Child Wheelchair

I acquired a used child's wheelchair for a very reasonable price today.

I would like to know where is a good place to sell or donate it.
Yes, I would like money to help my family out, but there is something to be said for 'that warm fuzzy feeling" of giving.
So, bottom line, either~or works for me

Any Ideas where?

craigslist.com

its the perfect free place (locally)

2008-06-02 21:36:44 by gerlawgoody1

Hi there. We are looking into possibly adopting a child who uses a wheelchair. It would be a domestic adoption. What would we have to do to our home in terms of accessibility to pass our home study? Thanks for any advice.

I'm not sure about a home study, but my sister is in a wheelchair, and there are a few things that we needed in our home, and that you should remember to be sensitive to your child.

First, and obviously, ramps are crucial. Please be sensitive, and realize that if there is a part of your house that is functional (like a family room or rec room), make it accessible. It is very difficult to have limited mobility and it is worse to be isolated from parts of your own home.

Doorways. Very old homes sometimes have narrow doorways that wheelchairs can't fit through. Some chairs also have different types of wheels that are at different angles, making them wider. Please check a local medical supply store for the maximum width on a wheelchair.

Depending on the age and size of the child, check on your toilet seats. We had to have toilet seats that were higher up, and then we had a bar next to our toilet seat so that she could pull herself out of her chair. It will depend also whether the child is a paraplegic or a quadraplegic.

Also make sure that they are able to sit in a regular chair at the table if they choose. My sister is a paraplegic, and resents when people in restaurants, or at other people's homes, take away her chair, assuming she wants to remain in her wheelchair. She prefers to move from her wheelchair to a regular chair at the table. Make sure they have a seat at the table on the "outside" of the table.

Make sure that a bathroom is accessible from where they sleep. It takes them a long time to get situated in a bathroom, so it helps to at least have it a little closer if possible

There's plenty more I could tell you, but it would depend on the age and severity of the needs. Good luck, and if you have any other questions, let me know. :-)

2009-08-13 10:37:52 by AO

Features locking-grid pieces that allow children to easily change their play worlds
Playmobil toys are dedicated to encouraging kids to use their imaginations
Recommended for ages 4 years and up

Do any parents with children in wheelchairs take their kids out for group art classes? What has worked well, and what hasn't?

Thanks.

Art class is an ideal activity while a child in a wheelchair. There are a few factors, of course.

Most obvious is that the facility need to be accessible. If the class is at a public school or similar location, this shouldn't be an issue. However, it's worth checking the property.

Second, there are types of art that are going to be more difficult. For example, pottery may require the use of an adapted wheel. Most pottery studios or schools will not necessarily have this.

Third, the actual art areas may not be easy to navigate or use. Even where an art room is accessible, it may be hard to reach a work area, which may be higher than a standard desk. Most kids classes, however, will likely use standard sized tables and therefore this shouldn't be an issue.

Last, you mention "group." If the idea is for multiple kids to participate in the same physical artwork, it may be difficult for a child in a wheelchair to reach. However, I expect that this shouldn't be an issue as long as the teacher is on the watch for ways for your child to participate.

All in all, this seems like a good idea. Must easier for a child in a wheelchair than a group sport, say.

2009-01-07 09:20:57 by RK

I have an extremely active 4 yr old who is in a wheelchair with a broken leg. Has anyone got any ideas for a birthday party that he will enjoy as well as the other kids?

How about a trip to the zoo with 2 or 3 close friends. It would be an easy place for everyone to have an outing and a wheelchair can be rolled there easily. All kids that age love seeing the animals and with only a few other children can be loaded in the family car and easily supervised. An ice chest in the car can contain drinks, sandwhiches and cupcakes. Zoo tee shirts make fun party favors.

2007-05-05 07:34:32 by Gabe M

We live in melbourne, trying to help a child living in Russia with muscular distrophy. The wheelchair costs 6,500 euros (approx 10,300 AUD) made by Meyra and is in Russia. We need all the help we can get to raise this money. Thank you in advance.

no.1
look for much cheaper wheelchair
if possible.

even if you ship it from another country
it will cost euro 500-1000 to ship only.
by talking to airlines, that this is charity
you might even get that part FREE.

wheelchairs in asia cost around
euro 500- 1000.

not super fancy but not super junky either.

good luck

2007-10-15 03:50:23 by Elzara R