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Published: November 15, 2007
Last Updated On: September 8, 2011
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Many of Sarasota County's public beaches are wheelchair accessible.
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As the nation’s top travel destination, Florida has extensive resources for travelers with special needs.
General Information
Society for Accessible Travel & Hospitality, or SATH, provides recommendations for travel agents and other resources to help travelers with disabilities plan their vacations. 561-451-0052, www.sath.org
Able Trust offers helpful links to disability resources throughout the state from Florida’s Governor’s Alliance for the Employment of Citizens with Disabilities. 850-224-4493, www.abletrust.org
Florida Disabled Outdoors Association provides resources on disabled outdoor travel in Florida. www.fdoa.org
Diabetic Assistance
American Diabetes Association offers information on traveling with diabetes, as well as a list of hospitals that offer services to diabetic travelers. 800-342-2383, www.diabetes.org
Dialysis Centers
Dialysis Finder’s web site lists center locations and maps by zip code. 866-889-6019, www.dialysisfinder.com
Scooters/Wheelchair Rental
Care Medical Equipment: Wheelchair and scooter rental, oxygen, other medical equipment. 800-741-2282, 407-856-2273, www.caremedicalequipment.com
Scootaround Inc.: Available in 120 Florida cities. 888-441-7575, www.scootaround.com
Beach Wheels
Browse our visitor information listings for destinations that offer beach wheelchairs and other services or information for the physically challenged. Unlike regular wheelchairs, these “beach wheels” have special tires that don’t get stuck in sand. Beach chairs are often provided at no charge and are available to anyone unable to walk or those who possess a handicapped automobile tag.
Accessible Vehicle Rental
Most major car rental companies including Hertz and Dollar Rent A Car, can, with advance notice, provide hand-control cars.
Accessible Vans of America:
- Miami location (Sunset Mobility), 800-240-9246, www.sunsetmobility.com
- Southwest Florida locations: Fort Myers 239-936-6333,.www.oceanconversions.com
Wheelchair Getaways:
- Available in Orlando, Bradenton, Sarasota, Tampa, St. Petersburg, Daytona Beach and Melbourne, 800-242-4990
- Fort Lauderdale, Miami, West Palm Beach, Pensacola, Jacksonville, Fort Myers and Naples, 800-637-7577; www.wheelchairgetaways.com
Disabled Parking Permits
Section 316.1958 Florida Statutes provides that motor vehicles displaying a license plate or parking permit issued to a disabled person by any other state or district subject to laws of the United States shall be recognized as a valid plate or permit. Information is at www.hsmv.state.fl.us/dmv/disabled_pkg.html
International travelers who have parking permits in their own country can purchase a temporary permit from any local tax office for $15. Information at floridataxcollectors.com.
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01/06/2012
Auke, try contacting the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau at 305-539-3000.
Flag This As Inappropriate01/02/2012
April 16th we'll fly to Miami and my wife needs a wheelchair, because walking for a long time is very difficult. I need the wheelchair from 17 to 25 April Please can you give me some information, p.e price etc.(we are from the Netherlands)
Flag This As Inappropriate10/27/2011
Lorraine, try contacting the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau at 305-539-3000. Best wishes!
Flag This As Inappropriate10/25/2011
looking to rent an accessible home with roll in shower in Miami area..cannot find any housing rental availabilities in south eastern fla at all!!
Flag This As Inappropriate09/22/2011
Eda Ruddock, North American director of leisure sales for the Palm Beach County visitors bureau, says Jupiter Beach Resort has the accommodations you need. Go to jupiterbeachresort.com or call 866-943-0950.
