subject: The Convenience of a Wheelchair Lift Van [print this page] The Convenience of a Wheelchair Lift Van The Convenience of a Wheelchair Lift Van
Are you faced with the task of buying a wheelchair lift van? If so, it can be a tremendous decision to make and a time consuming process. Fortunately there are things that can make the process much easier. Lifts are available in a wide variety along with many different accessories.
You will determine what kind of vehicle you need based on the type of lift that you select, so this is a good place to begin your search. It is essential to properly investigate the various lift options available in order to determine which one will work best for you. The lift should allow enough room for the wheelchair to fit comfortably and it should also be easy to operate. There are both automatic and semi-automatic lifts available. The automatic lifts are extremely convenient as they can be operated with the mere push of a button. However these can be a bit more expensive than a semi-automatic lift that requires some assistance from the user. The lift you choose will largely depend on your preferences and your budget.
After you have selected the type of lift that you want for your wheelchair lift van, the next decision to make is what type of vehicle you will purchase. You will also need to make a decision regarding whether you want a rear entry or a side entry for the lift. This decision will depend on whether the person in the wheelchair will be driving the van or whether they will be a passenger with a caretaker doing the driving. A side entry lift would be more convenient if the person in the wheelchair is going to be the driver. This will make it easier to access the driver's seat.
Finally, there is the decision of whether to buy a new or used wheelchair lift van. If a new van is purchased, you will have the flexibility to create a custom lift van to your own comfort level and specifications. This would likely be more expensive, but you may find that the benefit of designing the wheelchair lift van to suit your needs will be worth it. Buying a used van is also a viable alternative that could save you a lot of money. It may be necessary to compromise on some features, but you may also find one that fits the specifications that you desire.
