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A friend is looking for a wheelchair and they are all over the place in price quality. Unlike power tools where Milwaukee or Rigid has some clout I know zip about wheelchairs. Where does one start. 230 pounds fwiw
 
lots of variables here...as said above do they want a transport (push and folding) type or a motorized one?...are they wheelchair bound permanently or just for added security and safety?...are they a senior or on disability?...do they have health benefits?...when my mom ended up in one, she had two...both were manual, but the one she used in the long term care home was heavy duty with big wheels that she would use to wheel herself around (I believe because of her age etc. the Ontario Disability program paid for that one)...she also had one that had four small wheels and was foldable for when I took her out shopping (that one I believe was paid for by her health benefits from when my dad worked at Ford)...

there are a lot of home care equipment services places, just do a search in Google maps for ones closest to your friends...

your friend might be able to get assistance through CCAC as well (although I think they changed their name in the last decade)...
 
In another life I helped build custom chairs for wheelchair basketball and rugby.
Much like bicycles, chair design is all about intended use.
Consult a professional.
 
TK4 said:
In another life I helped build custom chairs for wheelchair basketball and rugby.
Much like bicycles, chair design is all about intended use.
Consult a professional.
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Ontario govt has programs to pay for chairs, I bought one for my dad a few weeks ago. He's 6' 190lbs, and spends his day in the chair.

I got a Quickie IRIS tilting chair, It cost $5500 with the necessary head, back and seat upgrades. Ontario Govt paid $4200, I paid $1300.

I bought exactly the same chain a narrower configuration to use for outings (easier to maneuver and fits thru a 30" doorway) in like new condition ffor $300 off marketplace. Is didn't have the headrest option, so I bought that new for $250.

Your local public heath unit might provide an occupational therapist to help. The did that for me in Halton, she fave us done options then set the chairs up with me.
 
Buddy has a transporter with the four small wheels but that leaves him dependent on a pusher. Chemo and radiation a decade ago is kicking back with neurological deterioration. Over the last half dozen years he’s gone from plodding to cane and now walker. The walker is getting awkward for shifting from a chair or couch to mobile mode. His hand coordination looks like it’s going downhill as well so powered could end up with him doing a Wiley Coyote impression. Thanks for the suggestions.

While anything would do in a pinch I suspect this is more like picking the right hiking boots. You need to think it out and try them on.
 
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Starkman medical supplies was the first thing that came to mind. They’re open to the public and located right at Bathurst and Davenport.

Wheelchairs

Starkmans Home Health
starkmans.com starkmans.com

Medical Mart / Medline is also a major manufacturer of wheelchairs but I’m not sure if you can buy directly from them.

Medical Mart

medimart.com medimart.com
 
My wheelchair gal recommended ‘ motion specialties’ , they have a Toronto office . They will know what grants your buddy may qualify and how to navigate the system. It may require a prescription from his doctor to qualify for a grant .
I knew these things were expensive, I would not have guessed a motorized custom could be $25k .
Best wishes for your buddy


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First Choice Health Care​

5-5130 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 4K2

Tell them Chris sent you. Going North on Dixie on the left hand side. Just North of Eglington. Can not remember , used to be an Arbys there
 
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