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Page 2 SAY YOU SAW IT IN DISABLED DEALER MAGAZINE February 2010 MISSION STATEMENT Our mission is to bring people with FeaturesFebruary 2010 disabilities and the elderly complete access to new and pre-owned adap- tive equipment, services, resources and events throughout Virginia and Mini ...... 2 West Virginia How to Subscribe ...... 3 ABOUT THE FOUNDERS: Rob Smith, has been a quadriplegic The Mobile Lifestyle Advisor ...... 5 since 1980 as a result of a diving accident. Robert served eight years Resources ...... 10 in the armed forces and retired as an How to Place an Ad ...... 11 E-6 Staff Sergeant. Stella Smith, an RN, has been mar- Commercial Units ...... 12 ried to Robert since 1991. She brings her five years experience in Cover Story: Amkar ...... 14 Spinal Cord injury to Disabled Dealer Magazine. Since the V.A.she Sudoku Puzzle ...... 15 has worked as a Community Health Nurse with the Governors Healthy “F“Fromrom The The Editor’s Editor’s Desk” Desk” Start Program. She now dedicates By Dena Sims 100% of her time to Disabled Dealer. Oliver O’Riordan, serves the Welcome to the February issue of Disabled Dealer Magazine of VA & WV! We are all familiar with Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14th and Presidents Day on the 3rd Monday of February, which happens Disabled Dealer organization in a th number of ways. His mainstay is to be the 15 this year. Presidents Day is in honor of Abraham Lincoln born on Feb. 12. and overseeing general management George Washington on Feb. 22. Other Presidents born in the month of February include William duties for DDM Graphics. He also Henry Harris on Feb. 9, 1773 and Ronald Reagan on Feb. 6, 1911. assists Disabled Dealer Enterprises, In the MOBILITY world February is the Annual National Mobility Equipment Dealer’s Association Inc. in the sales and Graphics sector Conference, this year’s conference will be in Reno, Nevada. The Annual NMEDA Conference is the of the initial training process. “Our sole venue that provides a broad range of opportunities for educational, professional and business mission is to bring people with dis- abilities and the elderly complete development for those committed to the mobility equipment industry. access to new and pre-owned adap- tive equipment, services, resources, and events throughout the country.” About the Cover

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Page 4 SAY YOU SAW IT IN DISABLED DEALER MAGAZINE February 2010 Lifestyle MobileMLA Column February 2010 Q Advisor I have a split foyer entry hall in my house, 5 steps up and Need answers to your mobility ques- 7 steps down. My husband has difficulty climbing steps. I tions?? Want to know the latest in have seen these electric chairs that go up and down steps. My Assistive Technology? Would you like to learn money saving question is: Do they have one that can change directions and tips on how to purchase your next van, scooter or lift? Get if so where can I order one? Cheryl D. – Wv. these answers and more from “The Mobile Lifestyle Advisor” brought to you by Disabled Dealer of Virginia and West A Virginia. This monthly column might make you roll with Cheryl it sounds like you need a stair lift that can nego- laughter, cringe with fear, or jump for joy, but it guarantees to tiate the turn in your foyer. One solution that may save produce solutions that you can take to the bank. So “Let’s Get money is to have a home modification specialist measure the Rolling”. stair cases both up and down and install 2 different units, one for upstairs and one for down. Used units can be cut for short Q runs like yours and could save you $2000 or $3000 dollars. If Can a 2010 Honda van be converted to a rear entry you want one unit to do both, again seek a home modifier . that can measure precisely what angles and curves are needed handicap van? Ron S.