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Ms. Wheelchair Oregon, Melinda Preciado

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Melinda Preciado

In 2022, Melinda Preciado was named Ms. Wheelchair Oregon with the mission of Adapting America For All. She is a mother of two young men and she worked in health care for 17 years before her traumatic event that placed her in a wheelchair. She describes herself as a critical thinker, compassionate, Zen and full of adventure.

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A Day as a Wheelchair Tourist in My City

By Melinda Preciado on Sep. 11, 2022

One of the many wonderful things about Eugene, Oregon is the wonderful art we have around. In January of 2021, after 17 years in the health field I endured a traumatic event that placed me in a wheelchair. I’m also a mother of two amazing children. My youngest child, as well as a friend…

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Kings Castle Trail

: Joey Hamilton

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Whale Watching at Sea Lion Caves

: Melanie Ryan Griffin

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Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center

Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center

Visit the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Visitor Center in downtown Eugene. Find information on things to do and see in Lane County, purchase park passes and locally-made gifts and souvenirs, and…