Special products
and products with modifications make it easier for L.P.'s
to do some things and open up new possibilities in others. These are a few
organizations that have been gleaned from L.P.A. members; we would like to have
several more. See the list and the email link at the bottom of the page.
Mobility
Kitchen's Karts
Motor Scooters
www.angelfire.com/tx/KitchensKarts/index.html
The Scooter
StoreTM
1650
Independence Drive
New Braunfels,
Texas 78132
800-723-4535
www.thescooterstore.com
These people serve the Houston and Southeast Texas market
and will work directly with Medicare on their customer's behalf to verify
qualification and set up Medicare payment if you qualify.
Automobiles
Easy Rider Pedal Extensions
Chuck Secor, Owner (and L.P.A. member)
P. O. Box 251677
Glendale, CA 91225-1677
818-247-9246
818-247-3329 (Fax)
www.pedalextenders.com
cmsecor@att.net
Chuck has made pedal extensions for leg use for several
years. He has extensions that work with accelerator, brake and (if you're
really brave) - clutch pedals! Chuck fills orders and usually ships within 48
hours.
Komo Extensions
Alex Krywonos, Owner
1087 Klem Road
Webster, NY 14580-8628
716-872-5349
mkrywono@wb.xerox.com
Mobility Plus-Houston
1789 Upland Drive
Houston, TX 77054
713-468-4683
www.mobilityplustx.com
sterry@mobilityplustx.com
This is a very good shop that will professionally install
extension pedals and/or upper extensions (whatever) - as required by some
manufacturer reimbursement programs. They will make appointments and -
barring unusual circumstances - will have you on your way in an hour or so.
Airbag Options, Inc.
J. P. Malone, Owner
888-903-0004
817-284-2635 (Fax)
www.airbag.net
jay@airbag.net
Jay's company offers airbag modifications to disable the
bag to prevent injury upon its deployment.
Important note about vehicle
modifications!
Sales Tax Exemption for Modified Vehicles.
In Texas, purchasers of automobiles with modifications are exempt from sales
taxes on the purchase. The financial manager at the dealership will advise
the purchaser what documentation they require and will submit it with the
vehicle purchase paperwork. In most cases, a receipt for modifications
made to the vehicle is sufficient to exempt the purchaser from paying the sales
tax. As the dealership does not keep the taxes collected, they are very
cooperative because this will let the purchaser have another $1,000 or so
(depending on the price of the car) to spend on the vehicle. Typically, the
dealership will let the purchaser take the vehicle (or they might even take it)
to a shop before the vehicle is delivered, have the modifications made, then
return the car with the necessary receipt prior to signing the final papers.
Reimbursement for Modifications Made to a New
Vehicle. Additionally, many vehicle manufacturers have new vehicle
modification allowances (GM is $1,000 for example) for vehicle modifications and
will reimburse (in a 3-4 week turnaround) the purchaser for pedal extensions,
upper dashboard area extensions, power lifts (for amigos and wheel chairs),
installation and so forth. Again, if a modification reimbursement plan is
available, the dealership financial manager will have the manufacturer's
required form and will (typically) assist the purchaser in its processing.
You certainly want to ask about this if you are purchasing a new vehicle.
Clothing
Cinderella of Boston (Ladies' Shoes)
6452A Industry Way
Westminster, CA 92683
800-274-3338, 714-899-2020
714-899-2024
www.cinderellaofboston.com
info@cinderellaofboston.com
Ladies' Shoes in sizes 1˝
to 5; catalogs are available from the web site.
Dwarf
Outfitters provides t-shirts, sweatshirts, and hoodies designed
specifically for Little People, friends and family. These
comfortable shirts have clever dwarf-related sayings and are
available in clothing sizes from infant to 3XL adult.
Clothing Made For You
Beverly Knudsen, Owner
www.clothing4you.com
info@clothing4you.com
Custom tailored clothing - primarily for women.
Suits by Ralph Lauren
72nd & 867 Madison Avenue
New York, NY 10022
Phone - (212) 606-2100
Professional and distinguished dressing means serious business for short
statured men. The Ralph Lauren Store on Madison Avenue in NYC offers a selection
of ready-made superior designer dress wear in husky sizes that are, for the most
part, proportioned to fit an achondroplasts’ physique. Lauren features
distinguished suits, sport coats, dress shirts, belts and ties in the latest
styles and colors available today. The store also offers free custom
alterations.
Corby
Creations
218 North Dane
Williamsburg, KS 66095-8032
Voice – (785) 746-5495
corby@att.net
Custom-made LP clothing
that is of great quality and fits at off-the-rack prices. The custom-made
clothing includes sportswear, jeans, sweaters, dress wear, and coats.