-Va. before ordering. This is NOT a job for the home owner. A Straight runs are easy, when you add curves and turns the Ron the Honda and Toyota vans have been well received installation requires a professional. BE MOST CAUTIOUS when buying these units from catalogs and computer ads. You by the large conversion companies. There is a growing fol- don’t want a “pig in a poke” so I suggest calling a profession- lowing for these import vans, and why not? They have great al that can provide service after the install. reviews from the consumer, neither company needs a bail out and neither company looks like they are going out of business Q anytime soon. Honda has been converted by both Viewpoint My husband is retired military and we are eligible for and Freedom into a rear entry accessible van. Both make a our first handicapped van. Is it possible to get additional good finished product and I would choose by looking at the financing thru the NewWell fund after the VA has paid for the convenience of after sale service. If you have a dealer for conversion of the van? Carol- VA. both manufacturers then visit them and check out the finished product. Also, ask about original warranty issues. I have A heard that Honda recognizes wheelchair converted vans as . Yes! The NewWell organization is very familiar with the USED UNITS thus limiting their warranty to a certain VA process and is more than willing to work with clients degree. When investing in a new van, you want to know all using VA funding as well. As you are well aware the process the cost upfront and what steps to take after the sale, if a actually works in reverse. The VA will not pay for the van problem arises. conversions until you take possession of the van. The Q NewWell fund will approve your loan (based on your credit I have a 2000 Ford Coachman conversion van with a and the assurance of VA funding) before you receive the van. Working with a NMEDA member will help you tremendously Sports roof. One of the panels on the passenger side roof in filing the proper documents and invoices. NMEDA mem- came loose and the wind caught it and broke it off the bers also understand that the funding process comes after the van. Does your company have any idea where I might be customer has received the van. Enjoy your new ride and able to find the part I need to replace it? I have some pic- thank you and your husband for his service to our country. tures if that will help you to know what I am referring to. Rosa S.-Va. Email your questions or comments to the “Mobile Lifestyle A Advisor” at [email protected]. You can also catch past Rosa, after looking at your pictures of the van, I see that columns by logging on to www. disaboom.com and read the monthly blog posted. A “free gift” is sent to those individu- the top decorative panel has peeled off. I researched the als whose questions are printed in the column. Coachman conversion company to find out that they have gone out of business. This problem persist in the full size con- version market as a lot of manufactures have left the market leaving spare parts in high demand, if you can find them. One “Sweet Heart of a Deal” source could be a local salvage yard; however you would be coupon offered this month only. MITS of Virginia, a faced with painting as well as remounting the panel. I would major advertiser of this magazine is giving an additional suggest that you take the old panel piece to a body shop and $1000.00 off any new vehicle purchased thru the Month have them repair it, repaint it and re install it. This is a com- of February. Send in this coupon with your order to mon practice for individuals that own older lower floor mini- receive the Discount, courtesy of “The Mobile Lifestyle vans with the side skirts. A good fiberglass repair shop can Advisor”- Happy Valentine’s Day! make it look almost like new.

