How I Camp in a Wheelchair in My Wheelchair Friendly Trailer, Part 1: My Braun Under Vehicle Lift
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- čas přidán 6. 08. 2024
- In Canada, summer is camping season. But camping is tricky in a wheelchair. For years I stayed with my parents in their trailer when I camped, but that meant getting lifted in and out, helped into the bathroom and basically totally dependent on other people the whole time I was camping. That was frustrating for me and not a tonne of fun. Then my husband and I got a giant tent and used that. But that meant no bathroom near by and freezing cold nights (not my favorite).
8 years ago we bought a trailer that was a small toy hauler that has an ideal wheelchair friendly layout without the "adapted" price tag. When we first got it I needed help getting into the trailer and also help into the tiny bathroom. That was better than having no trailer, but I was still frustrated not having total independence. 2 years ago I found a lift for the trailer and figured out how to use the bathroom completely on my own. Camping is now completely accessible and I couldn't be happier!
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Your can do attitude is inspiration for a many.
Thank you!
That’s pretty cool. I like the lift idea instead of a ramp. Just a thought, you could put magnet on side of camper then one on the door to hold the door open. Also a string tied on inside of door near the handle then attached inside the camper would allow you to pull the door shut from inside. As a wheelchair user myself I appreciate the work you did so you can still go camping. I have looked at campers with ramps or lifts built in, but I love your diy. Thank you for sharing.
You're welcome! I love the magnet idea! Definitely going to do that! Genius!
It only about 17 months since my wheelchair life, my situation is somewhat different from yours I have used of my right leg so not All of your procedures apply but they do give me ideas and your courage and and skills inspire me to continue and not Give up, much love to you
I guess I had never read the full description before on your camping "journey". We tried camping once, but my wife hated it so we never did it again - always hotels thereafter. I applaud your persistence on sticking with it! I do miss the fresh air & starry skies! Thank heavens for nice friends with cabins/cottages!
gotta keep going to figure out how to make it more fun!
Thanks so much for your video. When I saw the inside of your trailer my first reaction was WOW this a beautiful trailer.
My wife is in a wheelchair ♿️😄. Again thanks so much for your video
You're welcome! It's really not a beautiful trailer lol. It's small and old!
I was so intrigued by how chair-friendly your trailer is now, that I watched a video today by the Keystone RV Centre that showed their wheelchair accessible travel trailer. Not nearly as useful as yours became they use a ramp instead of a lift. It isn’t independently accessible because it doesn’t achieve the 1 inch to 1 foot rule. Plus I cringed when they compared it to loading a motorcycle into it. And they call the entranceway a cargo room. That always pisses me off! The barn-door to the bathroom is kinda a nice touch. Overall, I much prefer the way you guys made your trailer accessible!
Thanks! i think it works pretty well too!
So happy for you. The power ramp is wonderful for you.
Yeah it is life changing for sure!
So cool Brittney!! We love our motorhome but a lift is for sure the next on the list cuz I feel so bad for Randy carrying me in and out everytime. Love that you were able to get on on Kijiji!! I'll be keeping my eyes out.
Definitely look for one! It's the best!
After I watched this video, the CZcams Algorithm showed me one by someone called “Dude RV”. Yours is so much better, what with the side railing, the moveable remote control, and that really nifty lil automatic panel at the end which prevents you from rolling off the end. Yours is very slick and great! I can see why you now enjoy camping!
pretty lucky finding such a great lift for my trailer!
Love it! I want one so bad!
Look on kijji! Or even look for old vans that might have one! I bet an old accessible van would be less expensive than a brand new lift!
love it, thats amazing.
Thanks!
Thank you so much.
You're welcome!
Excellent, and a good deal on the lift! My partner is wheelchair bound with less abilities and uses a specialized mobile chair. I am researching toy haulers with a ramp and roll in showers. Dune used to produce but they are in AZ and I’m in FL. You’ve got a great set up, enjoy and love long and prosper friend!
