Re: [QUAD-L] heritage
I'M 50% CZECH - MY DAD'S 100% - I'VE DONE SOME GENEOLOGY - IT'S QUITE INTERESTING. MY GRANDMA HAS TOLD US STORIES THAT ARE SO INTERESTING - SHE'S 89. NICKI - Original Message - From: Angelique Novak To: Quad List Sent: Monday, July 31, 2006 2:27 PM Subject: [QUAD-L] heritage Hey everybody- I'm asking this in no way negatively. I was wondering whatheritages everybody here, (who wants to share), is. I think it'sinteresting to learn about different cultures and the similarities anddifferences each have. That was always a neat part of Social Studies inschool. I'm German, Irish, Polish, and Czechoslovakian, & not NativeAmerican, but an American. Anybody else want to tell? : )-Angie
[QUAD-L] Overlay mattress-RT2000
You can't begin to imagine what you put me thru to get this information on such a short notice but here's the nutshell. Special Care Delivery was the hospital arm of a company called SCD Industries, IN in Carrollton, Tx. They sold the RT2000 Overlay Mattress system with a SC Mattress with turning overlay theraderm comforter. They were purchased by Pneu-Care who also manufactured the RT2000. They in turn were purchased by Cardio Systems and currently by a company called ASI Medical Equipment at the same Carrollton, TX address. I talked with Billie Davis at 800-527-0443 who actually builds the overlays for several companies. He mentioned that he didn't think the material you have can be fixed but needed more information, so please.. plez call him. This is the best I could do the with what you provided. Best Wishes W In a message dated 8/1/2006 2:12:19 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: According to what I can decipher it is Special Care Delivery. The model number is RT-2000. I bought this mattress used approximately 10 years ago and I haven't had much success in locating the company. It is very similar to the mattresses they use here at the VA in Tampa and in fact one of the representatives here said it is one of the more durable products.Billy from Tampa
[QUAD-L] Re: Overlay mattress
According to what I can decipher it is Special Care Delivery. The model number is RT-2000. I bought this mattress used approximately 10 years ago and I haven't had much success in locating the company. It is very similar to the mattresses they use here at the VA in Tampa and in fact one of the representatives here said it is one of the more durable products.Billy from Tampa[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Who is the manufacturer of the mattress? Have you considered sending it back and having them fit it with a warranty? W See the all-new, redesigned Yahoo.com. Check it out.
Re: [QUAD-L] heritage
Hey Dan, But they say a cat has 9 lives...lol ginaDanny Hearn <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: Well if not a quad.. unknown if disabled, WHY would a person spend so much time on THE QUAD LIST? That would be like one of us joining the BLIND list LOL I realize W has a great sense of humor , but many of us just DON"T GET ITperhaps we never will LOL Oh well , I guess i'll shut up.cause I heard curiosity killed the cat. Dan[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:In a message dated 7/31/2006 8:29:50 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes:HE'LL NEVER TELL,,,GIVE THAT ONE UP :-)Di knows me like a book, lol (a very funny book) (just ignore the cover) W
[QUAD-L] "Money Follows the Person Demonstration Grants to States."
