Financing
Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Loans at Low Rates
Acquiring a loan for your wheelchair van does not have to be as stressful as you might think. Our team specializes in locating funding for these vehicles/modifications, and has experience working with all kinds of financial situations. We can even help you find out what non traditional forms of funding you may qualify for.
One place you can always look to is local and county offices. In some cases, you may qualify for special grants or Vocational Rehab services. Some modifications may be covered under insurance or workman’s compensation policies.
If you are a Veteran, you should contact your local VA. They may do an assessment and depending on the circumstances, they have programs that will cover a portion or all of your mobility related expenses.
The team here at Access Mobility Vans is dedicated to helping you acquire your mobility independence, and is happy to assist you in finding the funding necessary to get you on the road.
Apply Online or In-Person
If for any reason you feel uncomfortable applying for credit online, that is no problem. You can download a printable application and fill it in by hand. Once completed you can mail it, fax it or simply drop it off. Other options include: giving us a call and we’ll take an application over the phone or stop in and fill it out in-person.
Resources For Financing Mobility Vehicles
Bank of America in cooperation with VMI is happy to assist in providing special financing For Wheelchair Vans.
BancLease Acceptance Corp. is another preferred lender that is happy to take the extra steps necessary to secure funding for conversion vehicles.
Pre-owned Vehicles:
DCU is a non-profit cooperative with more than 850,000 members throughout the country. DCU offers financing for mobility vans, trucks, and SUV’s through a vast network of Co-Op shared branches nationwide.
The Federal Savings Bank is a privately held veteran-owned, federally chartered bank. They are happy to help anyone who needs it find financing for their mobility vehicle.
Vehicles and Equipment
This guide provides information on the average cost of common modifications, which cars are best to accommodate them, plus additional resources and grants available in every state.
Veteran Financing
USAA works with Vantage Mobility International (VMI) to provide special savings to USAA members on Toyota, Dodge, Chrysler and Honda wheelchair-accessible vehicles. USAA members receive a special savings of $1,000 with the purchase of a new or used vehicle equipped with a new VMI conversion.
The VA offers many forms of assistance to veterans in need of mobility equipment. The most helpful in securing funding for a mobility vehicle are their grants for service connected disabilities. The two grants you should first inquire about are the Form 1394 (For the conversion of a vehicle) and the Form 4502 (For the purchase of a vehicle before conversion).
- Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs
- Just like the Federal VA, the Wisconsin VA has programs and staff dedicated to assisting veterans with mobility related needs.
Additional Funding Resources
- Members of the IRIS program from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services may qualify for funding towards a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV). Please contact your local mobility consultant for more information.
Mobility Vehicle Funding for Job Seekers
The Wisconsin DWD offers vocational rehab assistance along with a host of other resources to individuals with mobility related needs looking to get back into the job market.
The Wisconsin Governor’s Committee for People with Disabilities was established with one goal: to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities. They offer many resources that will help individuals obtain employment through nearly any disability related needs they may have.
WisTech provides information on selecting, funding, installing, and using assistive technology, funded under the AT Act of 1998, as amended.
The Assistive Technology (AT) Program through the Multiple Sclerosis Foundation may help locate, partially fund, or provide full funding for one of a wide range of devices. These allow those with MS to function more independently in their daily lives, as well as more easily participate in recreational, educational, and vocational activities.
Aging and Disability Resource Centers (ADRC). Your local aging and disability resource center (ADRC) is the first place to go to get accurate, unbiased information on all aspects of life related to aging or living with a disability.
Mobility Vehicle Funding for Children
Variety is a local non-profit that works with private donors and supporters to fund and deliver effective programs and provide grants to support their mission of Enriching the lives of children with physical or developmental special needs and their families.
SpecialKidsFund.org is a local charity that helps match donated mobility vehicles to deserving families and individuals.
Cerebral Palsy Guidance is an organization that can help with the locating of needed mobility equipment along with locating funding sources for that equipment.
Charitable Grants
The Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation is an organization that gives grants to those with neurological disabilities with the goal of enhancing their mobility.
The Christian Fund for the Disabled (CFD) is a matching grant program of Joni and Friends that demonstrates Christ’s love by meeting practical needs of people affected by disability. Grants are also available to help churches and Christian organizations start or expand their service to individuals affected by disability.
Disclaimer
All information on this page is subject to change at any time and without notice. Credit check required. Certain handicap van financing options are only available with approved credit scores and minimum down payment. The payment calculator only provides an estimate of the payment amount and should be used as reference only. Please call for exact financing options for your needs.