Good luck finding something that works for you! It took me three years before I found something perfect so be patient!
So cool!
Thanks!
Hey Brittney...I ran into you looking for was to camp with disabilities. Though I'm not yet in a wheelchair yet,, eventually I may.. in the meantime...I have mobility challenges with stairs, and hubby and I want to travel full-time on the road. Stairs are a genuine barrier. I can get up and down, but with great work! So, seeing THIS LIFT...was amazing! Thank you so much. Blessings to you. LUCRETIA
I am so glad you found my video helpful. The lift sure has been a life saver for me! Good luck with your travels!
Just subscribed to your CZcams channel! What a beautiful infectious laugh in your intro video! Beautiful couple.
That’s a wicked lift! Nice setup!
Thanks! Happy to meet you:)
@@EmpoweredPara you do know me! We’ve met lots of times at Reyu & sci-Ab events etc lol
@@rodsacreage7218 lol oh. I couldn't reqlly tell from your picture! Now I see!
That would be awesome. Money is always an issue.
My wife and I just watched a bunch of your videos, SO inspiring for our son with SB!! Thank you for making these, we love your attitude and can't thank you enough for sharing this with us! Can I ask, was installing the lift extremely difficult? I'm sure there was a lot to it and I'm lucky to have some mechanically-inclined friends, but would love to know how brutal it was.
Regardless, thank you again for taking the time to film and post, we're subscribed now and will continue to follow!! Keep kicking butt!!
Thank you!! The lift was easy to install. Just a few bolts to the frame of the trailer. My husband knows more lol. You can email me or DM me on Instagram or Facebook and we can talk more!
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@@EmpoweredPara Thanks for getting back to me so quickly and That is SO kind of you to offer to connect!! We're figuring out a few things but we'll be in touch soon and again, my most humble and sincere thanks!!!
Ty my new friend i need this i have 1 leg i in a chair too Ty now i see if i can fine one Ty very much
You're welcome!
Hello! I watched your video with much interest as we are also looking for an hydraulic way of getting into our camper. I have a fear with this type of lift who looks so convenient: I think the whole system should be around 400 lbs? So isn't it a heavy weight to carry behind the wheels and all on one side? How is the driving? Thank you for sharing.
it is even heavier I think, maybe 800 lbs. It is fine driving for us. It reduces the clearance under thr trailer which was the worst part. We had to flip thr axels to get a few more inches of clearance. If you are buying a trailer look for one that is high off the ground. The weight is pretty insignificant unless you have a tiny trailer.
Hi, I’m investigating the option of adding. UVL to my toy hauler to accommodate my daughter’s wheelchair. Can you tell me if it’s still working for you? I’ve been looking for a used UVL and am having difficulty finding one.
It works awesome still. Have had it for 5 years I think and no issues. Feel free to email me and I can pass any questions you have onto my husband who knows more about the lift than I do! empoweredpara@gmail.com
What is the trailer brand? The entry door looks much wider than most trailers I’ve looked at.
Its a Cherokee. It is a standard size door. It just looks wider in thr video.
What site did you get up on to find this lift. We also have been looking for a used vul series and have had no luck so was wondering where you looked. 😊
We want it for our camper as well.
I found it on kijiji!
It’s obvious from your various videos that your husband has clever mechanical skills and is far from being an ‘all thumbs’ person, so the real question here is how did he manage to get his thumb in front of the camera lens at 1:43? I tried every which-way with an iPhone and the best I could do was the second knuckle on my index finger, lol! How many thumbs does that guy have!!??
lol well we have samsung phones but I have no idea how he did it. I was like what the hell didn't you notice your giant thumb when you were recording? Done is better than perfect though haha. And yes he is super handy which I am very thankful for
@@EmpoweredPara: Whoa, what a tag line! “Don’t just take a picture, put your thumb in it with a Samsung Galaxy! You can’t do THAT with an iPhone.” Ok…well I’ll polish that up a bit….
New subscriber here hope we can support each other