What are mobility mats?
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Mobility mats (also called MobiMats) are nonslip pathways that help individuals with mobility challenges avoid getting stuck in the soft, uneven sand, allowing them to access the beach safely and easily. For people who use wheelchairs, power chairs, walkers, have prosthetic limbs, injuries or simply need some extra support in the sand, mobility mats are a game-changer.
The Forward Foundation, a private foundation based in Clearwater, Florida, is partnering with Help Us Gather (HUG) and the Disability Achievement Center to ensure every beach-facing city in the Tampa Bay area has a mobility mat, ensuring equal access for residents and travelers alike to one of Florida’s most precious natural resources.