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What are some really great, wheelchair-accessible travel destinations?

January 25th, 2011

Please let me know of places you know that are wheelchair accessible and great to visit for vacation anywhere in the world. Thanks!

How do I go about shopping for an electric wheelchair on a budget?

January 16th, 2011

I need to get my hands on an electric wheelchair or powerchair by next Thursday. I have a budget of around £500 but can’t find any locally.

Do you know who might be able to help? The Red Cross? Salvation Army?

UK only please.

What are the different types of automated ( motor driven) wheelchair?

January 2nd, 2011

We are working on a project on automated wheelchair for the handicapped persons. I have come to know that there are many variants of automated wheelchair like sports (for sportsmen in athletics), children etc. I just want to know how many variants are there, and what modification each variant possesses.

Where can I find a man in a wheelchair figurine for a Christmas village?

December 30th, 2010

I am looking for a small figurine for a Christmas village, A man sitting in a wheelchair. My boss has been looking for one and I think it would be a good gift for Christmas, but have no idea where to find one. Any help?

What is the best hotel in NYC for wheelchair accessibility?

November 24th, 2010

I am going to be travelling to NYC for the first time next summer. I would like to stay near Brooklyn, if possible. I am in a wheelchair so it is very important that I get a wheelchair accessible room. My budget is between 0-150 right now.

Are there wheelchair accessible toilets in Disney World?

November 13th, 2010

Im in a wheelchair and need a hoist and changing bed to go to the toilet. I’ve never been to florida before and was wondering if anybody could tell me if Disney had these facilities that I need.

How do wheelchair people get to work?

November 12th, 2010

Let’s say a wheelchair person is able to drive,but does not have a car. How would one travel to work and back? Is it comfortable to use Septa to get to work? I have not seen much wheelchair people doing this. I’m a wheelchair user myself and I need this info, because I will have to think of transportation that will get me to work and back home.

Any suggestions, perhaps a personal experience or maybe a wheelchair person that you know that travels to work would be much appreciated!
I know Septa has ramps and lifts for wheelshairs, but is it comfortable inside the bus when it’s all crowded?

Halloween Costumes for a person in a wheelchair?

November 10th, 2010

My mom is in a wheelchair and she wants to come trick or treating with us this year. It is my daughters first halloween.
Any ideas to what she could do?
My husband is going to be the grim reaper and my daughter is going to be a baby elephant.
IDK what to be either.
Any suggestions would be great. Thanks!

Do you believe some men confined to a wheelchair can have sex and create babies?

November 7th, 2010

Do you believe some men confined to a wheelchair can have sex and create babies? If so, is this ok?

Can a gunshot to the head leave someone wheelchair-bound for life?

November 7th, 2010

I’m writing a film where a person attempts to commit suicide by shooting them self in the head. The story requires them to be confined to a wheelchair for the rest of their life. They need to be conscious but unable to move or talk. Is this medically accurate? If so, what sort of care would this person need to continue living?

Has anyone been served by or seen a Mac Genius at an Apple Store who is a wheelchair user?

October 27th, 2010

I use a wheelchair. I have been working successfully as a Mac support technician at independent Mac dealers for a number of years. I am looking for a new position. I was curious as to whether any wheelchair user has worked as a Mac Genius, or any Apple Store customer has been served by or seen a Mac Genius who is a wheelchair user.

Can I take my wheelchair out in 0 degree weather?

October 25th, 2010

I want to go about a mile and the temp has reached 6 degree and still climbing. Is there a certain degree that wheelchair batteries should not be taken out in?

Where can i find a Paul Pierce Wheelchair jersey?

October 25th, 2010

We all know that phony Pierce miraculously recovered from a devastating injury but who could forget him being carted off in a wheelchair? Anyway, anyone know where I can get that jersey? If you haven’t seen what it looks like, just google Paul Pierce wheelchair jersey.
Hey Truth we can find that shirt, actually I saw your mom wearing it last night.

And to John, that’s my homegirl but she don’t got a sister.

Is it easy to get around Sturbridge Village in a wheelchair?