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1994 XLT, Ricon side 1993 SE. Manual 1988 Plymouth Voyager SE. Braun platform lift, rubber mat flooring, EZ Lock L400 Lift, Power door, Raised door pan- rear entry, fold down rear ramp, fold mid ship position, 53 inch door opening. down back bench seat. 4 pt. tie downs. els, Dual Battery, Outside control switch- Raised roof. 3.0 L 6 Cylinder. es, Raised roof, 4 way restraints. $3995. Power brakes, steering, door locks, and 540-932-7300 FEB V6 mirrors. AM/FM Stereo/CD. Tilt steering, Call Richard @ (540) 932-7300 FEB V5 heat & AC. Cruise Control. 800-420-6470 FEB V7 Page 8 SAY YOU SAW IT IN DISABLED DEALER MAGAZINE February 2010 1997 Ford E 150 Club Wagon. Rollex 2004 Ford E-250 Eclipse Mobility con- Custom 6 in. lowered floor, removable version van. 6 in. lowered floor for easy front driver and passenger seats. entry with plenty of head room. Vangater Vangater II Lift. Dash mounted switch- 1995 Ford E 150. Ricon Lift, Raised II folds up giving maximum space for es, outside taillight switches. Power Power Side Door, Raised Roof & passengers and cargo. Remote entry, side door, remote entry. EZ Lock front Lowered Floor. Removable Driver Seat. CD player, back fold down sofa. Call passenger seat. 64 K mi. 800-420-6470 EZ Lock. $16,500. (540) 932-7300. Richard 1-800-420-6470. FEB V4 FEB V3 FEB V2

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1998 Chevy 1500 Gladiator; High Top; 2-Used Bruno Turny Automotive Seats. 82K; Black; Remote Electronic Power (Model #TAS 2560-1 Mid Right, 1 Mid Lift; Carpeted; 4-Point Tiedowns; Left) Extremely helpful for getting in and Transfer Passenger Seat; TV; VCR; PW; out of a vehicle from a wheelchair. Pride Jazzy 1420. Quantum power PB; Excellent Condition; Morgantown chair. Sy Energy seat for 450 lbs. 23 in Originally paid $7950. each, will sell sep- FEB WC1 WV. $19,500. 304-291-5673 FEB V50 arately. Excellent condition. Call and wide seat. 800-420-6470 make an offer! 540-298-2464 FEB M1 February 2010 SAY YOU SAW IT IN DISABLED DEALER MAGAZINE Page 9 Richmond VA 23236 Annadale, VA 22003 VIRGINIA 800-852-7639 • 804-378-0017 703-205-2629 Fax: 804-378-0026 Resources Traumatic Brain Injury & Veterans Resources for Independent Living Inc. P O Box 1485 The following calendar of events, support Charlottesville/Piedmont Chapter The Resources for Independent Living Inc., Bedford VA 24523 groups, and resources is provided free as a PO Box 4634 serves persons with physical and sensory dis- 434-660-1235 service to our readers. Disabled Dealer of Charlottesville, VA 22906 abilities to live independently in the community Virginia & W. Virginia cannot guarantee the (804) 973-6122 and to encourage necessary change within the accuracy of all information given. Please be community so independent living is a possibility. sure to verify dates and locations with the NewWell Fund A community based nonprofit and nonresiden- W. VIRGINIA contact or organization listed. You can have 1602 Rolling Hills Drive tial agency serving persons in Chesterfield pro- your event included in the section by mailing, Suite 107 viding case management, peer counseling, Easter Seals West Virginia faxing, e-mail, or calling in the information at Richmond, Virginia 23229 housing placement services and technical 1305 National Road least 6-8 weeks before the event if possible. Telephone: (804) 662-9000 assistance. Also, provides advocacy for per- Wheeling WV 26003-5780 Our address, phone/fax numbers and e-mail Toll-Free: (866) 835-5976 sonal and collective rights of persons who are (304) 242-1390 (V/TTY); (800) 677-1390 address is located on page 3 Fax: (804) 662-9533 disabled in the areas of accessibility, education, E-mail: [email protected] E-Mail: [email protected] employment, transportation and other areas of Web: www.wv.easter-seals.org VIRGINIA RESOURCES The NewWell Fund, established by the General equal opportunity. Please call Barbara at (804) Assembly in 1995 as the Assistive Technology 743-3798 for further information Waynesboro Disability Services Board Loan Fund Authority, provides a unique funding Spotsylvania County Public Schools Primary Lateral Sclerosis Hereditary Spastic 540-942-6718 alternative for many who have no other options. Parent Resource Center Paraplegia-Support Group. For information on housing and disability servic- Our mission is to promote alternative funding 7409 Brock Road April 1, 2006 es in Waynesboro, VA. resources for Virginians with disabilities to acquire Spotsylvania, Virginia 22553 Berkeley Springs WV Spirit Roller Ministries assistive technology that can enhance their inde- (540) 582-3616 Contact Ms. Ronnie Grove www.spiritrollerministries.org pendence, and improve their quality of life. (540) 582-3791 [email protected] or 13 Erin Ln. Granting Freedom Blue Ridge Independent High Hopes Stroke Survivor Support Group through relay 711 call: Virginia’s Military Home Modification Grant Living Center of Lynchburg. 