Many people think that when requiring a vehicle to accommodate a wheelchair user, their only option is a costly Wheelchair Accessible Van.
Our Milford Person Lift is an ideal alternative solution as it allows for easy and comfortable transfers from wheelchair into a car seat and allows people to retain their current vehicle whilst enjoying a range of extra benefits.
Here we have outlined the key differences between each option so you can choose the right solution for you.
1/ Cost Effective
A brand-new Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle with modifications can cost in excess of $30,000 which can cause a lot of financial stress. Whereas the Milford Person Lift only costs around $5000 fully fitted.
2/ Increased Safety
Posture & Mobility Group have put together International Best Practice Guidelines on how a wheelchair user should travel in a vehicle. They recommend that where possible a wheelchair user should transfer from their vehicle to the standard car seat as the safest way to travel. (page 8 refers)
With the Milford Person Lift, the wheelchair user can take full advantage of the standard vehicle safety systems such as locking seatbelts, air bags and supportive seats. In a Wheelchair Accessible Van, the restraints and modifications provide the only safety.
3/Comfortable & Sociable Journeys
The Milford Person Lift allows the wheelchair user to sit up front with travelling companions which provides a more sociable and enjoyable journey as well as being able to enjoy all the usual vehicle luxuries such as air conditioning and heated seats!
However, when travelling in a Wheelchair Accessible Van, it can be quite isolating as the wheelchair user often has to sit alone in the rear.
4/Discreet Solution
Thanks to the clever design of the Milford Person Lift, it provides a subtle and discreet solution which many people appreciate unlike Wheelchair Accessible Vans.
5/ Your Choice of Vehicle
The Milford Person Lift can be fitted into virtually any make and model which means you won’t need to swap your current vehicle or buy a new one. Unfortunately, the options for converted vans are very limited and may not meet all your other wants and needs.
6/ Transferable
When the time does come to change your vehicle, the Person Lift can easily be swapped over. Whereas if you want a new converted vehicle you will need to buy the Wheelchair Accessible Vans and all the modifications again.