Dear JFA Readers:Below is an analysis of the newly announced "Money Follows the Person Demonstration Grants to States." A teleconference call on this is scheduled for August 22. More information on this will follow.__July 26, 2006, CMS announced the 2007 Money Follows the Person demonstration grants to states. There will be $250m available beginning January 1, 2007 and a total $1.75 billion for five years. Will your State Medicaid Office participate? Will your State use this opportunity to rebalance its Medicaid institutional versus community expenditures? The full CMS Program Announcement is available athttp://www.cms.hhs.gov/NewFreedomInitiative/downloads/MFP_2007_Announcement.pdfThese are competitive grants. Your State must develop and submit a plan to receive a grant. This is a great opportunity for ILCs, AAAs, ARCs, AARPs to work together to use these fundsto end "unnecessary institutionalization." One item in the CMS Program Announcement awards extra points for housing. CMS recognized that "the advancement of home andcommunity-based long term care services requires increased community housing options." It states that "CMS will reward States [extra points] that demonstrate plans to work with Housing Finance Agencies to ... identify how any housing shortages will be addressed." That means using the low-incomehousing tax credits and state administered HOME funds! HUD has announced it will strongly encourage Housing Authorities (and Housing Finance Agencies) to support MFP programs by helping to create opportunities for individuals tomove out of institutions. That means using Housing Vouchers, public housing units, local HOME funds, and CDBG funds. As many of you know from NUMEROUS previous Information Bulletins I have sent out, IF a local Housing Authority and IFa State Housing Finance Agency want to use their programs to assist persons transition out of institutions, they could do it. NOW IS THE TIME to creatively work with them. In most States, your Medicaid officials and your state and local housing officials have never worked together. To obtain these extra points, they will have to jointly develop a housing component. If any of you or if your State Medicaid agencies want assistance in thinking about and developing a housing componentfor a MFP Grant, please let me know and we will try to work it out. This is too important an opportunity to let it slip by. Weknow that for many persons in institutions "whether nursing homes or ICF-MR institutions" housing is the barrier to full integration. -Steve Gold, The Disability Odyssey continues- Back issues of other Information Bulletins are available online at http://www.stevegoldada.com with a searchable Archive at this site divided into different subjects.- To contact Steve Gold directly, write to [EMAIL PROTECTED]__For more Housing news issues, see:http://www.aapd.com/News/housing/indexhousing.php# # #DISCLAIMER: The JFA Listserv is designed to share informationof interest to people with disabilities and promote dialoguein the disability community. Information circulated does notnecessarily express the views of AAPD. The JFA Listserv isnon-partisan. JFA ARCHIVES: All JFA postings from 1995 to present are available at: http://www.jfanow.org/jfanow/MODERATOR, Gwen Gillenwater, JUSTICE FOR ALL -- A Service ofthe American Association of People with Disabilities. To contact Gwen, please email her at [EMAIL PROTECTED]JOIN AAPD! There's strength in numbers! Be a part of a nationalcoalition of people with disabilities and join AAPD today at http://www.aapd.com.
[QUAD-L] Life is wonderful
After 9 years of isolation i'm finally enjoying life,thanks to my TDX 5. Yes,life is wonderful hey. Rob. Send instant messages to your online friends http://au.messenger.yahoo.com
Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van
In a message dated 8/1/2006 11:09:56 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You can get tie downs installed for about $350, I just had it done not long ago. ' Mark $350 is a fairly good estimate, but it varies. Drilling thru a metal floor isn't always that easy to install the floor plates and patches. Sometimes, installers hit fluid lines, insulation traps and wiring harness. Stick with NMEDA certified dealers who are bonded and insurance for these kinds of mistakes. w
Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van
You can get tie downs installed for about $350, I just had it done not long ago. ' Mark ---Original Message--- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: 08/01/06 09:09:58 To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; quad-list@eskimo.com Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van A 7ft ramp is much too short and could be dangerous to both the chair user as well as you. I'm sure that was not your intent. Portable ramps can be purchased that are up to 10ft long. A proper ramp for the Windstar would be 20ft long, but then it would be portable. Actually, I'm more concerned with the type of securement or ty-downs you are using once you get your brother into the Windstar van. In the event of a side impact or roll over, a person in a chair... and the chair become a live missle, inside the van. I would suggest that you consult with a NMEDA Certified Specialist in your area to determine the best course of action to protect your brother... and you, when trying to load, secure and transport your brother. Best Wishes W In a message dated 8/1/2006 8:30:26 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just bought a Ford Windstar minivan to be able to take my brother on outings. He weighs a 175 lbs, and his chair probably weighs a good 50 pounds. We bought a 7 foot wheelchair rampfor $300, but it is still next to impossible for me to push him up the ramp by myself. Are there any low cost options that would help me pull the chair.Thanks.Patricia
Re: [QUAD-L] heritage
Hey Dave, I'm Irish,German with some Native American also. Mark ---Original Message--- From: David K. Kelmer Date: 07/31/06 18:28:10 To: Tim Syfert; Quad-List Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] heritage Hi Tim, And I wouldn't say 'nobody' knows 'anything' about him. I know his sense of worth is matched by his sense of humor! a rare thing to find in anyone these days. As for me, I'm pure Texan now, by way of about 20 other States growing up. My ancestors are German, Scot-Irish, with a little Native American blood mixed in. With Love, CtrlAltDel aka DaveC4/5 Complete - 30 Years PostTexas, USA Tim Syfert <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: One thing about W though, W has always posted great info with a wonderful sence of humor. Tim [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 7/31/2006 2:29:54 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hey everybody- I'm asking this in no way negatively. I was wondering whatheritages everybody here, (who wants to share), is. I think it'sinteresting to learn about different cultures and the similarities anddifferences each have. That was always a neat part of Social Studies inschool. I'm German, Irish, Polish, and Czechoslovakian, & not NativeAmerican, but an American. Anybody else want to tell? : )-Angie I'm from a different planet and on a mission to your planet to observe how well your planet takes care of their own. I'm sure that you understand. W See the all-new, redesigned Yahoo.com. Check it out.
Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van
Is he entitles to VR, Vet or some AT assist from your state? - Original Message - From: Bill_J To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2006 10:40 AM Subject: Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van Patricia, If you got him inside, I doubt there would be enough headroom. I have a Dodge Caravan with a 10 inch dropped floor. A Caravan has about the same headroom as a Windstar. The ramp needs to be lower, the floor dropped (or the roof raised) and you need tie-downs. Bill age 56C6 Incomplete since 7/20/68Leesburg, FLIt's scary when you start making the same noises as your coffee maker. - Original Message - From: patricia keen To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2006 9:34 AM Subject: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van I just bought a Ford Windstar minivan to be able to take my brother on outings. He weighs a 175 lbs, and his chair probably weighs a good 50 pounds. We bought a 7 foot wheelchair rampfor $300, but it is still next to impossible for me to push him up the ramp by myself. Are there any low cost options that would help me pull the chair.Thanks.Patricia
Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van
Patricia, If you got him inside, I doubt there would be enough headroom. I have a Dodge Caravan with a 10 inch dropped floor. A Caravan has about the same headroom as a Windstar. The ramp needs to be lower, the floor dropped (or the roof raised) and you need tie-downs. Bill age 56C6 Incomplete since 7/20/68Leesburg, FLIt's scary when you start making the same noises as your coffee maker. - Original Message - From: patricia keen To: quad-list@eskimo.com Sent: Tuesday, August 01, 2006 9:34 AM Subject: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van I just bought a Ford Windstar minivan to be able to take my brother on outings. He weighs a 175 lbs, and his chair probably weighs a good 50 pounds. We bought a 7 foot wheelchair rampfor $300, but it is still next to impossible for me to push him up the ramp by myself. Are there any low cost options that would help me pull the chair.Thanks.Patricia
Re: [QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van
A 7ft ramp is much too short and could be dangerous to both the chair user as well as you. I'm sure that was not your intent. Portable ramps can be purchased that are up to 10ft long. A proper ramp for the Windstar would be 20ft long, but then it would be portable. Actually, I'm more concerned with the type of securement or ty-downs you are using once you get your brother into the Windstar van. In the event of a side impact or roll over, a person in a chair... and the chair become a live missle, inside the van. I would suggest that you consult with a NMEDA Certified Specialist in your area to determine the best course of action to protect your brother... and you, when trying to load, secure and transport your brother. Best Wishes W In a message dated 8/1/2006 8:30:26 AM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I just bought a Ford Windstar minivan to be able to take my brother on outings. He weighs a 175 lbs, and his chair probably weighs a good 50 pounds. We bought a 7 foot wheelchair rampfor $300, but it is still next to impossible for me to push him up the ramp by myself. Are there any low cost options that would help me pull the chair.Thanks.Patricia
[QUAD-L] help getting wheelchair into van
I just bought a Ford Windstar minivan to be able to take my brother on outings. He weighs a 175 lbs, and his chair probably weighs a good 50 pounds. We bought a 7 foot wheelchair rampfor $300, but it is still next to impossible for me to push him up the ramp by myself. Are there any low cost options that would help me pull the chair. Thanks. Patricia
