Guest guest Posted December 9, 2010 Report Share Posted December 9, 2010 Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 9, 2010 Report Share Posted December 9, 2010 I'm not a part of Dept. of Rehab graduted a while back. > > > Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2010 Report Share Posted December 10, 2010 Same here except I am in Texas. Lori I am Bippy on Twitter. ________________________________ From: " tshindle@... " <tshindle@...> Sent: Fri, December 10, 2010 7:37:20 AM Subject: Re: Van Here in PA, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation will pay for the modifications but you have to provide the van. I have worked with them on and off since 1990 and I've never had a problem getting what I needed, although a couple times I had to wait for more funding to become available. I've never had a problem re-opening my case with them when something new comes up. Van Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2010 Report Share Posted December 10, 2010 In NJ, the Catastrophic Children's Fund for those under 21. From: Lori G <lorig713@...> Subject: Re: Van Date: Friday, December 10, 2010, 8:46 AM Â Same here except I am in Texas. Lori I am Bippy on Twitter. ________________________________ From: " tshindle@... " <tshindle@...> Sent: Fri, December 10, 2010 7:37:20 AM Subject: Re: Van Here in PA, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation will pay for the modifications but you have to provide the van. I have worked with them on and off since 1990 and I've never had a problem getting what I needed, although a couple times I had to wait for more funding to become available. I've never had a problem re-opening my case with them when something new comes up. Van Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2010 Report Share Posted December 10, 2010 I'm going through the process right now with them and wanting them to cover modifications. Tshindle(sorry don't know your name), could you give me any advice or anything on how you went about it or what you said within your case to get it approved? Greatly appreciated! Preet On Dec 10, 2010, at 5:37 AM, tshindle@... wrote: > > > Here in PA, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation will pay for the modifications but you have to provide the van. I have worked with them on and off since 1990 and I've never had a problem getting what I needed, although a couple times I had to wait for more funding to become available. I've never had a problem re-opening my case with them when something new comes up. > > Van > > > > Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2010 Report Share Posted December 10, 2010 Sorry, Preet, I haven't tried to get a van yet. I think it was because I had an excellent case worker that I found it to be so easy. I had statements from her, an occupational therapist (also provided by the Office of Vocational Rehab) and my specialist at the MDA clinic that I needed these things and so far, I have never been denied. Tom Van > > > > Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 10, 2010 Report Share Posted December 10, 2010 I'm actually just getting the adaptive equipment for the van provided by them but thanks for those ideas! Preet On Dec 10, 2010, at 1:06 PM, tshindle@... wrote: > > > Sorry, Preet, I haven't tried to get a van yet. I think it was because I had an excellent case worker that I found it to be so easy. I had statements from her, an occupational therapist (also provided by the Office of Vocational Rehab) and my specialist at the MDA clinic that I needed these things and so far, I have never been denied. > > Tom > > Van > > > > > > > > Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 11, 2010 Report Share Posted December 11, 2010 That scenario is the same in Florida regarding purchasing the chassis and VR purchasing the " conversion " and the " driving system " . The " conversion " is the lowered floor, automatic ramp & door, and automatic kneel. My husband is on his fourth vehicle and the most recent experience was the worst because of different changes in income requirements. It also took about 12 months which is much longer than it had for the others. We have had a Braun conversion for the last 3 vehicles and they've been fine. This one will be equipped with joy stick driving because even the small wheel he had used in the past is getting too difficult. (Ralph Braun has SMA 3 like my husband). Even though his case gets " closed " after each purchase (because he successfully is able to continue to work) each time the van starts dying (around the 8 year mark) he has to reopen the case. Also, even though he doesn't qualify, in Florida, the Medicaid Waiver will pay for some components of an accessible vehicle (like the power ramp and the power door, etc.). That is particularly helpful for parents of children with disabilities. Good Luck, & Joe Re: Van Here in PA, the Office of Vocational Rehabilitation will pay for the modifications but you have to provide the van. I have worked with them on and off since 1990 and I've never had a problem getting what I needed, although a couple times I had to wait for more funding to become available. I've never had a problem re-opening my case with them when something new comes up. Van Hi everyone, Does anyone know of any programs to help purchase a van? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2011 Report Share Posted July 7, 2011 I'm pretty comfortable in my Chrysler Town & Country minivan with a VMI conversion. > > I have SMA 2 and I'm 57. I am in need of a new van, have had a GMC Rally full sized van but it has 105,000 miles. It has a braun lift, but am thinking about a mini or conversion van with a ramp. My main concern is comfort because bumpy rides aren't good. Any suggestions? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 7, 2011 Report Share Posted July 7, 2011 Love my Toyota Sienna.  Lori ________________________________ From: utahwheels <dunebuggy53@...> Sent: Thursday, July 7, 2011 1:04 PM Subject: van  I have SMA 2 and I'm 57. I am in need of a new van, have had a GMC Rally full sized van but it has 105,000 miles. It has a braun lift, but am thinking about a mini or conversion van with a ramp. My main concern is comfort because bumpy rides aren't good. Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 I also have a Toyota Sienna w/ an IMS rampvan. It's great--I think minivans are less bumpy because you are not as high off the ground. We used to have a big Chevy van w/ a Braun lift too and the minivan was a huge improvement in the quality of the ride. > > Love my Toyota Sienna. > > Â > Lori > > > > > > ________________________________ > From: utahwheels <dunebuggy53@...> > > Sent: Thursday, July 7, 2011 1:04 PM > Subject: van > > > Â > I have SMA 2 and I'm 57. I am in need of a new van, have had a GMC Rally full sized van but it has 105,000 miles. It has a braun lift, but am thinking about a mini or conversion van with a ramp. My main concern is comfort because bumpy rides aren't good. Any suggestions? > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Currently I have a Dodge Caravan with the Braun conversion which is much better than the two previous vehicles that I had. Those were both IMS conversions of the Plymouth Voyager. I find that the Braun package is much more durable. Another interesting factor about Braun is that it was founded by a person with SMA. In terms of which vehicle will work for you, it depends on where you are driving. With the minivans, sometimes I find that there is not enough room underneath and the vehicle actually bottoms out. One would think that in New York City this wouldn't happen, but between instruction and the omnipresent potholes, the cars take an absolute beating! Also, about once per year, I go up to Cape Cod to my father's cottage. The driveway is about 1/8 of a mile of unpaved surface. I definitely wish there was more space under the car. T.K. Small > > I have SMA 2 and I'm 57. I am in need of a new van, have had a GMC Rally full sized van but it has 105,000 miles. It has a braun lift, but am thinking about a mini or conversion van with a ramp. My main concern is comfort because bumpy rides aren't good. Any suggestions? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 My last van wag a Dodge Caravan. It bottomed out a lot and once we even needed a new gas tank because something hit it underneath the van. We do not have that problem with the Sienna. That's why we chose it.  Lori ________________________________ From: teek11201 <thomas.small@...> Sent: Friday, July 8, 2011 1:43 PM Subject: Re: van  Currently I have a Dodge Caravan with the Braun conversion which is much better than the two previous vehicles that I had. Those were both IMS conversions of the Plymouth Voyager. I find that the Braun package is much more durable. Another interesting factor about Braun is that it was founded by a person with SMA. In terms of which vehicle will work for you, it depends on where you are driving. With the minivans, sometimes I find that there is not enough room underneath and the vehicle actually bottoms out. One would think that in New York City this wouldn't happen, but between instruction and the omnipresent potholes, the cars take an absolute beating! Also, about once per year, I go up to Cape Cod to my father's cottage. The driveway is about 1/8 of a mile of unpaved surface. I definitely wish there was more space under the car. T.K. Small > > I have SMA 2 and I'm 57. I am in need of a new van, have had a GMC Rally full sized van but it has 105,000 miles. It has a braun lift, but am thinking about a mini or conversion van with a ramp. My main concern is comfort because bumpy rides aren't good. Any suggestions? > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 I am definitely interested in the Sienna for my next vehicle. When I bought my last car, the Sienna conversion had not been on the market that long and there were no used one's available. In Brooklyn it doesn't make any sense to buy a brand-new vehicle. Even with my special handicap parking permit, parking on the street automatically means that your car takes a beating. Also, I use the EZ lock tiedown system. A special bracket is attached under my chair with a pin that is locked into a bracket on the floor. It really works great! T.K. Small > > My last van wag a Dodge Caravan. It bottomed out a lot and once we even needed a new gas tank because something hit it underneath the van. We do not have that problem with the Sienna. That's why we chose it. > >  > Lori > > > > > > ________________________________ > From: teek11201 <thomas.small@...