MedCare Mobility Electric Wheelchair Finder

Electric Wheelchair Assessment Tool

Ten quick questions about the rider, the home, the car and the daily routine. At the end you'll see the three electric wheelchairs from our stock that fit those answers best, and why.

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The Five Kinds of Electric Wheelchair We Sell

Almost every chair falls into one of these groups. The questions below figure out which group fits, then pick the best models inside it.

Light Folding Chairs

About 28 to 60 lbs. They fold in one piece for the trunk, and most run on removable lithium batteries.

Auto and Remote Folding

The chair folds itself, or a helper drives it with a remote. Good when hands or backs aren't strong.

Take-Apart Power Chairs

Three pieces that come apart, so no one lifts more than about 29 to 54 lbs at a time.

Full-Size Everyday Chairs

Bigger seats, steadier bases and better outdoor manners. They need a vehicle lift or ramp.

Heavy Duty and Bariatric

Rated from 440 up to 600 lbs, with wider seats and stronger frames.

Not Sure Yet?

That's what the questions are for. If you'd rather talk, call 585-505-6665.

Find the Right Electric Wheelchair

Answer for the person who will ride the chair. Have the rider's weight handy and, if you can, the width of your narrowest doorway.

The Rider

How much does the rider weigh?

Be honest here, and round up. Weight capacity is the one spec you should never stretch.

Where It Goes

Where will the chair spend most of its time?

Think about a normal week, not the one big trip.

In the Car

How will the chair get into a car?

This question rules out more chairs than any other.

Flying

Will the chair go on planes or cruises?

Airlines limit lithium battery size, so this matters.

Folding

Who will fold and load the chair?

Some folding chairs need two hands and a firm grip on the latch.

Distance

How far does the rider usually go in a day?

Real range is often less than the spec sheet, especially on hills or in the cold.

Seating

How many hours a day will the rider sit in the chair?

Long sitting calls for a better seat and more support.

Your Home

How tight are the spaces at home?

Measure the narrowest door the chair has to pass through, usually the bathroom.

Slopes

Any hills, ramps or steep driveways on regular routes?

Slopes drain the battery faster and need more motor.

What Matters Most

If you had to pick one, what matters most?

We use this to break ties between good options.

Quick Answers About This Tool

The questions people ask us most before and after taking it.

How long does it take?

About two minutes. There are ten questions, and you can go back and change any answer before you see results.

Is this the same as a power wheelchair evaluation?

No. A Medicare power mobility evaluation is a face-to-face exam with a doctor or therapist. This tool only narrows down which chairs we carry match your needs.

What should I measure first?

The rider's weight, the narrowest door in the home (usually the bathroom), and the trunk opening of the car you'll use. Those three numbers rule out the most chairs.

What if nothing fits my answers?

Call us at 585-505-6665. Sometimes one answer, like car transport, can be solved with a ramp or lift, and that opens up better options.

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Want a Second Opinion?

Tell us what the tool picked and how the chair will be used. We'll help you compare, check doorways and car space, and answer battery and travel questions before you order.

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