http://www.handicapequipment.org Buyers Guide Sun, 20 Jul 2008 20:02:38 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en Accessories that will make your handicap scooter more pleasant to use Basket Rear basket Seat bag Drink holder Basket liner and cover Storage cover Control panel cover Seat cover Leg cape Rain cape Scooter canopy Foldable PVC garage Roll up ramp Telescopic ramp Threshold ramp Reflective sticker strips Reflective waistcoat Arm rest pouch Long life battery Puncture sealant Oxygen bottle holder Walking frame holder Walking stick holder Crutch / cane holder Personalized registration plate http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-scooter-accessories/ How much do you plan on investing in your walk in tub? Will the walk in tub you are looking offer easy accessibility for someone with your needs? Could it be easily installed in your bathroom without any expensive reconstruction? Is the dealer located near you so you can try the model before ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/walk-in-tubs/ http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-parking-signs/ Do you want a handicap shower chair in aluminum or PVC plastic? Does your shower have enough space for the chair? Will you need one of the models with height adjustable seats? Do you need leg support, adjustable footrests or flip-up arms? How about sturdy armrests for pushing yourself up from the seat? What is ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-shower-chairs/ Does it specifically offer handicap accessible playground equipment? Does the playground offer activities for wheelchair bound kids? Does it offer activities that are safe for those who are visually impaired or blind? Is it easy to access for parents with disabilities so they can play with their children? Can it offer a pathway of ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-playgrounds/ In USA To be eglible for a handicap parking permit in the USA a persons medical condition must meet the legal definition of a disability. To apply you will need to send in a application to the county tax offices. In Canada For someone to be eglible for a handicap parking permit their condition ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-parking-permit/ How much can you afford to spend on a handicap accessible van? Do you want to buy a new or a used vehicle? If you wont use it very often or only have a temporarily disability, have you thought about renting the van instead? Do you already own a van that you want ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-accessible-vans/ Do you need a electric handicap scooter or a electric wheelchair? Does it need to be light and portable? Should it have big thick wheels and a suspension for easy driving on rough surfaces? Can you take it for a test drive before deciding to purchase? What does the warranty cover? How much maintenance will ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/handicap-scooters/ Do you need a manual wheelchair or a electric model? Can you try it before deciding if the model suits your personal needs? Is there any advantages over choosing a new vs a used manual wheelchair and what is the difference in price? What seat height, width and depth do you need for ... http://www.handicapequipment.org/manual-wheelchairs/ What type of handicap wheelchair lift do you need, electric, battery powered, hydraulic, vertical, residential, stair-lift, van-lift etc.? How much will it cost and what kind of warranty will the dealer offer you? If you buy a used one, will it still have a warranty from the manufacturer? http://www.handicapequipment.org/wheelchair-lifts/