Empowering Childhood Exploration: Customized Power Wheelchair for a Child with Respiratory Equipment

Client's Accessibility Challenges

The client, a three-year-old child, was confined to a small area due to his respiratory equipment. This restriction significantly limited his mobility and his ability to interact with his surroundings, which is essential for his social and physical development.

• Respiratory Equipment: The need to carry ventilator and suction equipment limited mobility.
• Confined Environment: Was confined to a crib, unable to explore like other children his age.
• Developmental Concerns: Lack of mobility hindered his ability to engage in normal childhood activities

Why the Right Solution Was Crucial

Finding the right mobility solution was essential for the client’s physical and social development. As a three-year-old, his ability to explore and engage with his peers was key to his development. A mobility solution that could integrate his respiratory equipment and increase his independence was vital for his growth.

• Normal Childhood Activities: Regained the ability to explore and interact like other children.
• Peer Engagement: Essential for his development to keep up with peers and learn through interaction.
• Increased Independence: The right mobility solution allowed him to move freely while being connected to necessary respiratory equipment.

How Eclipse Mobility Helped

We worked closely with the team at Shriners Hospital to provide a comprehensive solution that enabled the child to move freely while carrying his respiratory equipment. The multi-powered power wheelchair we provided was customized to hold his ventilator and suction devices, significantly improving his mobility and quality of life.

• Personalized Solution: Delivered a multi-powered power wheelchair to hold respiratory equipment, increasing mobility.
• Team Collaboration: Worked with the therapist and support staff to ensure the child’s needs were met and proper training was provided.
• Smooth Process: Ensured the delivery and setup were completed smoothly, with follow-up support for the child’s development.

Overcoming Challenges & Ensuring a Supportive Experience

The journey wasn’t without its challenges, especially with insurance denial for some necessary items. However, through persistent teamwork and collaboration, we were able to secure the necessary equipment without incurring unnecessary out-of-pocket costs for the family.

• Insurance Challenges: Worked through insurance denials to ensure coverage for all necessary equipment.
• Team Effort: Collaboration with Shriners Hospital’s team ensured that the solution met the client’s needs without delay.
• Seamless Delivery: The client was excited about the delivery, marking the beginning of his enhanced mobility and exploration.

Life-Changing Results & Long-Term Benefits

With his new multi-powered wheelchair, the child’s world expanded significantly. He could now explore different parts of the facility and engage with his environment, promoting development and learning.

• Increased Exploration: He was no longer confined to a crib and could access many parts of the facility.
• Developmental Growth: Gained the ability to interact with his environment, which is critical for his learning and growth.
• Long-Term Mobility Support: The wheelchair will support his development and provide mobility for the foreseeable future.

 

At Eclipse Mobility, we are committed to providing mobility solutions that empower children and adults to live fuller, more independent lives. Whether it’s a customized wheelchair or respiratory equipment integration, we are here to help you navigate life’s challenges with the right solutions.