Nor-Cal Mobility Blog
"I had no idea where I could look for help when an accident totaled our van and left us helpless miles from home. Nor-Cal Mobility rescued us with a rental delivered! We were saved by Nor-Cal!" - Beverly B.
"Workmanship is absolutely outstanding!" - Bud R.
"Greg is our angel -- he is very compassionate, understanding and knows his business. Our family is very grateful! Thank you!" - Cathy M.
"The van was exactly what my wife wanted! Thanks!" - Chester K.
"Thank you for all of your help. I love my new van!" - Deborah F.
"Thank you for everything! We love our new van!" - Gary & Tracy S.
"Terrance was great! This process was frustrating and he was always there to help. Could not have done it without him." - Jerry F.
"Thank you for everything you have done for our boys. We appreciate how fast and easy everything went." - Judy L.
"Extremely courteous and knowledgeable staff. Should I ever need another special needs vehicle, I will, without a doubt, return to Nor-Cal Mobility for my vehicle." - Larry S.
"Alex is the best! He took such great care with Mom, made her feel very special and took lots of time explaining all factors to her and I." - Linda C.
"We had an excellent experience dealing with Al. He was very courteous and knowledgeable. We were very satisfied. Thank you!" - Lylliam D.
"Al was generous and absolutely accomodating. He was kind and patient." - Pacific Institute
"I am very happy with my van. It makes my life so much easier!" - Pam C.
"My buying experience couldn't have been better. Alex is great!" - Ray M.
"Terrance is a great salesman and helped us through all of the confusion. He is great to work with -- very professional and helpful. He gets an A+ from us." - Richard and Nelma B.
"Nor-Cal Mobility makes us feel like family!" - Robert W.
"I'm a very satisfied customer at Nor-Cal Mobility. Good place, good crew!" - Robin W.
"The people at Nor-Cal Mobility are just great to work with!" - Stephen C.
"Al and his staff are great! They are all very knowledgeable and demonstrated great customer service!" - Suzanne Z.
"Courtney was extremely helpful throughout the whole process and was impeccable in his follow-up. Because of his dilligence, I've already been able to recommend Nor-Cal Mobility to two other disabled persons interested in buying a vehicle." - Thomas L.
NMEDA
NMEDA is a non-profit trade association of mobility equipment manufacturers, dealers, driver rehabilitation specialists and other professionals dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and assisting with driving independence using wheelchair accessible vans, trucks and cars.
Monday, May 14, 2012 @ 8:31:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
On May 13, 2012, the voting period ended for the National Mobility Awareness Month Local Hero Contest. The next phase of the program is underway.
Thursday, August 11, 2011 @ 9:36:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
Children with special needs often need to use wheelchairs for mobility. Vehicles with special features are available or vans can be converted to accommodate them. The most important step is to start with an appointment with a mobility specialist.
Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 11:47:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
How much weight can your accessible SUV or van bear when fully loaded? Because SUVs and vans have a higher center of gravity than sedans or minivans, they are more prone to rollover accidents.
Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 11:44:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
At tax time, we want to squeeze out every deduction possible: medical, dental and that accessible van you bought.
Monday, March 14, 2011 @ 11:33:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
When your vehicle dies on the road or you have a flat tire or dead battery, you need help, especially if you are a person with disabilities.
Friday, March 04, 2011 @ 3:41:00 PM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
Wheelchair accessible vehicles and adaptive equipment prices can run from $5,000 to $60,000+. Thankfully there are ways to help pare that down to an affordable figure.
Friday, March 04, 2011 @ 3:36:00 PM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
Five tips will make a caregiver’s duties flow a little smoother: Learning about the condition, having the right equipment, seeking out support groups, accepting help when it is offered and patience, patience, patience.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 12:36:00 PM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
From extreme sports to wheelchair fencing (or rugby or tennis), there’s a team sport for those with disabilities. Most have been modified specifically for those with disabilities, including quadriplegia, multiple sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, cerebral palsy and many others.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011 @ 12:34:00 PM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
Frigid temperatures not only slow us down, but can slow our van and accessible equipment. Preparing equipment for cold weather is important to help avoid accidents and breakdowns.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 9:18:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
For almost every piece of equipment we see new, you can find pre-owned and/or refurbished for a lower price. Sometimes it’s a better piece than we could have afforded new. But there are pros and cons.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 9:15:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 1 comments
Regular maintenance of adaptive equipment and accessible vehicles may be mandatory for compliance with the terms of your warranty, and is vital for keeping your vehicle and equipment safe and reliable.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011 @ 9:08:00 AM - Written by NMEDA - 0 comments
Many of us have not read a driver license handbook since we were 16. For some, that’s more than 50 years ago. In that time, driving laws have changed and the law of gravity has caught up to us.It is time to remedy one of those problems – with a driving refresher or safety school.
