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Anyone here dealing with peripheral neuropathy?
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@steeldove
Hello!
John direxcted me to your post.
I have neuropathy and my doctors told me I can no longer drive.
I am thinking of retrofitting my car with hand controls.
Can you please tell me how I go about having it done?
You mentioned getting a drivng eval. Is that for insurance to help pay?
You also mentioned different kinds.
Lastly, if it is not too personal, what was the cost?
I understand that they type and year of car, as well as where I live will have an impact on the cost.
It's OK is you do not want to reveal that info, or, if you like, you can PM me.
Thank you!
Ronnie (GRANDMAr)
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@grandmar Ronnie, go to the Kempf website http://www.kempf-usa.com First look at the Customer Service page to see if any of your questions are answered there. Then, call Kempf to request a quotation. I do not know what factors are included in their quotations (My car is a 2013 Prius C), but the quote does include transport of your vehicle to the Kempf facility in Florida and return to you, and a lifetime warranty. I did not qualify for any financial aid (fortunately, a daughter who paid for the equipment as a gift for my 80th birthday!), but did get the impression from interactions with Martine Kempf that she's willing to work with you on price if you are self-paying. She answers her cell phone and responds personally to emails!
As to a driving evaluation, I gather that it varies from state to state. Here in Missouri, a doctor must order the evaluation. I suggest that you call your local DMV and ask about your state and/or county regulations concerning driving with hand controls.