Friday, March 29, 2013

How to Buy Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

How to Buy Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles

This quick step-by-step guide can help you purchase a new or used conversion van/vehicle along with how to make modifications to your current vehicle. 
   
First: Locate a Mobility Equipment Dealer
(For Example: Automotive Innovations)
Finding a Mobility Equipment Dealer should be the first stop in the buying process. They're here to help assist and evaluate your personal mobility needs based on your specific situation, including how your needs may change over time. They are able to advise you as well as install and service the mobility equipment you select. Unlike a regular automotive dealer, Mobility dealers emphasize on mobility equipment and handicap vehicles – matching the right solution with the right person. They should also be able to advise you about any funding assistance that may be available to you.
   
Second: Consult a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist
Depending on the driving scenario you may need to see a Certified Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (CDRS) for evaluation. Your consultation will result in a prescription that lists the precise equipment you will need. This limits confusion and ultimately can save you time and money.
   
Third: Make Your Final Selection and Purchase
After your initial consultation, you may decide to purchase your wheelchair vehicle directly from a NMEDA Dealer (Such as Automotive Innovations). If you decide to purchase a new or used vehicle from an automotive dealer and have it adapted with an equipment installation, you’ll have the recommended vehicle guidelines determined between you and the NMEDA Dealer to help guide your purchase decision. The NMEDA dealer should also help you with any funding applications that may be required before the final purchase is made.
   
Forth: Training on Your New Mobility Equipment
After your mobility equipment purchase, you’ll need to learn how to use it. If the equipment is used for driving, it may require several training sessions with your CDRS.
   
Fifth: Mobility Reimbursements
The step-by-step process may differ from company to company, so it’s best to visit the website for your particular vehicle manufacturer and download the correct forms. But when the forms are available, submit your Mobility Assistance Reimbursement Application to the appropriate vehicle manufacturer.

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Our goal for the past 25+ years here at Automotive Innovations Bridgewater, MA, Massachusetts, is to provide our customers with access to the best sales, service and repair for all the leading wheelchair accessible mobility vehicles, hand controls and devices that can offer you greater freedom and independence. We are your New England adaptive mobility equipment dealer and offer a full line of VMI wheelchair accessible vans, or Vantage Mobility International products, and we have a team of Certified Mobility Consultants who are always ready to help you learn about the benefits and features of full sized handicap vans, new and used wheelchair vehicles, Ricon lifts, adaptive mobility equipment, and more.
Automotive Innovations  
1000 Main St  Bridgewater, MA   
508-697-6006

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