You can fit around 3-4 wheelchairs in a cargo van. There is room for a wheelchair driver up front and lots of space in the back for at least 2 adult sized wheelchairs.
The differences between a van and a handicap van are what options are included in them. For instance, a handicap van might have a motorized ramp or lift.
A handicap van is not consideres a medical necessity. Medicare does not cover or reimburse you for the costs of a handicap van.
Wheelchair lift or ramp, hand controls, securement system for wheelchairs, raised roof or lowered floor, side slide door or rear entry, etc.
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A great place to get a handicap van rental in Chicago is through http://www.wheelersvanrentals.com/Chicago/. They have good prices and customer service for your rental van needs.
The following are the common safety features available in a handicap van * Roominess in the Handicap Van - The doors should be wide enough to comfortable provide for wheelchair access or allow a person using a walking aide to comfortably get into the van. * Easy to Reach Controls * Wheelchair Ramp or Lift Most handicap van will have all of the typical vehicle safetyfeatures like airbags. You will also find special storage to secure a wheelchair.
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A whell chair accessible van will have a loading device for wheelchairs. There will also be special storage in the van to accomadate wheelchairs. Most wheelchair vans have a motorized lift for the wheelchair beside the door. They also have extra space in the back for the wheelchair.
There are various stores that sell parts for handicap van wheelchair lifts. One such store is VCI Mobility which is located throughout the US.
What kind of conversion you're looking at - a camper van or wheelchair/handicap van for example, can make quite a difference in the cost. A van can be converted to a camper for about $10-15,000. For a handicap/wheelchair van the costs could be as high as $25- 40,000.