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I am keen to start driving again. I am a T5 complete with good upper
body strength and I have recently purchased a Honda Odyssey. I am at
present awaiting installation of an EZ-RIDER chair which should enable
me to gain access to my van, however I have a few questions that I
cannot get answers to. Firstly, I am not sure how I am going to get my
wheelchair into the van? I suppose that there must be a way to lift it
into the passenger area in the back but I would appreciate advice on
this. Secondly, I have been unable to find any information on driving
lessons and requirements in my State (MD). What do I need to do to get
back on the road?
Thank you




Sun Dec 9, 2007 1:28 am

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I am keen to start driving again. I am a T5 complete with good upper body strength and I have recently purchased a Honda Odyssey. I am at present awaiting...
matlot669s
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Dec 9, 2007
1:28 am

Your doctor should be able to give you correct people to talk to for the driving. Call a local rehab hospital or call the BMV directly and they should be able...
Michael Allen
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Dec 9, 2007
5:02 am

Thank you Michael. Your story is definately an inspiration for me to get it done. I will contact my GP and go from there. I have been looking at my brand new...
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Dec 9, 2007
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Hi my name is Heather Im C7 incomplete and I am in the process of driving as well and since I have good upper body strength I got a Grand Am GT 2 door and I...
Heather Tice
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Dec 9, 2007
5:51 pm

trial and error is the best way.  i did mine while standing - folded it up with one hand and jerked it into the back seat before i sat down.   i've seen a...
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Dec 9, 2007
8:04 pm

Sorry about the accident in your van. Many years ago, I used to work with a woman who had manual wheel chair and her drivers seat was taken out of her van. She...
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