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Top Ways to Prevent Handicap Van Theft
Safety Tips
This time of year, your handicap van may not be much of a handicap to criminals, but a tempting target. Like Santa’s sleigh, it will be full of gifts. And if crooks see them, they and your van may “disappear” in the twinkle of an eye.
Here…
Rent a Wheelchair Van When…
Wheelchair Accessible
With a lot of struggle, you can get a folding wheelchair and a person with mobility challenges into the family sedan, but a wheelchair van with a lift or ramp and a variety of other mobility equipment is much easier and safer. You may…
Benefits of Buying an Accessible Vehicle from a NMEDA QAP Member
Wheelchair Accessible
Buying a wheelchair accessible vehicle isn’t like buying a car off the lot. Cars on the lot—even accessible ones—probably don’t have the exact equipment your disabilities call for; the dealership usually doesn’t have a salesman…
Portable Wheelchair Ramps Useful in a Variety of Situations
Mobility EquipmentFor those with disabilities, many conversion vans and minivans offer either a ramp or lift to get the wheelchair into and out of a vehicle. The lift has its share of fans as they are automated, but the ramp is also popular due to its versatility…
5 Most Important Steps in Choosing an Accessible Vehicle
Wheelchair Accessible
If you are a person with disabilities and don’t yet have an accessible vehicle, it’s difficult to know where to start. You’ve worked with your doctor and therapist, maybe even a certified driver rehabilitation specialist (CDRS), but they…
Types of Wheelchair Securement Systems: Safety Necessities
Wheelchair AccessibleSecuring a person with disabilities and their wheelchair inside a van is no fun, especially if you do it several times a day, but it can be a lifesaver in the event of an accident or sudden stop. “Wheelchair tie-downs,” “docking systems”…
Don’t Give Up on Getting an Accessible Vehicle
Wheelchair Accessible
They can be pricey, but don’t give up on getting that accessible vehicle you need. Pre-owned vans are a very affordable option. If it is not already converted, most of them can be retrofitted with the adaptive equipment you need.
Many…
Buyer Beware: Tips on Purchasing Used Products
Safety Tips
Buying used wheelchair parts or van parts may seem like a no-brainer. Just browse eBay or Craigslist. But if the part collapses or fails, you may end up as damaged as the vehicle.
The National Center on Accessibility (www.ncaonline.org)…
Tips on Buying Your First Accessible Van
Wheelchair Accessible
You’ve been admiring a van at the local auto dealership and decide it is time to buy your first accessible vehicle. The salesman has a great spiel and suggests that it can be converted to an accessible vehicle nearby. But wait:
Does he…
How to Determine the Best Accessible Vehicle Dealer
Mobility EquipmentWhen you are in the market for a accessible vehicle, the dealership you choose can make the transaction a dream – or a nightmare.
A qualified dealer – one who is experienced in dealing with those with disabilities - can guide you toward…