Flag This As Inappropriate09/19/2011
need a handicapp room with a roll- in shower near Jupiter,Florida
Flag This As Inappropriate08/01/2011
Hi Bill, You'll LOVE Sarasota's beaches! Their visitor's services site doesn't have an easy list to send, but if you'll call them or email them (800-800-3906 info@sarasotafl.org ) the can give you the info you need. Lauren Tjaden VISIT FLORIDA Beaches and Adventure Insider
Flag This As Inappropriate07/30/2011
We love to spend time in Sarasota and will be there later this year. I need to find which beaches are handicap accessable and have beach wheelchairs
Flag This As Inappropriate07/23/2011
Ginnie, I just wanted to add; did you know handicap vehicles get free access to the beach at Daytona? Cool, huh? Lauren Tjaden VISIT FLORIDA Beaches and Adventure Insider
Flag This As Inappropriate07/23/2011
Hi Ginnie, It was only half-a-question, but i assume you are asking about accessible beaches, etc, in the Daytona area. Check out this great link from their visitor's services! http://www.daytonabeach.com/accessible.cfm Lauren Tjaden VISIT FLORIDA beaches and Adventure Insider
Flag This As Inappropriate07/22/2011
I was wondering if there were any beaches in the Daytona , new Smyrn
Flag This As Inappropriate07/21/2011
Hi Celia, Sorry for the trouble you're having! It's so frustrating when you can't get the info you want. Here's a link to the Venice Chamber's Brohard Park, which has handicap accessible boardwalks, etc: http://www.venicegov.com/Park_links/brohard.htm The website has a big list of beaches you can click on to find which will suit you (and have the facilities you need). If you don't want to go through the whole list I'd recommend you call them (the number is on the website). I was going to call them for you but it's too late and they were closed. I hope you come and enjoy Florida. Lauren Tjaden VISIT FLORIDA Beaches and Adventure Insider
Flag This As Inappropriate07/21/2011
I find this website to be most unhelpful. I am trying to find a list of beaches near Venice FLA that are handicap assessable and get nowhere??
Flag This As Inappropriate06/20/2011
Hi Michsel, I called Pensacola Beach's visitors services, and they said Funny Cars(Soundside Centre Pensacola Beach, FL 32561,850- 932-4949)rents them. I called Funny Cars to verify but just got their recording, but you can try them again to make sure. Happy Beaching! Lauren Tjaden VISIT FLORIDA Beaches and Adventure Insider
Flag This As Inappropriate06/18/2011
Are beach wheelchairs available at Pensacola?
Flag This As Inappropriate06/03/2011
Hi Bruce, Sounds fun! Here's a link to hotels in Destin. Look for the 'ADA' symbol to find suitable rooms: http://www.emeraldcoastfl.com/accommodations/destin-hotels-motels/. For a specific suggestion, Destin on the Beach (1020 HWY 98 EAST P.O. BOX 577 DESTIN, FLORIDA 32541, 850-837-6181) is beachfront and has 10 accessible rooms. I'm happy to call the visitor's services on Monday - or you can, at 850-651-7131, to see what they recommend. Lauren Tjaden VISIT FLORIDA Beaches and Adventure Insider
Flag This As Inappropriate06/02/2011
Where to stay in Destin and get myself under an umbrella with a cold drink. Accessible beach.
Flag This As Inappropriate05/11/2011
Really surprised how far behind florida is providing basic disabled beach access. Vanderbilt beach without wooden planks or sand wheelchair. Standard way behind European locations such as canary and costa del sol.
Flag This As Inappropriate07/29/2010
Hi Jacquelyn, "Funny Cars" in Pensacola Beach (850-932-4949)rents them.
Flag This As Inappropriate07/24/2010
I would like some info about renting a beach wheelchair for my daughter. We are going to Pensacola Beach from 7/7 to 7/14. Thanks
Flag This As Inappropriate07/13/2010
I will be in daytona beach on July 17 and staying until July 24. I need to rent a electric scooter for my mom. Can you please tell me where I can rent one? I haven't had much luck in renting a scooter.
Flag This As Inappropriate06/07/2010
we are renting a condo July 30th to Aug. 8th at Clearwater Beach, FL . I would love to get a beach wheel chair so I could join the family on the beach. I have a tag . Can you tell me where to get one for free or where I could rent one
Flag This As Inappropriate05/16/2010
Looking for vacation home rental for handicapped in the keys for Dec 2010.
Flag This As Inappropriate05/07/2010
Looking to find information on the free beach wheels? Or rental information, need for 3 weeks in Siesta Key.
Flag This As Inappropriate03/12/2010
where can I use/rent beach wheelchair near Cape Coral, Fl?
Flag This As Inappropriate03/11/2010
I have a client that wants to know which beach is better for her daughter in a wheel chair, cocoa beach or clearwater beach.. also how does she go about getting a beach wheelchair if needed thank you Peg Forgotch at AAA Travel
Flag This As Inappropriate02/21/2010
I would like to know where I can rent a beach wheelchair for my son who had MD. We will be staying in Maderia Beach, FL
Flag This As Inappropriate02/18/2010
I would to request information on places to rent beach wheelchairs for husband we need them in St Augustine Fla Thank You
Flag This As Inappropriate02/17/2010
I would like some contact information in regards to free Beach Wheel Chair rentals. I am renewing my vows on Fort Myers beach, and our best man's sister will not be able to join in the festivities if we cannot locate one of these chairs. She does have a handicap placard, her wheel chair just will not work on the beach.
Flag This As Inappropriate12/09/2008
Where can I rent scooters for visiting tourist attractions in Florida?
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