Teresa Corbin-Gooding
Castro
Custom Footwear
835 E. Southern
Mesa, AZ 85204
Phone – (602) 926-4130
This company will make sandals, sneakers, cowboy boots, etc. The shoes come
in a variety of colors. The company has manufactured shoes for several famous
artists.
Luizzi Shoe, Inc.
1717 Main Street
P.O. Box 3163
Brockton, MA 02404
Phone – (508) 586-2407
Along with leather shoes, this company also has the ability to construct
custom-made sneakers. The choices include all white leather and suede. Prices
vary according to each individual and amount of work needed.
Livingsoft
Clothing pattern software
970 Cameron Way
Susanville, CA 96130-0819
Voice Mail – (800) 316-6354; (530) 257-1100
Fax – (530) 257-1111
Annette Schofield email -
annette@livingsoft.com
Bicycles and Toys
The Radio-Flyer Scoot-Along Trike
for the Tiniest Rider is light, easy to maneuver, and ideal for the smallest
rider. Features a wood body and seat, tubular steel handlebars, and red vinyl
grips that provide easy steering for little hands. They can be purchased
through most toy stores and/or ordered through Back to Basics Toys, Games, &
Hobbies.
To receive a catalog call (800) 356-5360 or visit
www.basictoys.com .
For a two-wheel trainer bicycle the
Diamondback Micro-Viper, requiring absolutely no modifications, is a
very solid sturdy bicycle. A perfect fit, heavy-duty quality, plus 12" wheels
with rubber tires can be purchased through sporting goods stores or go directly
to the Diamondback website for a photo and more detailed information --
Diamondbacks complete line of kids bikes can be located
at:
www.diamondback.com/dept.asp?deptid=8
Atherton Bicycles
Boyd Atherton
6101 Big Springs
Arlington TX 76001
Voice & Fax - (817) 478-5509
www.flash.net/~wheelthg/
wheelthg@flash.net
People Of
Every Stripe
Custom-made dolls
representing humanity
Barbara McIntyre & Edward Cooper
P.O. Box 12505
Portland, Oregon 97212
Voice – (503) 282-0612
Fax – (503) 282-0615
Making some of the most huggable and most loveable
dolls in the universe. the dolls with disabilities include achondroplasia
(dwarfism), blindness, hearing aids, prosthetic limbs, cannula breathing, IV
tubes, g tubes, trachea tubes, colostomy bags, and Down Syndrome. The
dolls also come in a variety of ethnic groups & skin colors and can have other
differences.
One Step Ahead
(0-3
years) NEW!
P.O. Box 517
Lake Bluff, IL,
60044-0517
1-800-274-8440 (To
Place an Order)
1-847-615-7236
(Fax)
1-800-950-5120
(Customer Service)
www.onestepahead.com
This company
has developmental toys, children's furniture, clothing, & lots of accessories.
Some of the highchairs and cribs are great for parents who are of short stature!
Leaps and Bounds
(3 years & up) NEW!
P.O. Box 517
Lake Bluff, IL,
60044-0517
1-800-477-2189 (To
Place an Order)
1-847-615-2478
(Fax)
1-888-203-2265
(Customer Service)
www.onestepahead.com/jump.jsp?itemID=118&itemType=CATEGORY&iMainCat=118&change=118
This company
has developmental toys, children's furniture, sports equipment, learning tools,
& lots of accessories!
Adaptive Devices
CARE4U - Aids for Daily Living
www.care4u.com
custservice@care4u.com
Care4U offers solutions for some problems that
individuals may face as they get older. The web site features items that enable
persons to remain active, independent and maximize the various aspects of daily
life. These products can be designed to facilitate every day activities such as
dressing, washing, grooming, cooking or eating.
"Bedside co-sleeper"
It's kind of like a porta-crib, with a side that folds down to mattress level so
you can reach the baby from bed. It converts to a playpen, and the fold-down
side makes it easier for short statured parents or wheelchair users to pick up a
child (or so the catalog says). The catalog lists it as item #2173NF, priced at
$189.95 US. Looks like an ordinary playpen with a bassinet on it, but one of
the sides folds down for either easier changing, or to put it right next to your
bed, and it is about the same level. It says it is great for wheelchairs or
people of short stature. Available through "One Step Ahead.” It comes with a
carrying bag for portability.
www.armsreach.com
Light Switch Extenders
These can be found in One Step Ahead catalog. They
also sell light switch extenders that glow in the dark.
Phone – (800) 274-8440
www.onestepahead.com/jump.jsp?lGen=detail&itemID=206&itemType=PRODUCT&iProductID=206
Bathrooms
American Standard Toilet
A special low toilet (tank & bowl) that's made especially for and used by
children in schools etc. American Standard sells them under the name "Baby
Devoro." This height of the toilet is only 10" from the rim (toilet seat) to
the floor. The standard toilet is usually 14" from rim to floor.
If you have a
modification that has worked for your family and would like to share it, please
send it in on the link below.
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