Ok. You have your wheelchair, you love it, you are highly mobile, but now you want to go to your friend’s place 10 miles away across the highway. Well, you could probably make it there on one battery charge, but there is a faster and safer way to do it – get a car. Being in a wheelchair does not mean you can’t drive, it just means you need the right vehicle.
Mobility Converted Vehicle
Most mobility converted vehicles are vans. Mini or full size vans can support a wheelchair ramp or lift, have the interior capacity for you, your wheelchair and your friends, and are economical. Like regular vehicles they have a large number of options. These are not just color, leather seats and upgraded rims type options, but options that allow you as a wheelchair bound person to access and safely maneuver your vehicle. Getting a handle on what options you need and how to find the right converted mobility vehicle for you is the topic of the WheelchairForMe.com article How to Select a Wheelchair Vehicle and it should help you through your buying process.
Once you have decided that you need a vehicle and have figured out the features you need you will need to pay for it. Buying a car in general is not cheap, but when you add in the cost of converting a vehicle to wheelchair use (sometimes up to $17,000!), it can be daunting – especially in these poor economic times. However, there are a lot of programs available to you that can help you out. Here are a few ideas:
- Work with the Car Manufacturers – Most major car manufacturers offer cash reimbursement programs for converting their vehicles to wheelchair use. WheelchairForMe.com has one article about how to save money that discusses the merits of the largest ones. Talk to your local dealer and explain your situation and they will point you to the right department.
- Local or State Governments – There are a number of programs sponsored by government entities to help wheelchair bound individuals with financing a wheelchair converted vehicle. Try doing a google search with “your state wheelchair vehicle financing” or other related queries.
- Local Service Organizations – Most communities have local organizations like the Rotary Club or Kiwanis that may help disabled individuals with their purchase.
- Veteran’s Benefits – If you are a veteran there are federal programs that help you with your purchase.
- Workers Compensation – If you were injured on the job then you may be eligible for financial assistance.
- Tax Credits – Many states offer tax credits on the purchase of mobility devices and wheelchair adapted vehicles.
After you have exhausted the above list of funding opportunities you should talk to local conversion shops. Find a nearby wheelchair vehicle conversion company and explain what type of vehicle you are looking for and as if they have any ideas or contacts that could help with financing. Often times conversion companies will partner with local or international groups that help with funding. They are also up to date on all government policies, programs and practices that could help you out.
Don’t give up! If there is a will, there is a way to finance your wheelchair conversion vehicle.
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