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