304-258-5275 Program Main Office Join us the 2end Thur. of ea. Mo. 1-3 pm Grant program that pays for modifications to 1502 B Williamson Road, N.E. Jamerson YMCA Multipurpose W. Virginia Chapter of Polio Survivors make living spaces more accessible for service- Roanoke, Virginia 24012 Wyndhurst Area The 2end Saturday of each month men or women who sustained injury during 540-342-1231 Lynchburg, VA 1 pm – 3 pm service in a combat theatre of operations. Contact: Carol @ 434-384-7568 Putnam General Hospital-Educational Room www.vhda.com Brain Injury Support Group-Greater Or Emily @ 434-385-1976 Hurricane W. Virginia Search keywords: Granting Freedom Program Shenandoah Valley Support Group. Meets on Email: [email protected] Contact: Mae Inscoe-Group Leader 877-VHDA-123 the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in 304-736-6325 Room 221 of Rockingham Memorial Hospital. New River Valley Brain Injury Support Call Pat Wilkins (daytime) at (540) 879-2833. Group Paralyzed Veterans of America The Virginia Department for the Deaf and 4th Tuesday of each month Waldron College, West Virginia Chapter Hard of Hearing (VDDHH) works to reduce the Brain Injury Association Radford University 336 Campbells Creek Road communication barriers between persons who 1608 Spring Hill Road Call for further information: Jason foundation at Charleston WV 25306 are deaf or hard of hearing and those who are Ste. 110 (540) 633-2225 304-925-9352 hearing, including family members, service Vienna, VA 22182 Stroke and Head Injury support Group providers, and the general public. 703-761-0750 Toll Free: 1-800-444-6443 Montgomery Regional Hospital Multiple Sclerosis 804-662-9502 (V/TTY) www.biausa.org Meets the second Tuesday at City Hospital 800-552-7917 (V/TTY) 6:30 P.M. Meeting Room One Email: [email protected] Brain Injury Association of Virginia Call for further information: Martinsburg WV 25401 Website: http://www.vddhh.org 3212 Cutshaw Ave Suite 315 Terry Shelor (540) 961-4652 (304) 262-6045 Richmond, VA 23230 Promoting a cooperative partnership between 804-355-5748/800-334-8443 parents of children with special needs and the Adult Day Care Services Program Virginia 2-1-1 Get Connected. Web site: www.biav.net schools. Berkeley Senior Services Get Answers. 217 N High St Dial 2-1-1 / www.211virginia.org Brain Injury Association of Staunton-Augusta Virginia Association for Home Care Martinsburg WV 25401 When you dial 211 a trained professional will lis- Support Group 8001 Franklin Farms Dr., Suite 110 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. ten to your situation & suggest sources of help Second Monday of each month. Richmond, VA 23229 (304) 263-1297 using one of the largest databases of health & 7:00 pm William A. Cashatt Chapel Phone: 804-285-8636 Fax: 804-288-3303 human services in Virginia. Woodrow Wilson Rehab Center [email protected] www.vahc.org Able Works, Inc. On Hornet Drive near Parking Lot F 1229 Pineview Drive Access Chesterfield: Muscular Dystrophy Association Morgantown, WV 26505 The Chesterfield County Coordinated Goodwill of Central Virginia MDA Clinic 304-559-6800 Fax 304-9254 800-245-6928 Transportation Program, Access Chesterfield, Medical Adaptive/Assistive Technology Roanoke Neurological Center Assistive technology product provides transportation services for any Program Roanoke, VA -Augmentative Communication Product Chesterfield County resident who is disabled or, 8:30 am – 4:00 pm Ahmad Bushirk, MD 540-772-3237 -Adapted Software & Toys -In Service Training over age 60, or who meets federal income 6301 Midlothian Trnp. -Adapted Computer Set-up & programming guidelines regarding poverty levels. Richmond, VA 23225 VAIL has a loan closet of durable medical (free computer set-up with purchase from us) www.chesterfield.gov 804-521-4923 equipment & equipment for those who are deaf -West Virginia Vendor -Authorized