I'm involved in the set-up of a public access space (in Manchester, England). While we have two ground-floor bathrooms, neither is wheelchair-accessible. Having spent no time in a wheelchair, nor time in a bathroom with a person in a wheelchair, I'd like to know a few things about making one of the bathrooms accessible... [more inside]
posted by davemee on Sep 20, 2009 - 5 answers

Will anyone in San Francisco pick up medical equipment donations? I have a wheelchair, bedside commode, walker, and some other significant hardware that I'd like to donate, but I don't have a car. Does anyone know any org that will pick up?
posted by mrgrimm on Aug 28, 2009 - 12 answers

Wheelchair-friendly dentist in the Washington DC area (Montgomery County MD if possible)? [more inside]
posted by LobsterMitten on Jul 23, 2009 - 4 answers

My best friend has a broken leg from a car accident and is very depressed. Need activity suggestions and advice on how I can encourage her to comply with her doctor's orders to keep any weight off the leg and keep her immobilizer on. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on May 21, 2009 - 16 answers

What are the repercussions for someone operating a wheelchair or motorized scooter who repeatedly runs into and/or injures others--accidentally or otherwise? Are the wheelchair-bound required to have insurance? Who pays for damages? Can restrictions be put on their speed or on the areas in which they're allowed to operate their wheelchairs? I'm seeking resources and/or detailed information for a research project and so far haven't had much luck.
posted by curiousindc on Mar 11, 2009 - 8 answers

Can hotels charge more for handicap accessible rooms, and do they have to make these rooms available to handicapped individuals? [more inside]
posted by sirhensley on Jan 16, 2009 - 18 answers

A distal fibula fracture will prevent me from bearing weight with my right leg for some six weeks. The E.R. sent me home with crutches, but I'm having such trouble with them (detailed within) that I'm thinking of asking for a wheelchair. Would anyone with wheelchair or crutch experience tell me whether these are abnormal and would improve in a wheelchair? Any other solutions? [more inside]
posted by d. z. wang on Aug 3, 2008 - 16 answers

What can an unemployed quadriplegic do to supplement his income? [more inside]
posted by levijk on Jun 20, 2008 - 15 answers

I'm working to transfer a person on oxygen from San Diego to Oregon. It's a long trip and this person is mostly wheelchair bound. Overexertion causes breathlessness and anxiety. We are trying to effect this ourselves and the oxygen is proving the most problematic. At 12 liter flow, getting enough oxygen is a major technical issue if moving by vehicle. We're talking a 3 day trip with a stop halfway in Watsonville for a day. [more inside]
posted by D-ten on Dec 13, 2007 - 15 answers

Caretaker (mom) almost completely neglects her personal health and life goals to help chronically ill but stable (dad). Her health is now declining. How do I help her understand that she needs to take better care of herself? [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Sep 24, 2007 - 9 answers

GrandMaFilter: Grandma is coming to town. She can walk, but only about 100 feet. What's the most cost effective way to rent/acquire a wheelchair for 5 days in Seattle? [more inside]
posted by jeffamaphone on Aug 27, 2007 - 5 answers

My dog had surgery and we are having a hard time getting him around. [more inside]
posted by stormygrey on Apr 26, 2007 - 14 answers

We would like to purchase a new wheelchair for our father, who suffered from a stroke some years ago and can only control the right side of his body. Main criteria: one-arm drive (or can be otherwise operated with only right limbs), portable and lightweight. [more inside]
posted by leptin on Mar 24, 2007 - 6 answers

TravelFilter: I need recommendations on where to stay during the Coachella Music Festival. [more inside]
posted by wintermute2_0 on Jan 25, 2007 - 3 answers

Disabled travel. Direct flight from Dublin for one week in any direction. Wheelchair user. Five star hotel and interesting things to do. Can you help? [more inside]
posted by kairab on Aug 15, 2006 - 5 answers

How hard is it for a mostly wheelchair bound person to get around Spain by train? Our party of 4 includes one wheelchair user (who can make short walks on prosthetic limbs if necessary) and three people with no mobility issues. We're trying to determine if we can travel by train among Madrid, Seville, Toledo, and Cordoba, or if we should rent a car. First-hand accounts would be particularly appreciated, and any other tips on accessibility issues in Spain are welcome as well. [more inside]
posted by yankeefog on Mar 9, 2005 - 9 answers