reading

05/03/2022

Giving Up The Car Keys? Exploring All 'Routes': As We Age

Giving Up The Car Keys? Exploring All 'Routes': As We Age

Event posted by Positive Aging SourceBook on Positive Aging SourceBook.

04/30/2022

How do you close out OT Month?!
You add 2 more OTs to the team!

We are so excited to announce DRCE has opened a location In Columbus OH! 

Help us welcome Kait Finch OT, CDRS and Jennifer Jennifer Berry Bachelor OT, DRS to our team!

We will be offering all levels of driving rehab services to include high tech!

Help us spread the word!

Stay tuned for updates!

Call us 740-777-6896 to
Book your appointment today!!!

04/29/2022

Highlighting the remaining OT's here at DRCE for !! Thank you for everything that you do and the difference you make when you work with each individual that we serve in our community. Trista Windows CDRS, COTA/L, Danielle Chilton ORT/L, DRS, Kaitlin Finch CDRS, OTR/L and the one and only Tammy Phipps CDRS, OTR/L.

04/26/2022

Blog Archive - Mobility Innovations

https://www.mobilityinnovators.com/category/blog/

Check out Mobility Innovations Blog! Great information!
If you have questions we are happy to help!
YES we install of these products!

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04/23/2022

USA Warriors are taking the ice! Let’s go USA!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