> > > Sent: Friday, July 8, 2011 1:43 PM > Subject: Re: van > > >  > Currently I have a Dodge Caravan with the Braun conversion which is much better than the two previous vehicles that I had. Those were both IMS conversions of the Plymouth Voyager. I find that the Braun package is much more durable. Another interesting factor about Braun is that it was founded by a person with SMA. > > In terms of which vehicle will work for you, it depends on where you are driving. With the minivans, sometimes I find that there is not enough room underneath and the vehicle actually bottoms out. One would think that in New York City this wouldn't happen, but between instruction and the omnipresent potholes, the cars take an absolute beating! Also, about once per year, I go up to Cape Cod to my father's cottage. The driveway is about 1/8 of a mile of unpaved surface. I definitely wish there was more space under the car. > > T.K. Small > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Oh yes, the EZ Lock is fabulous.  Lori ________________________________ From: teek11201 <thomas.small@...> Sent: Friday, July 8, 2011 3:30 PM Subject: Re: van  I am definitely interested in the Sienna for my next vehicle. When I bought my last car, the Sienna conversion had not been on the market that long and there were no used one's available. In Brooklyn it doesn't make any sense to buy a brand-new vehicle. Even with my special handicap parking permit, parking on the street automatically means that your car takes a beating. Also, I use the EZ lock tiedown system. A special bracket is attached under my chair with a pin that is locked into a bracket on the floor. It really works great! T.K. Small > > My last van wag a Dodge Caravan. It bottomed out a lot and once we even needed a new gas tank because something hit it underneath the van. We do not have that problem with the Sienna. That's why we chose it. > >  > Lori > > > > > > ________________________________ > From: teek11201 <thomas.small@...> > > Sent: Friday, July 8, 2011 1:43 PM > Subject: Re: van > > >  > Currently I have a Dodge Caravan with the Braun conversion which is much better than the two previous vehicles that I had. Those were both IMS conversions of the Plymouth Voyager. I find that the Braun package is much more durable. Another interesting factor about Braun is that it was founded by a person with SMA. > > In terms of which vehicle will work for you, it depends on where you are driving. With the minivans, sometimes I find that there is not enough room underneath and the vehicle actually bottoms out. One would think that in New York City this wouldn't happen, but between instruction and the omnipresent potholes, the cars take an absolute beating! Also, about once per year, I go up to Cape Cod to my father's cottage. The driveway is about 1/8 of a mile of unpaved surface. I definitely wish there was more space under the car. > > T.K. Small > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Is the Siena big enough for your wheelchair? M. Rudolph Louisville, Kentucky 40214 E-mail: <mailto:turbokev@...> turbokev@... Web sites: <http://www.turbokev.com> http://www.turbokev.com <http://www.facebook.com/turbokev> http://www.facebook.com/turbokev <http://www.myspace.com/kyprincecharming> http://www.myspace.com/kyprincecharming <http://www.twitter.com/turbokev> http://www.twitter.com/turbokev Instant Messengers: AIM: kyprincecharming ICQ: 28414413 Windows Live: <mailto:turbokmr@...> turbokmr@... : turbokev Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted July 8, 2011 Report Share Posted July 8, 2011 Yes, the Sienna, Caravan, and Town & Country minivans are all big enough for most wheelchairs. My very tall 6'4 " friend did not fit in my van. Most vans also have the option of sitting where the removeable passenger seat is or behind the 2 front seats. I have transported 2 people in chairs. > > Is the Siena big enough for your wheelchair? > > > > > > > > > > M. Rudolph > Louisville, Kentucky 40214 > > E-mail: <mailto:turbokev@...> turbokev@... > Web sites: <http://www.turbokev.com> http://www.turbokev.com > > <http://www.facebook.com/turbokev> > http://www.facebook.com/turbokev > > <http://www.myspace.com/kyprincecharming> > http://www.myspace.com/kyprincecharming > > <http://www.twitter.com/turbokev> > http://www.twitter.com/turbokev > Instant Messengers: > AIM: kyprincecharming ICQ: 28414413 Windows Live: > <mailto:turbokmr@...> turbokmr@... : turbokev > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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