Wheelchairs
Federal regulations, the appropriations process, and on-going legislation--IDEIA, child nutrition, personnel preparation, and wheelchair funding.(Legislative Update): An article from: Palaestra [H] [T] [M]
(Digital) Thomson Gale 2005-06-22
Release date: 2005-09-12
Price:
$5.95
$5.95
Answers
Anyone know of funding sources for a wheelchair accessible van if you live in Michigan USA? Other than loans, what resources are out there if any?
http://www.mpas.org/AdvocacyServices.asp ?TOPIC=10116
you might want to try talking to an advocacy group like this one... They generally can help, and if they can't they have the resources to tell you where to go for help.....
http://www.advantagemobility.net/
You might actually try talking to someone at a wheelchair store, they might be able to give you information on what they have seen in the past and what they have worked with. It might seem like a lot of work, but try a couple different people to talk to and see if someone can't help, or if they know of anyone who might help in the area.
There were also a few links that I found that sounded like they were organizations that might help.....
http://www.ucp.org/ucp_channeldsc.cfm/87 /19/124
http://www.uwsem.org/bloguwsem/labels/In TheNews.html
united way normally has a wealth of information that even if they can't help you specifically.
Even if you cannot donate, Please pass this video on to your friends. My Brother and I are on our way to getting eagle. To do so we took on two ...
My brother in law has very debilitating CP. He lives with his mother who is not well off and the house is not wheelchair friendly AT ALL. His mother has just been picking him up and carrying him room to room for years, but is aging and may not be able to do it much longer. Does anyone know of any programs that may be able to help his family make changes to the house for give both mother a break and son a little freedom?
you might want to check out http://www.handiramp.com/Funding.htm
I am looking to get some funding towards a levo combi (basic £12000) anyone any ideas of funding resourses?
check to see if there is Government assistance through something like a disability services. If something like that isn't in your area approach some politicians in your area to see if they know of any way that you can try for some assistance. Not sure about where you are if this will help but we have those types of organisations in Australia
I live in melbourne Australia, does anyone know where i can get a electric wheelchair, I currently have one but am looking for another to use as a backup as it is a huge in convenience for me when the one i'm using now breaks down.
I phoned the place that funded my wheelchair if they could provide me with a backup but there policy is only one wheelchair per person.
Does anyone have any suggestions, I need my independence AND don't want to be in a position where i have to be without my wheelchair. Pls help.
I did a lot of research for my diabetic boss but we live here in california - the best prices I can find was in ebay and if you need spare parts there is Value Mobility call FRANK 1-800 717 1252 - he delivers and you get a live person - very nice guy and answers all your questions and dependable in shipping item to you. As for the motorized wheelchair your biggest cost will be shipping and handling if you buy out of australia - can cost you as much as $900 to $1200 for S/H if you cannot find a local in australia because of packaging and weight. You can get good prices and mobility with Jazzy 600 by Pride, you can buy used one for $1200 to $2400 brand new cost $3700up. My boss had an old Jazzy 1100 and this model is still good mobility - can find used one for as low as $400 - $600.
my aunt 's husband just died and she is batteling throat cancer and copd. Shes been in and out of the hospital and now having difficulty walking and going down steps to get in her house. she needs a ramp despartly however no money to build one.
Contact social services for the aged or elderly. Also check with the disability dept. they have funding for that sort of problem to help the disabled. Your a special young man good luck.
contact_vp: A bit worrying
If I remember right, awhile ago somebody needing abortion funding asked in VP, and the response was really good. Like this poster, she didn't outright intend to ask for help, it just sort of came up. I mean that was a bit more "big", but I think if a VP'er wants to help outside of the site (and the OP is sincere, which we've no reason to doubt), that's the choice and responsibility of both parties. :)
( Reply to this )
News
AIDS Walk L.A. turns 25, and he's been there every stepLos Angeles Times - Oct 19, 2009
AIDS Walk L.A. turns 25, and he's been there every stepHe remembers taking his nephew, who was then in the late stages of AIDS, to the AIDS Walk in a wheelchair. He and his sister took turns pushing. and more »
UM Maneater - Oct 20, 2009
Mayor Darwin Hindman listens to staff objections about a proposed amendment to a bike, pedestrian and wheelchair road safety ordinanceCeylon Daily News - Oct 20, 2009
A recipient of a wheelchair with (from left) President, Lions Club of Nuwara Eliya. Lion G. Wijeyasegaran, Assistant Governor, Rtn. V. Athimoolan, and more »
Minneapolis Star Tribune - Oct 20, 2009
The debate surrounding health care reform, as well as changes at the Food and Drug Administration, have already affected venture funding to these fledgling and more »Clayton Pioneer - Oct 20, 2009
The Fun Run and Walk included dogs, strollers, parents and grandparents and a wheelchair contingent from Stonebrook Healthcare Center escorted by Concord and more »
Atlanta Journal Constitution - Oct 19, 2009
You ignore the man in the wheelchair who recites Bible verses to himself. Finally, you reach the Five Points station, your destination or your transfer and more »News Virginian - Oct 19, 2009
Tentative plans would include ramps, a swing that can carry a wheelchair and fitness stations. Basketball and volleyball courts could be added if funding