October 22nd, 2010

My son’s 4th grade class is taking a trip to Sturbridge Village in Massachusettes. My son will be recovering from surgery on his leg at the time of the trip. I’m wondering if anyone knows how easy it is to get around the place in a wheelchair. The website indicates that they rent out wheelchairs there, but I’m curious if anyone has actually done so. Thanks!

What medical conditions leave you in a wheelchair for life?

October 19th, 2010

What medical conditions can cause a teenage girl to be in a wheelchair for life but still look like her age and acts her age?
Also what treatment would she need with these conditions and what are the symptoms of these conditions.
I’m writing a novel and want the main character to have a interesting but kind of rare disease. I want her to still be able to talk and think like an 16-18 year old. I was thinking maybe muscular distrophy or something like that

What is the proper name for an automatic wheelchair?

October 18th, 2010

I’m doing a drawing for someone and in the picture he wants me to draw a fully paralyzed man in his wheelchair. The wheelchair is the type in which you only use your hands to move it electronically, as if your hand is controlling it using a joy stick. I don’t know if I’m explaining it well but I need a proper name for it because I’m trying to find some reference pictures but I can’t find any wheelchair pics that use only the hand to control the wheelchair rather than the whole arm such as turning the wheel manually.

Help please, he needs the sketch asap. Thank you!

What is the proper name for an automatic wheelchair?

October 17th, 2010

I’m doing a drawing for someone and in the picture he wants me to draw a fully paralyzed man in his wheelchair. The wheelchair is the type in which you only use your hands to move it electronically, as if your hand is controlling it using a joy stick. I don’t know if I’m explaining it well but I need a proper name for it because I’m trying to find some reference pictures but I can’t find any wheelchair pics that use only the hand to control the wheelchair rather than the whole arm such as turning the wheel manually.

Help please, he needs the sketch asap. Thank you!

Where can I get a wheelchair for a Halloween costume?

October 15th, 2010

OK, so I want to go as Dr Strangelove, which means I need an old-style unmotorised black leather wheelchair. But most of the wheelchair rental places I’ve found will only rent to people with actual disabilities. Is there anywhere that’ll rent me a wheelchair just for fun?

Is it legal to charge a wheelchair bound person to use an elevator at a public facility?

October 10th, 2010

A close family friend of mine is paralyzed from the waste down and has been confined to a wheelchair for years. Recently he attended a sporting event in Delaware, and was charged to use an elevator. Despite the fact that the elevator was physically the only way he could get to the handicapped seating, he was charged every time he used it. Is this legal?????

Can a congenital heart defect lead to someone being wheelchair bound?

October 8th, 2010

If not that, then what other heart problem would make you wheelchair bound?

What are the names of good wheelchair accessible desk makers?

October 7th, 2010

I’m researching accessible desk for the people in wheelchair for a report I need to hand over to my boss.

Where can I get an affordable wheelchair bike that your hands and legs power it together?

October 6th, 2010

I am seeking a bike for someone who has limited arm and leg power, and sitting stability.
It is for home family use so I only want a low cost item not a professional expensive bike that costs thousands of dollars.
Where can I get an affordable wheelchair bike that your hands and legs power it together?

Can you jump start a wheelchair battery?

October 5th, 2010

I have an Invacare Storm TDX3 electric wheelchair but the batteries are dead. I don’t want to pay 0+ for new ones, is there any chance to use a portable jump starter for cars to try and start them up?

Is it easy for wheelchair users to get around the French Quarters?

October 4th, 2010

I’ve been doing a little research about New Orleans French Quarter and I was wondering how easy is it for someone in a wheelchair to get around. Is there alot of hills? How about when the parades are on? Access into bars, clubs, restaurants, etc. Google and the Discovery Channel can only do so much before you need someones personal experience.

How does the degree of camber influence the performance of a manual wheelchair?

October 3rd, 2010

I am about to purchase a manual wheelchair for the first time . I am trying to decide how many degrees of camber to build into it The chair I’m planning to buy is a rigid frame ultralight model if that makes any difference>