IBM Dealer www.goodwillcva.org or hard of hearing in our Harrisonburg office. MA/ATP Provides medical equipment to people in Items include: bedside toilets, walkers, crutch- Alzheimer’s Caregivers Support Group Access Chesterfield-Transportation need for no charge regardless of age or disabili- es wheelchairs, hospital beds, TTY”s, phone or Shenandoah Health Center 7321 Whitepine Road ty. Please call to verify availability of equipment. doorbell signalers, and phone amplifiers. Call Charles Town WV Richmond, VA 23237 433-6513 to see what is available. VAIL and (304) 535-2719 804-279-8489 Lions Club-Special Needs Equipment the Waynesboro Disability Services Board State Chairman-Mike Nicolos cooperatively operate a loan closet for the Disabilities Peer Support Group Senior Navigator 3906 Melvern Place Waynesboro area. Items include: bedside toi- Eastern Panhandle Training Center www.seniornavigator.org Alexandria, VA 22312-1149 lets, walkers, crutches, wheelchairs, and hos- 2000 Aiken Center Equipment Recycling Resource. E-mail: [email protected] pital beds. Call 942-6718. Martinburg WV 25401 703-941-6575 (304)496-9528 AARP Virginia State Office Wheelin’ Sportsmen NWTF of Virginia 707 East Main Street, Suite 910 Valley Associates For Independent Living, If you are DISABLED and interested in apply- Disability Determination Area Offices: Richmond, VA 23219 Inc. ing to become a member of a growing number Charleston Area Office Phone: (804) 819-1902 Fax: (804) 819-1923 1791-A South High St.. of sportsmen who have physical limitations Charleston Federal Center, 5th Floor TTY: (877) 434-7598 Harrisonburg, VA 22801 and enjoy the great outdoors, please examine 500 Quarrier Street Web Site: 540-433-6513 Fax: 540-433-6313 the websites below and contact one of our Charleston, WV 25301 http://www.aarp.org/statepages/va.html Valley Associates For Independent Living, VAIL, member to join us in a life full of beauty and 304-353-4249 Fax-304-353-4257 serves planning district 6. VAIL provides an array adventure. 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February 2010 SAY YOU SAW IT IN DISABLED DEALER MAGAZINE Page 13 Mobility Products & Design Announces AMKAR -- Wheelchair Accessible Electric Car Mobility Products & Design, a division of Braun Motor Global Electric Motorcars (GEM), a DaimlerChrysler Works, announces AMKAR, a low cost, zero emissions, bat- Division, located in Fargo, North Dakota. The first GEM bat- tery powered and wheelchair accessible vehicle for the physi- tery-electric vehicle was manufactured in 1998. It accommo- cally challenged. dated two passengers and had a top speed of 20 mph. GEM was the first vehicle of its kind to be classified by the Winamac, IN (PRWEB) July 23, 2007 -- Mobility Products National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as Design (MPD) announced today that AMKAR is available for a Neighborhood Electric Vehicle (NEV) or low speed vehicle. sale to the public through a limited number of dealerships To date, there are over 33,000 GEMs in service worldwide. worldwide. AMKAR is a wheelchair accessible, battery pow- ered, low speed vehicle. An automatic fold-out ramp sets Like GEM, AMKAR is powered by a 72-volt-battery-system AMKAR apart from other electric powered vehicles in its and is electronically limited to a top speed of 25 mph in order class. to meet Federal Low-Speed Vehicle requirements. AMKAR can be driven on public roads that are posted 35 mph or less "For over 25 years, MPD has been designing, refining and in the United States. Note that laws regarding low-speed providing ergonomic driving controls for the physically chal- vehicle use vary from state to state. To meet NHTSA's safety lenged. Being able to set your own agenda and get behind the requirements, AMKAR is equipped with a safety glass wind- wheel to go where you want to go is essential to an active and shield, headlamps, taillights, turn signals, high mounted stop- independent life," said Tom Bonnell, General Manager, MPD. lights, mirrors, and three-point safety belts. There is no spe- "As we strive to address the concerns of global warming, low cial equipment to charge the