| * What kinds of wheelchair ramps are | | | | accidents. |
| available? | | | | |
| | | | * On what kinds of cars can I install a |
| Wheelchair ramps are a great advantage for | | | | wheelchair lift carrier on the rear of the |
| wheelchair users. These are available in | | | | car? |
| different types and designs. Here are some: | | | | |
| | | | Wheelchair lift carriers can already be |
| - Van Wheelchair Ramps - this makes larger | | | | installed 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 the | | | | usually situated on the rear end of the car. |
| entrance area of a home or business available | | | | At 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 line | | | | wheelchair ramps on power lifts? |
| with the tires of the wheelchair. | | | | |
| | | | During travel, when you do not have a vehicle |
| - Portable Wheelchair Ramps- this type is | | | | of your own that is accessible for |
| known for its flexibility. It is made | | | | wheelchair, you can now take advantage of |
| available for all types of wheelchair | | | | vans that can be rented. |
| designs. | | | | |
| | | | However, these vans can accommodate only one |
| * Can I easily install a portable ramp for | | | | wheelchair 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 ideal | | | | lift vans at each port of call? |
| for use because of its light weight and | | | | |
| durability. It also ensures that the doorway | | | | Definitely, 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 wheelchair | | | | designated 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 wheelchair | | | | elevators. |
| lift have their uses. However, they have also | | | | |
| disadvantages. One of the cons is their | | | | You should inquire whether the cruise line |
| carrying capacity. Wheelchair ramps and lifts | | | | offers these facilities, to be sure of |
| both have a maximum capacity, and it is not | | | | finding the right cruise for you. |
| advisable exceed that, in order to avoid | | | | |