Posts Tagged ‘accessible van’

Riley Still Needs A Handicap Lift Van

Last March, we told you about Riley, a 10 year old from Clinton, MI who needs a handicap accessible van for him and his family.

The good news is, they are working with MobilityWorks to find the right accessible van conversion with a handicap lift.  They’ve even been able to collect over $13,000, thanks in part to their blog and the awareness raised on the internet.  They are closing in on the right accessible handicap van, and time is running out to donate.  Go to Riley’s website for more information and to make a donation.

Handicap Driving Aids

Trying to find a handicap driving aid for your car, truck, SUV, or minivan?  AbilityTrend.com has some interesting information regarding the different types of handicap driving aids available for disabled people who want the freedom of driving.  Many of these unique wheelchair driver devices can work in un-modified vehicles, but when paired with a wheelchair van conversion (Wheelchair Accessible Van), a fully accessible, fully drivable wheelchair vehicle is created.

AbilityTrend.com details the different types of handicap driving aids for sale like steering controls, mechanical hand controls, electric controls, reduced effort steering, and left foot accelerators.  A greater level of driving handicap aids is achieved with electric aids, but they require a more in-depth evaluation and training by a professional.  To learn more about which driving aid for handicap use will work best for your situation and budget, consult with a local mobility dealership in your area.  A local mobility dealer will also be able to aid you with questions on prices and availability, as well as installation.

Aging Out Of Special Ed

Raising a child with a disability can be challenging.  Recently we talked about one family dealing with the additional expense of a wheelchair accessible van conversion.  There are extra doctor visits, physical therapists, medications, and equipment that families with disabled children have to work with.  One area that helps is special education provided through schools.

But what happens when a child gets too old for special ed?  Many families struggle with this question on a day to day basis.  Cerebral Palsy of Westchester is doing something about this with a plan for a 7,000 square foot accessible facility in Norwalk that will help 15 families of disabled young adults.  So far, 10 families have signed up, but more are needed.  Get in touch with CPW for more information.

Reilly Needs A Wheelchair Lift Van

10 year old Reilly of Clinton, MI needs a wheelchair accessible van.  Like all 10 year olds, he is growing and is getting too big to lift into and out of the family vehicle.  Not only that, but Reilly uses a power wheelchair, which is too heavy to lift into and out of a vehicle.  Problem is, with the economy struggling, both parents are out of work and can’t afford the expensive wheelchair van conversion.  However, their community has responded.  So far they have raised about 5800, which is almost 10% of their goal for a new wheelchair van.  Visit Reilly’s blog, and consider making a donation.