Individual Program

In 2022, we created NCHPAD Connect to collect and understand the needs, interests and lifestyles of people with mobility limitations across the United States. Within this private wellness database, we use the data to create, evaluate and enhance health promotion programs, develop educational resources and improve inclusion.

Individuals who join and contribute their information to NCHPAD Connect have access to our free evidence-based health and wellness programs, resources and virtual community events, with additional opportunities to participate in and further the development of new resources.

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A mobility limitation refers to any condition or impairment that affects a person’s ability to move freely or perform daily activities. Examples include:
•Chronic pain: Persistent pain in areas such as the back, joints or limbs that makes walking or standing for extended periods challenging.
•Join Inflammation: Joint inflammation that can limit movement and flexibility, impacting tasks like climbing stairs or reaching high shelves.
•Muscle weakness: Experiencing weakened muscles, affecting an individual’s ability to lift objects or maintain balance.
•Difficulty walking or not able to walk: Individuals may be unable to walk or have difficulty walking and need the use of assistive devices like canes or wheelchairs to support mobility.
•Limb Difference: Individuals may have differences in limb length or function or use prosthetics to support mobility.

To be eligible to join NCHPAD Connect, you must live in the United States or its territories, be 18 years or older, self-report a mobility limitation or physical disability, or use a mobility device or assistive technology. No medical diagnoses or paperwork are required.

You can join NCHPAD Connect by signing up online, contacting our call center or through one of our partners. After signing up, your eligibility will be confirmed, and you’ll receive series of surveys and questionnaires. Once those are completed, you’ll officially be part of NCHPAD Connect and can enjoy access to our programs, resources and virtual community!

A wellness database is our version of a registry that collects and manages information to help improve access to health promotion programs and resources for people with mobility limitations, while also supporting broader goals to help advance inclusion.

NCHPAD Connect is entirely free because it is fully funded grant from the CDC. This funding ensures that all program services and resources are available to participants at no cost, allowing us to focus on providing valuable support without any financial burden on participants.