Special Needs Strollers Wheelchairs?
Abby asked:
Anybody know of any brands of stroller that are larger than standard (seat etc.) that I could put my 6 year old son in? He is severely Autistic and has poor muscle tone. I desperately need something to go out of town with but can’t afford the outrageous prices of the convaid chair or even the maclaren major unless, someone knows where I can buy a used one?
Thank you
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Try Amazon.com….they have pretty good prices.
check your news papers or go through your insurance. they should be able to help.
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i have seen oversized umbrella strollers-i don’t know where tehy came from–have you tried talking to the school social worker/PT
teh one I saw-was a basic type that you find in toys r us–but larger….
also–check-ebay for a used one
and each state has an equipment clearinghouse fro used equipment–
Chiliswoman on teh disabilites forum knows how to find it-she’s tehtop contributer
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How much are you willing to spend?
The special needs strollers in the first link range from $450 upwards. You could also try ebay or talk to your local special needs/disability services. They may be able to give you some ideas of where to go.
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Unfortunately these things are expensive, but if you ask your sons Occupational therapist if he/she maybe able to tell you where you can get a second hand one.
Many of my clients OT have access to secondhand equipment, that is thoroughly cleaned & checked before being, sent onto the next family.
I am sure that Chillswoman can give you a good link, to whom to contact in the US. But would most certainly start with the OT.
I am not sure if the links below will help, but they maybe worth having a look at.
Good luck
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Have you tried your local school district? BY LAW they can and will supply info and even NEEDS for you. This is what out taxes pay for. Your child may not be inrolled in public school, just make an appointment and have your questions ready. THEY HAVE TO GIVE YOU THE SERVICES!!!
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Why won’t insurance pay for it? Don’t you have Medicaid? Its available to disabled kids. Even if he can walk part of the time he would still be eligible for a wheelchair if he has difficulty with distances. Just get his Dr. to write a prescription and submit to insurance.
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Please look special strollers at Amazon.
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Hope this help.
Good Luck.