WHEELCHAIR VAN NEEDED

[MOE]

I'M LOOKING FOR A WHEELCHAIR ACESSIBLE VAN OR A VAN TO CONVERT. MY HUSBAND IS ON PENSION DISABILITY AND I'M ON SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY. WE HAVE INSURANCE TO HELP WITH VAN CONVERSION BUT CAN'T AFFORD A VAN PAYMENT. A FREE OR REALLY LOW COST VAN WOULD HELP. THANKS   

[davidj]

I actually have seen van for PWD offered in the news papers, by private owners. If you know
anything about van cost, you will see a van by private owners a lot cheaper. I wonder if
various newspapers information on the internate will locate one for you.
Good luck.

[mish]

I'M LOOKING FOR A WHEELCHAIR ACESSIBLE VAN OR A VAN TO CONVERT. MY HUSBAND IS ON PENSION DISABILITY AND I'M ON SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY. WE HAVE INSURANCE TO HELP WITH VAN CONVERSION BUT CAN'T AFFORD A VAN PAYMENT. A FREE OR REALLY LOW COST VAN WOULD HELP. THANKS   

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upational/Physical therapists with expertise as licensed driving instructors. This might be something to look for as well.

Funding
When asked about funding Pedersen said, "For funding sources states have the Department of Vocational Rehabilitation, or Department of Rehabilitation Services, or workforce centers. They will typically assist in evaluation, training, and cost of adaptive equipment costs. Also county social service or human services programs will often-times assist depending on county and state. There are grants available that are typically state administrated varying widely by state. A majority of funding is workforce related to assist the consumer in being able to become employed. A good resource for the consumer to find funding is through state agencies, and advocacy associations (Alzheimer association, MS Society, Traumatic Brain Injury assn, Muscular Dystrophy assn, etc.)"
# Many, if not all of the car manufacturers have programs which offer financial assistance towards the cost of installation of adaptive equipment on new car purchases. Click to see the program for: Toyota, General Motors, Chrysler, Ford. We have not listed every manufacturer's program, but nearly all of them have similar programs. If your manufacturer is not listed here, ask them.
# There may be local service organizations (such as the Lions, Elks, Kiwanis, Knights of Columbus or Rotary Club) that would help fund a vehicle or vehicle modification.
# If you have been injured on the job, workers compensation may pay for vehicle adaptation.
# Veteran’s benefits often cover vehicle modifications.
# Liability insurance usually covers vehicle adaptations if you have been disabled in an accident.
# Some state vocational programs may pay for vehicle modification for work related purposes. Click to find the Vocational Rehabilitation agency in your state.
# Some local governments may be able to help. Just a few examples are: Atlanta, Georgia, Quebec.
# Many states offer loans for assistive technology. Click here for a list of State Loan Programs.
# Some people may be eligible for tax credits for modifications. In many states a doctor's prescription will exempt your purchase from sales tax. If buying a wheelchair van out of state, check the rules in the state where the wheelchair van is located as state tax can effect your price.
# Ask at your local Center for Independent Living to see if they know of a funding source. Click here to find addresses of Centers for Independent Living.

I HOPE THIS HELPS YOU
MISH