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Making Vanlife Wheelchair Accessible with Lisa Franks
Manage episode 399682581 series 3477492
In today's episode, Ayana sits down with Lisa Franks, a trailblazer in multiple worlds! Not only is Lisa a Paralympian, but she's also a seasoned van-dweller. Dive into Lisa's journey as she shares her unique experiences and the obstacles she has overcome to make van life wheelchair-friendly. She offers valuable advice for individuals with disabilities contemplating van life and gives us the rundown on the various accessibility features incorporated into her van. Listen in to gain access to insights and helpful resources for those looking to live nomadically with limited mobility.
For full show notes for this episode click here!
To follow Lisa's journey check out her Instagram: @keepinitwheel306
Watch her YouTube videos here: @keepinitwheel306
Recommended Resources:
- Products Lisa has used to make nomad life more accessible:
- Super Arm Wheelchair Lift
- Freewheel
- Check for Automotive Mobility Assistance Programs
- Many car manufacturers will offer a rebate for installing adaptive equipment to a purchased vehicle.
- Apps to help find accessible trails/water fills/dumpsters etc.
- Access Now App
- iOverlander (best used when photos accompany descriptions
- Grant opportunities to help with additional cost of adaptive equipment
- Kelly Brush Foundation
- TeleMiracle (in Saskatchewan)
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Manage episode 399682581 series 3477492
In today's episode, Ayana sits down with Lisa Franks, a trailblazer in multiple worlds! Not only is Lisa a Paralympian, but she's also a seasoned van-dweller. Dive into Lisa's journey as she shares her unique experiences and the obstacles she has overcome to make van life wheelchair-friendly. She offers valuable advice for individuals with disabilities contemplating van life and gives us the rundown on the various accessibility features incorporated into her van. Listen in to gain access to insights and helpful resources for those looking to live nomadically with limited mobility.
For full show notes for this episode click here!
To follow Lisa's journey check out her Instagram: @keepinitwheel306
Watch her YouTube videos here: @keepinitwheel306
Recommended Resources:
- Products Lisa has used to make nomad life more accessible:
- Super Arm Wheelchair Lift
- Freewheel
- Check for Automotive Mobility Assistance Programs
- Many car manufacturers will offer a rebate for installing adaptive equipment to a purchased vehicle.
- Apps to help find accessible trails/water fills/dumpsters etc.
- Access Now App
- iOverlander (best used when photos accompany descriptions
- Grant opportunities to help with additional cost of adaptive equipment
- Kelly Brush Foundation
- TeleMiracle (in Saskatchewan)
Click here to sign up for our monthly newsletter!
Click here to apply to be featured on our YouTube channel.
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