Well, medicare apparently pays for power chairs, assists in the rental of vehicles that offer assistance to the handicapped or disabled, however nothing in my research says that they actually cover the costs of making adaptions to a vehicle. I know that they tend to help people find transportation within communities, assign caregivers, but again, I cannot find anything on wether or not they cover the costs of having a vehicle adapted like that. You may wish to speak with a representative of medicare though, it is entirely possible that they do, and if so, it is likely limited as to what they offer to cover, but still. Again, you may wish to speak with a Medicare representative.
One can find information about vans for handicapped on websites such as Wikipedia, Braunability or Ams Vans. Information are also available on WheelChair Vans and N-Media.
You can get vans for handicapped on rentals in Flagstaff, Arizona from any of the following sites or stores: www.flagstaffvanrental.com/ ; www.rentcharlie.com (URL:http://www.rentcharlie.com/rental/123608/Wheelchair_Accessible_Passenger_Van__Flagstaff_AZ); you can choose vans with wheelchair, powerchair or scooter at these sites
In general Chevy brand vans are not the best for converting to passenger vans. However, the Chevy Express Passenger Van LS1500, LS2500, and LS3500 are all good vans for converting to handicapped models.
Vans with the ability to support a handicapped person can be purchased from handicap stores, where one can either buy or rent a van to his specifications.
Yes! They make special lifts that can be installed in cars, vans, and buses for people who are handicapped and cannot get out of a vehicle on their own.
Any automobile can be modified to allow handicapped individuals to operate the vehicle. It is relatively simple to modify the controls to work for handicapped individuals, and ramps can be used to get into the automobile as well.
Try Handicapped vans for sale‎ at 2345 N. Grand Ave, Los angeles, CA‎ - (818) 709-7000‎ There is also a company called Aero Mobility.
MobilityWorks offers a range of products to assist the handicapped in driving. Their 2013 catalog lists mini vans, full size vans, wheelchair lifts, scooter lifts, docking and tie down systems, and more.
Handicapped individuals or families who need a wheelchair van know how expensive these necessary vehicles are. Not everyone can afford a wheelchair van though. There are free auto loans available to people facing financial hardship. Advocate lenders who understand how hard it is to earn money while being handicapped - or caring for a handicapped individual - can be. Companies such as Wheelchairs For All offer a 0% interest rate for handicap-accessible vans. Families who are not in dire financial situations will receive a low interest rate. There are a few other companies from one state to the next offering similar loan terms.
http://www.mobilityvansales.com/ :- would have dontees of handicapped van AMS Vans has a large section of handicap van grants,loan opportunities, and an online mobility classifieds section if you want to check that out. http://www.amsvans.com/Financing_Your_Handicap_Van.article
A new handicapped minivan costs approximately $60,000. However, drivers can save a lot of money if they purchase a used vehicles. Currently, some used handicapped vans are selling in the range of $30,000. The cost of a handicap van will depend on many factors, mostly the options. On average you can expect to pay about 60000 brand new.
There are many companies out there that specialize in vans for the handicapped. Two are Rollxvans and Wheelchairgetaways. You can buy them new or used, and you can also have one customized for your needs if you are willing to spend the money.