This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of NMEDA. All opinions are 100% mine.
Here is some useful information about safe driving and equipment for disabled people.
It doesn’t hurt to learn more about it because when i mentioned disabled people it also includes elderly people with difficulty to walk hence in need of wheelchairs or even wheelchair vehicles. The truth is it’s better to be well informed and well prepared.
Purchasing a good vehicle for disabled person is not easy and could be possibly daunting. We need to take into account of the built, the functions, consider whether it’s easy to use and of course ensure that the wheelchair are of good quality and is certified safe to use.
Many people make the mistake of purchasing the wrong handicapped vehicle sold on the Internet or through catalogs that not necessarily suits their conditions. Everyone is unique in their needs so choosing the wrong vehicle could be dangerous on the road.
That’s where NMEDA comes in. It is a non-profit organization that promotes safe driving and educates people on the importance of buying qualified equipment for disabled people. NMEDA dealers (members) help by offering personalized evaluation to ensure that the most suitable driving solution could be customized to your needs. They also offer training and product refinements for a better fit.
Also a member of the NMEDA is the Quality Assurance Program (QAP) dealer which is a nationally recognized program for the Adaptive Mobility Equipment Industry. What they do is to imply a systematic and documented approach to quality. In short, they are like a quality control unit making sure the equipments are top notch and satisfy customers.
With NMEDA the elderly or disabled could gained back their independence. They could travel on the road like everyone else. So, go to nmeda.org, click on the dealer’s locator and enter your ZIP code to find a qualified dealer near you.






