ACCESS CARAVAN FOR HIRE

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My brother in law and close mate has been badly damaged by stroke. In his pre-stroke life he was a wool classer and buyer who just loved being in the bush. His wife, my sister has taken on the role of his full-time carer and is simply exhausted.
I would love to try to take him away camping as simply sitting by a camp fire or holding a fishing line just gives him so much peace.

I am trying to track down a van to hire as my idea may be a complete disaster or just not doable given the care and support he needs.

But I figure we can not stop trying. If any one has an advise for me on getting my hands on an access van for hire or loan, I would love to hear from you.

Peter
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Reply By: Member - Boobook - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 10:54

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 10:54
Peter there are lots of places that hire caravans and campers.

This little known resource should help

Also you forgot to say where you want it.
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Follow Up By: Peter C68 - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 11:07

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 11:07
Thanks Tony
I understand that there are lots of hire sites for caravans and camper trailers but I can not find one that hires access caravans - that is a van modified for someone in a wheel-chair.

By the way we are in central Victoria

Peter
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Follow Up By: ExplorOz Team - Michelle - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 12:26

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 12:26
how did you do that?
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Follow Up By: Keir & Marg - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 13:07

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 13:07
Google "disabled access caravans to rent" and you'll come up with lots of answers!!
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Follow Up By: Peter C68 - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 14:30

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 14:30
Thanks for the search tips but if you look closely they are either for the sale of disabled access vans or they are overseas sites.

I'll keep enquiring but if anyone hears anything please let me know

Peter
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Follow Up By: The Explorer - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 16:38

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 16:38
Michelle

go to imgtfy

Just type in something to search e.g exploroz and then preview - a google search animation is made for you - copy the link to pass on.

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Follow Up By: ExplorOz Team - Michelle - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 20:02

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 20:02
Gosh Greg I must be a marketing dinosaur now. Never seen that.
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Reply By: Ozi M - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 17:43

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 17:43
If you can't find a van how about a caravan park cabin in a bush setting.
This is a link to some parks
http://turu.com.au/wheelchair-access-accommodation-vic.aspx

Another alternative could be a farm stay, a cabin by a river somewhere in the bush may suit him
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Reply By: lancie49 - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 18:42

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 18:42
Peter, if you haven't already found them, perhaps give Accessavan a call.
They build the sort of van you're looking for.
There is no mention I can find on their web page about 'hire' vans but they would probably know of a business doing it if there is one.
Well worth a contact I think.....
https://www.accessavan.com.au/home.html
A great initiative you're taking on with this and I'm sure we all wish you luck and hope you can get your BIL out in the bush again.
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Reply By: RMD - Monday, May 08, 2017 at 19:26

Monday, May 08, 2017 at 19:26
Give Jayco a ring and explain what you wish to do. They possibly have demo or production vans which have a fold down rear door, complete withtoilet + shower and variable bed options. They may have one available for such reasons with a view to appraisal for catering for disabled people. They may value your positive input and practical suggestions when using the van.
Hope all works out for you.
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Follow Up By: lancie49 - Tuesday, May 09, 2017 at 00:16

Tuesday, May 09, 2017 at 00:16
Good point.
A Base Station / Toy Hauler type of van may well suit.
A bit 'industrial', but if it does the job....................
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