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5 Important Things To Know Before Buying a Wheelchair Van

If you are planning on buying a wheelchair van for the first time, make sure to check out these 5 important things to know beforehand.

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5 Important Things To Know Before Buying a Wheelchair Van

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  1. 5 Important Things To Know Before Buying a Wheelchair Van

  2. SUMMARY Prior to starting the process of finding the right wheelchair vans, it’s important for you to focus on the considerations of your present situation so that you make an informed decision. It’s important for you to determine your changing needs and then you will be able to decide on which mobility options fit your preferences, lifestyle and budget. If you are planning on buying a wheelchair van for the first time, make sure to check out these 5 important things to know beforehand.

  3. IMPORTANT DIMENSIONS: • The height & weight of a wheelchair user & wheelchair will help to find out the ability to enter, exit & plan within several wheelchair vans. These dimensions will help determine what seating positions are available to the wheelchair user. Some of the important key dimensions are: • Width of the wheelchair at its widest point. • Length of the passenger while being seated in the wheelchair. • Combined weight of the wheelchair and passenger. • Height which is measured from the floor to the person’s head while being seated in the wheelchair.

  4. FEATURES YOU WANT IN VEHICLE: • There are many features on wheelchair vans nowadays, make sure to know which features are the most important for you. • Some of the features you can find are navigation aid, sunroof, removable seats, DVD player, rear air satellite radio, power sliding driver, backup camera and many more.

  5. WILL THE WHEELCHAIR USER BE A DRIVER OR A CAREGIVER? • All wheelchair vans are designed to handle a wheelchair passenger, not all of them work with an adaptive driver. • Wheelchair drivers need to know if they prefer driving from their wheelchair or if they would like to be transferred into the driver’s seat. • If you are interested in becoming an adaptive driver, start first by working with a Professional Driver Rehabilitation Specialist.

  6. WHO IS REQUIRED TO BE TRANSPORTED AND WHERE IT WILL BE PARKED? • How many people will need to be transported in the wheelchair van is something to be aware of. • In addition to this, knowing where the vehicle be parked is also of utmost importance. This helps to determine what kind of entry ramp to use.

  7. DECIDE WHAT YOU WANT AND NEED? • Purchasing a handicap-accessible van is no doubt a long term solution and so it’s important to plan for the future before making the final decision. • Make sure the van you purchase will be able to still work for you as your life changes. We hope these tips make the process of looking for a new van as enjoyable and productive as possible.

  8. Get A Lift Express 505 N.W. Blue Parkway Lee’s Summit, MO 64063 816-600-5151 http://www.getaliftexpress.com/ getaliftexpress@gmail.com THANK YOU FOR YOUR VALUABLE TIME!

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