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If he is a Veteran he may qualify for many other services and benefits.
Medicare did pay for a rollator walker. It is a basic walker but the height is adjustable.
My mother was fortunate to escape ever being in a wheelchair. So I can’t speak to that. Mom did have bad knees but wasn’t a candidate for surgery.
A Methodist church had opened up its doors for people who were evacuating New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina.
The church was a nice place to rest for a while before traveling onto Houston.
The pastor saw how tired Mom was and brought over a wheelchair for Mom to use.
When we finished resting and I brought the wheelchair back to him, this kind man said, “No, I am giving it to your mother.” I insisted on giving it back. He refused to take it. I will never forget his kindness.
Mom was blessed not to be in a wheelchair full time. The only time she used one was when she had to walk a farther distance than usual.
When Mom died we gave the chair to someone who needed it. Pay it forward.
I think I would also consider getting a portable wheelchair now - to make life easier for both of you when he visits. The manual type you push (not powered self-driven).
While Dad can transfer into a regular car, do that. Look for a lightweight, foldable wheelchair that fits into your car.
Try an equipment hire store but avoid getting talked into the most $$$. Hire a manual chair that fits his height & leg length for a trial. (The cost of a manual wheelchair is much much cheaper than powered).
Many people use a wheelchair 'part-time' like this for visits/outings.
Later, if required, you can look into a powered wheelchair. A person usually would have an OT assessment for a powered chair, as they need the dexterity, eyesight & cognition to drive it. It's a big step. May also mean having to using a wheelchair taxi service for transportation as too cumbersome for private cars. Cross that bridge later I think. Consider if the apathy & depression that is known to be part of the PD mix may be a hidden yet real factor for your Dad.
Wishing you the best for this next stage.
I would go to a store that sells durable equipment and run the scenario by them.
So it is very good question, maybe there will be more advice.
But I think his doctor along with team of specialists in neurology department will be able to come up with best solution.
What happens if a power wheelchair gets wet?
Water can cause electrical components to corrode and the power chair's frame to rust. Power wheelchairs should be examined periodically for signs of corrosion caused by water exposure, bodily fluid exposure, or incontinence. Damaged components should be replaced or treated immediately.
You can buy a waterproof cover to protect the wheelchair if it's in the rain on a trailer behind your car. Google "can my electric wheelchair get wet" for more info and tips.