batteries. AMKAR's onboard speed, zero emission vehicles are gaining popularity in cities, charger plugs into a standard 110-volt outlet and the batteries master planned communities, universities and colleges, air- can be charged or topped-off anytime. Typically under proper ports and resorts throughout the world. Unfortunately, most of conditions, AMKAR will get up to 30 miles on fully charged these vehicles do not take into account the needs of a wheel- batteries. chair user or user with limited physical driving abilities. We now have AMKAR to fill that void." "Mobility Products and Design is on the cutting edge of mobility freedom," states Ken Nielsen, Consultant to the Mr. Bonnell added, "Transportation for electric wheelchair or Accessible Mobility Industry. "AMKAR provides a fun, low scooter users is severely lacking at airports and resorts. Folks cost, low speed, environmentally friendly vehicle for active usually leave their electric wheelchair or scooter behind when people with mobility challenges who need an economical they travel because the transportation used at these large facil- vehicle to travel short distances. From seniors living in mas- ities will not accommodate them. You'd never be able to lift ter planned communities to college students on campuses and an electric wheelchair and its owner into a golf cart. To get beyond, AMKAR serves that group of users that need more around, these folks either get pushed in a manual wheelchair than a electric wheelchair or scooter but less than a ramp or struggle to roll the chair themselves. Imagine going from a accessible van to get where they need to go. A new ramp state of independence in a power chair to dependent in a man- accessible minivan can cost $40,000 and more. A nicely ual one. Then think about all the able bodied folks being equipped AMKAR is around $16,000. If you travel only on zipped around in golf carts while you're struggling in your roads that are posted at 35 mph or less, AMKAR is the solu- manual chair to get to where you need to go. AMKAR serves tion for you." as a better means of transportation at these venues than a golf cart. Unlike a golf cart, it doesn't discriminate. AMKAR gives M.I.T.S, Virginia, is a certified AMKAR dealership. Richard everyone the right to be transported with dignity." Baldwin, Regional Sales Manager, summed up the vehicle by saying, "MPD's all electric AMKAR has provided that some- AMKAR's wheelchair accessible ramp is designed so that it thing else for the mobility industry. Finally we have a product can be opened or closed with the push of a button. This that fits the demands of an active senior lifestyle at a price allows for safe and easy entry or exit of the vehicle for a point considerably less than your typical accessible van prod- wheelchair occupant. Inside AMKAR, the occupant can either uct. Add to this the news generating "Go Green" conservation drive or remain in their wheelchair while being driven. Either ground swell and the head turning promotional aspect of such way, the wheelchair is easily locked into place with the simple a unique vehicle and you have a winning product." push of a button and the occupant secured with AMKAR's safety belt system. A driver can use the standard gas and About Mobility Products Design (MPD) brake foot pedals or a physically challenged driver can oper- ate AMKAR with an optional MPD Push/Pull 3400 Series MPD is a division of Braun Motor Works and has been Hand Control. proudly serving the driving needs of the physically chal- lenged for over 25 years. AMKAR's battery-electric powered chassis is a product of Contact Information Tom Bonnell Richard Baldwin Ken Nielsen General Manager Regional Sales Manager Consultant to the Accessible Mobility Products Design M.I.T.S. Corporation of Virginia Mobility Industry 144 South 100 West 2075 West Main Street Tel: 804-741-8743 Winamac, IN 46996 Waynesboro, VA 22980 Tel: 800-488-7688 Tel: 800-420-6470 Page 14 SAY YOU SAW IT IN DISABLED DEALER MAGAZINE February 2010 Sudoku Puzzles- Mobility for the Mind!! Sudoku Puzzles- Mobility for the Mind!!

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