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Ramp FAQ: Answers About Handicap Access Ramps

* What kinds of wheelchair ramps areaccidents.
available?
* On what kinds of cars can I install a
Wheelchair ramps are a great advantage forwheelchair lift carrier on the rear of the
wheelchair users. These are available incar?
different  types  and designs. Here are some:
Wheelchair lift carriers can already be
- Van Wheelchair Ramps - this makes largerinstalled in some vehicles. These are the
vehicles  accessible  to  wheelchair  users.vans and the minivans that have accessibility
for wheelchair users. The lift carrier is
- Threshold Wheelchair Ramps- this makes theusually situated on the rear end of the car.
entrance area of a home or business availableAt present, conversions of these vans are
for  wheelchair  users.available  to  people  with  disabilities.
- Track Wheelchair Ramps- this type is* When traveling, are there vans to rent with
specially designed in order to get in linewheelchair  ramps  on  power  lifts?
with  the  tires  of  the  wheelchair.
During travel, when you do not have a vehicle
- Portable Wheelchair Ramps- this type isof your own that is accessible for
known for its flexibility. It is madewheelchair, you can now take advantage of
available for all types of wheelchairvans  that  can  be  rented.
designs.
However, these vans can accommodate only one
* Can I easily install a portable ramp forwheelchair at a time. They provide security
wheelchair  access  to  my  home?for the wheelchair users since the van is
furnished  with  the  needed  equipment.
Yes. With the help of a wide selection of
equipment, you can now install a portable* Do cruises offer wheelchair ramps and power
ramp at your home. A portable ramp is ideallift  vans  at  each  port  of  call?
for use because of its light weight and
durability. It also ensures that the doorwayDefinitely, some cruises offer such services.
is  safe.They also provide an avenue for the enjoyment
of disabled passengers. These ships have
* What are the pros and cons of a wheelchairdesignated a particular area that is fitted
ramp  vs.  a  wheelchair  lift?with wheelchair ramps and power lifts. Aside
from the ramps, most ships also have
Both the wheelchair ramp and the wheelchairelevators.
lift have their uses. However, they have also
disadvantages. One of the cons is theirYou should inquire whether the cruise line
carrying capacity. Wheelchair ramps and liftsoffers these facilities, to be sure of
both have a maximum capacity, and it is notfinding the right cruise for you.
advisable exceed that, in order to avoid



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