Things To Invest In To Make Living With A Disability A Little Easier
Whether this is a disability that you have always lived with or one that you are just getting used to, you will want to make sure that you are doing everything you can in order to make daily living activities a little easier for yourself.
Handicap Van
You can purchase a handicap van or have your current vehicle converted into one. The choice is yours. You may want to purchase one that is already set up for wheelchairs, as that will be the quickest option. However, if you have a fairly new vehicle that you love, you may want to keep that and simply have a reputable company convert it into a handicap accessible vehicle. If you are having trouble with the cost of this, you might want to turn to local charities, your church, or friends and family to assist with the cost.
Electric Mobility Chair
There are wheelchairs that are now ran electronically, and if you have had trouble physically keeping up with rolling your own chair, this may be an option that you want to consider. Depending on your specific disability, you may be able to ask your medical insurance company to pay for an electric wheelchair or scooter. If you are denied assistance through your insurance company, you could always try to become approved for a loan through one of the companies that sell this type of equipment.
Stair Lifts
If you live in a home or apartment that consists of more than one floor, you will want to consider having a stair lift installed. This way, you are not stuck on the bottom floor all of the time. Just make sure that you are receiving permission in writing from a landlord if you are living in a rental property. After all, the installation of a stair lift requires the running of electrical lines and placing holes in the wall for the attachment of the chair and the chair guide.
Ramp For Your Porch
Even if you only have room for one or the other, replacing your porch steps with a ramp is the right choice. Whether you are in a wheelchair or you simply have trouble walking, you will have an easier time getting on and off of your porch with a quality ramp than you would with steps.
Make sure that you are hiring quality contractors for any work that needs to be done to your property in order to get the best results. Before you know it, getting around your home and around town will be much easier.
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