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does anyone know of a company that makes wheelchair accessible recreational vehicles?
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i have a power chair i am able to walk inside the vehicle if i have walls to hang on to or bars in the roof to hold on to and are there rentals of recreational vehicles already adapted for wheelchair users i am just wanting to travel but cerebal palsey makes it difficult to use small spaces and not hurt myself in the process including the fact all the r.v. i have seen have a bathroom i cannot use nore do they have a shower i can use the bed is no big deal but getting clothes on me is going to be more harded in tight spaces if anyone has experience in this and know of a way to get an r.v. adapted i would be so thankfull thanks everyone


I understand your concerns. In general, the market for wheelchair accessible RV is small enough that most customize an existing RV instead by adding wheelchair lifts and modify existing hardware and entry and showers and such.

Here's a link to more links that may help.

http://www.myprimeyears.com/rv/r_disable drv.htm

2007-01-19 21:28:23 by filmman316

Wheelchair Accessible Honda Element SUV Conversion! Why drive a van?


For more info go to www.fminow.com Are you looking for a "cool" alternative to a wheelchair van? Look no further! The Freedom Motors USA ...

Can you take a motorized wheelchair onto a paved walking path in Houston even if motorized vehicles are banned?
A New Van for Merle Adams (10)

Can you take a motorized wheelchair onto a paved walking path in Houston even if motorized vehicles are banned?

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the americans with disability's act clearly states that jobs and Business cant discriminate handicapped people. they could have a huge law suit on their hands.

2009-09-19 16:32:14 by breadbox

ELECTRIC VEHICLES: This Wheelchair Climbs Stairs.: An article from: Battery & EV Technology

Price: $5.95 $5.95

Do you feel that wheelchair accessible vehicles should be cheaper?
A New Van for Merle Adams (9)



Yes.. Many disabled individuals are not getting assistance as to the kind the public believes they are. Social Security disability is based on many factors. I have received checks from , but have ended up twice to repay all that i received.. Yet, during this time received , my husband was unemployed. SS is figured on dollar for dollar of unemployment of spouse received, lessens the payment/ deducts your disability paid. It needs to be factored on that YOU can not work, and YOU are the one, not spouse deserving, and not HOUSEHOLD income earned.. Especially when it takes 2 to 4 incomes now days to just make the basics of life to live. Costs for housing and such are so high. When you don't have medical coverage, or can't afford and end up going into bankruptcy too, then government agencies tell you "we'll help, don't worry " and you have to have a bankruptcy to repay, or lose what little you already have left, there is major something wrong with the whole system.. Vehicles cost money. those that manufacture shouldn't lose out on , they too are in need of earning a life. But, it would be nice if the government would pass a deduction to them, that would be to the consumer.
Try living at home, and never being able to afford to go out anywhere.. thats not living.. In one change of one day, you could find yourself injured and disabled, and in the same situation.. think on...

2007-09-22 11:09:41 by JiuJitsu Kid

Self Transport Folding Wheelchair with Detachable Desk Armrests, Swing-away Detachable Elevating Leg Rests, Solid Castors and Large Rolling Rear Wheels.
Prestige International Trading

Price: $399.00 $149.93

PLEASE NOTE THIS ITEM CURRENTLY CAN ONLY BE SHIPPED TO A PHYSICAL STREET ADDRESS WITHIN THE 48 CONTIGUOUS US STATES VIA STANDARD SHIPPING, WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MIGHT CAUSE.
ELEVATING AND SWINGAWAY FOOTRESTS (DETACHABLE). DETACHABLE DESK ARMREST. 8" FRONT CASTERS AND ENLARGED 24" REAR WHEEL WITH SOFT-GRIP TIRES.
TOTAL WEIGHT IS 49 LBS (WITH FOOTREST ATTACHED). 300 LBS WEIGHT CAPACITY. LIFETIME FRAME WARRANTY? 1 YEAR ON ALL OTHER PARTS.

Does anyone know if you can get help buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle?
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I need to buy my stepson a vehicle in Oklahoma to drive and he's in a wheelchair. I'm wondering if the state of OK provides any grants or assistance in purchasing this type of vehicle?


Probably not, but some of the car makers do. Any local place that sells handicap accessible vans can help with this.

2008-05-08 02:10:20 by Kristy W

I need ideas for wheelchair ramp vehicles, other than mini-vans...?
A New Van for Merle Adams (17)

my son is 5 and has a steel frame pediatric wheelchair. he's light enough that I can maneuver him around, but I want a new vehicle that I can add a ramp to.. (im so tired of the mini-van ive been driving for 8 years)... any way a Mom and her kids can look cooL driving an SUV... AND it be functional enough to transport my son??


I have considered getting a Ford Edge it can be ramp equiped. The new Taurus X can also be ramp equiped. I have a Ford Focus and my son gets my scooter into the back of it with the assistance of a Braun lift.

Check out Ford Mobility Marketing
http://www.fordmobilitymotoring.com/prog ramfaq.mob

2008-01-29 10:05:25 by milliedawn


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    Wheelchair accessible vehicles make it possible for those, who have limited mobility to travel so that they can move around with more ease and comfort. There are many vehicles which have been upgraded to allow wheelchair users to easily use them. Most of the adjustments done are something like lowering the floor and adding a ramp or adding a power lift in order to lift the chair from ground to the level of the floor of the wheelchair accessible vehicles . These are installed either on the side or at the back of the vehicles.

    There are over 500 different wheelchair accessible vehicles , so you can always find one that suits your needs according to your individual requirements. Moreover, today these wheelchair accessible vehicles score highly on looks. One cannot tell from the exterior of the vehicles that improvements have been installed. A lot of them are so well designed that there is hardly any difference in finishing and conditions of the orignal vehicle.

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