Maintain Independence with Mobility options from NMEDA

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of NMEDA. All opinions are 100% mine.

Cottage country Ontario is a well known retirement zone for today's aging population of both baby boomers and their parents! As the aging process occurs and/or disabilities arise and take hold concern for one's well being, independence and safety tend to become major points for concern.

Living a full life is about not being limited and for the elderly or those with disabilities today's technologies make being actively mobile, independent and safe an absolute possibility. I wouldn't suggest you grab the first wheelchair in an online classified/auction site or garage sale though because, wheelchairs and other motorized transportation equipment have safety standards to adhere too. That's where NMEDA comes into play...

NMEDA (National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association) is a Non-Profit trade association that does not sell anything instead it educates consumers about quality and health related safety issues with mobility products. NMEDA is the only association that promotes safe driving and equipment for disabled people. Members of the association are required to adhere to safety standards set by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

When purchasing for your elderly parents or for yourself it's imperative to keep safety a primary focus. Purchasing used or altered equipment can be inexpensive but also dangerous, there are no managed safety guidelines unless you are a member of the QAP.

- Quality Assurance Program (QAP) is the only nationally recognized accreditation program for the adaptive mobility equipment industry and was developed to promote quality, safety, and reliability within the industry. There must be a systematic and documented approach to quality and QAP ensures this occurs.

- A Dealer Member is the actual business that sells safe adaptive mobility equipment. They have been appointed and certified in writing to be a representative of NMEDA.

Visit the  NMEDA website to locate the nearest qualified NMEDA dealer in your area and to help answer any questions you may have.

Is there a dealer near you?
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