power wheelchairs

Bob, aged 92, and Mary, aged 89, were excited about their decision to get married. While out for a stroll to discuss the wedding, they passed a drug store. Bob suggested they go in. Bob asked to speak to the pharmacist. He explained they’re about to get married, and asked, "Do you sell heart...

I posted recently with questions regarding the Permobil F3 (I’m currently borrowing one from my loaner closet and like it so far). That previous thread is here: https://www.alsforums.com/forum/general-discussion-about-als-mnd/42619-question-you-wheelchair-geeks.html I did receive a gift of a...

Does anyone here have any experience with cork flooring and pwcs? Specifically, how well does that material hold up to the abuse of a pwc? We are thinking of replacing our current kitchen flooring (worn-out linoleum) with cork. I like the look of cork and how it would contrast (but not...

Hello all, My husband and I just closed escrow on a single story home. We are currently in the process of remodeling (before we move in), and we have a contractor who will be making our shower ADA accessible. My husband is not using a wheelchair at this time, but will likely need a power...

They don't seem to mix. My hubby has trouble fitting his PWC under most standard height tables (30"). He has a Permobil F3 with the elevate function, which seems to make the seat/arm height higher. Even if I lift the arms and bring them back behind him (which he doesn't like - since then he...

Hello My name is Jasmine and I am 28 years old and from Los Angeles. My dad Gary was diagnosed on 12/12/12 and I took care of him until he died of respiratory failure in January of this year. I would constantly look at posts on these forums but I was too afraid to make an account and I'm not...

Hello My name is Jasmine and I am 28 years old and from Los Angeles. My dad Gary was diagnosed on 12/12/12 and I took care of him until he died of respiratory failure in January of this year. I would constantly look at posts on these forums but I was too afraid to make an account and I'm not...

condition: like new make / manufacturer: 2016 Permobil model name / number: F3 Corpus This Permobil F3 Corpus Power Wheelchair was purchased April 20, 2016 and is in Like New Condition..it has been used for only 6 Miles! This F3 Corpus Power Chair features a 17 inch wide x 17, 18 or 19 inch deep...

Need advise on PWC models that have forward tilt. I am able to walk short distances with a walker, but can not get from a seated position to standing without assistance. Some chairs go to full walking position, but am looking for something in between, that will get me part of the way up.

Does anyone have experience with wheelchair accessible taxi services? I use both a manual and power wheelchairs, and have just applied for the accessible public transit service in my area. The accessible public transit service can only be used in the region where I live (outside of Toronto), so...