Some vans have a rear entry for wheelchairs, which is easier than a side entry because no extra room modification is required. Sometimes the side doors of wheelchair-accessible vans are configured to include a ramp for a wheelchair to enter the vehicle from the side.
In some instances, seats are completely removed so that wheelchairs can be seated instead. Seats are also modified to accommodate wheelchairs. The van’s flooring is lowered to make wheelchair entry more accessible. What Is a Wheelchair-accessible Van?Ī wheelchair-accessible van, also known as a “conversion van” or a “lift van,” is a modified vehicle that typically has an increased interior to allow children or disabled adults in wheelchairs to have easier access into the vehicle and plenty of room while traveling. For families in need of wheelchair-accessible transportation, each state has various grants and programs that can potentially help caregivers and families of children with cerebral palsy obtain safe transportation. Children with special needs should have access to safe transportation for numerous reasons, including medical appointments, therapy, and school, in addition to simply getting from place to place for daily life.
Wheelchair-accessible vans for children with cerebral palsy are often necessary but also costly. Sources of information for the article are listed at the bottom.įor any content issues please Contact Us. This article has been fact checked by a Board Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner.
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