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What are different types of wheelchair lifts that can be installed into a minivan? Please include cost options I need to find out more information on purchasing a wheelchair lift for my minivan. I have a handicapped 5 year old daughter and I know nothing about wheelchair lifts, the cost etc. I need something that I can use a long time (as she grows, the wheelchair will also). Please give me a good local (Portland OR) resource, information, or just your experience/knowledge on the subject. Specifics... #1 What are the different types? #2 Where (Portland, OR) can I get one within a week? #3 What is the range in cost? ... (Asked by kdk23)
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Hello, in my experience the lift depends on the make/model of the minivan and the model of the wheelchair. There are an assortment of lifts out there as you might have noticed and most places have them in stock and ready to ship. For a lift that will be able to accommodate a growing child you're probably looking at around $1000+ installation. I pulled the pricing information from: http://www.discountramps.com/wheelchair_lift_page.htm . On a side note those lifts (the Harmar) come with 3 year manufacturer warranty which is longer than most. Also, here is a little ...(Answered by Mike N)

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Is anyone in Portland looking for a specialized school for their children ages 2.5-6 with AUTISM? We started a school for children on the autism spectrum in September 2006. It is a sensory immersion school focusing on the hyper/hypo sensitivites, social skill work based on relationship development, cognitive skill building based on kindergarten benchmarks, language development using sign language to aid in spoken language and nutitional therapy. Check out our website www.schoolofautism.com We just want to get the word out. I personally was desperate to find a program that fit my son...I in turn, helped create one. ... (Asked by schoolofautism)
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Do you know of any schools in Portland that specialize in the autistic spectrum for children 7 years and older? We have conssidered moving to Portland and would love to know what you can tell us. Thanks....(Answered by Bruce R)

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jobs to work with the developmental disabled in the portland, or area? I now work with the developmental disable as a adlult trainer. Work with bothe severe and high funtioning adluts. Worked both in the group homes and now at the employment dept. ... (Asked by bow-wow)
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contact civil service for jobs with the state government and contact workships and other private agencies that work with people with disabilities. Your local state Division of Vocational Rehabilitation services can tell you where you can get a job as a job coach...(Answered by kadel)

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