[myvacation]

Okay here s my deal.
I'vebeen on this mousebuzz thing for a while, and I love it. I've had my vacation planned for 8 months. All payed for the whole thing!!!HIPHIPHURRAY
Anyway the 5th of feb I was told that I have breast cancer. The next monday I had both breasts removed. I MAY be starting chemo before our March 31st trip; but they may wait until I get back. Here is the question, are there wheel chairs to rent there or something like that. I really do get tired fast and I want to keep up.
I have a great attitude and I feel good, no crying here. I just need to know what my options are at the resorts and the parks.
Plus there is NO WAY i'm not going!!! Mickey can perk up the whole family!!!!!!!!!! Thanks

[Ready2Go]

Yes you can rent them. All my best to you

From: Walt Disney World Resort - Wheelchair Rentals


For your convenience, limited rentals are available for Guests with disabilities. Wheelchair and Electric Convenience Vehicle (ECV) rentals are available for a fee of $10.00* for Wheelchairs and $35.00 ‡ for ECVs with a refundable deposit of $5.00. Quantities are limited and subject to availability. Also, ask for the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities, and visit the Guest with Disabilities section of this site.

For Guests who require a wheelchair rental for multiple days, we offer a Length of Stay rental ticket where you make a one-time payment transaction for as many days of rental that you will need. Wheelchairs are available for $8.00* per day. Upon visiting a Theme Park, simply show your receipt at the stroller rental location and you will be expedited through the queue with little or no wait time.

Magic Kingdom® Park:
Rentals are available at the Stroller Shop inside the Park entrance. Also, ask for the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities at City Hall.

Epcot®:
Rentals are available on the east side of the Entrance Plaza and at the International Gateway. Also, ask for the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities at Guest Relations on the east side of Spaceship Earth.

Disney-MGM Studios:
Rentals are available at Oscar's Super Service just inside the Main Entrance. Replacement wheelchairs are available at the In Character Costume Shop. Also, ask for the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities at Guest Relations.

Disney's Animal Kingdom® Theme Park:
Rentals are available at Garden Gate Gifts. Also, ask for the Guidebook for Guests with Disabilities at Guest Relations.

Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park:
Wheelchairs are welcome at Disney's Typhoon Lagoon; however they are not available for rent.

Disney's Blizzard Beach Water Park:
Wheelchairs are welcome at Disney's Blizzard Beach; however they are not available for rent.

Downtown Disney® area:
Rentals are available at Downtown Disney West Side Guest Relations, at Downtown Disney Pleasure Island near Mouse House, and at Downtown Disney Marketplace Guest Relations.

Walt Disney World® Resorts:
A limited number of wheelchairs are available at each Resort for Walt Disney World® Resort Guests. Contact Guest Services or the Front Desk for assistance. A $315 deposit will be held on the Guest room account, charged only if the wheelchair is not returned. Guests wishing to guarantee the use of a wheelchair throughout their stay should contact local area rental companies to make arrangements.


* A $250 credit card imprint is required for deposit when renting a stroller or wheelchair at Downtown Disney®.
** ECVs are not available at Resort locations.
‡ A $500 credit card imprint is required for deposit when renting an ECV at Downtown Disney®.

[Daisee]

First of all let me say.. YOU ARE SO BRAVE!! I wish you the best of luck with your treatments.

Here is a link I found.. I hope it helps!

Walt Disney World Resort - Wheelchair Rentals

[Daisee]

Man you people are fast someone beat me to it..

[BDavis932]

Hi MyVaction. I'm so sorry for everything you've been going through this month. That is a LOT to take in a very short time. You sound so positive which I'm sure helps make the battle a little more bearable. I'm sending up some hugs and pixie dust to you right now.

To answer your question, you can rent WC's and ECV's in the parks, but it is on a first come basis. I know when I checked in to it before, they have many companies in Orlando that will bring one to your hotel room and you keep it for the week. It was at least half (if not more) less than renting one at the parks. And you will be able to use it at the resort and between the busses, etc. If you get the kind that collapses easily, maybe that would make traveling on the busses easier.

You're definatley correct, Mickey does a world of healing.

[Ready2Go]

Originally Posted by Daisee

Man you people are fast someone beat me to it..

[llama]

I just want to say how much I admire your bravery and attitude throughout this whole ordeal. You will be in my prayers for a complete recovery.

What a trooper you are! I hope you can work things out and that your trip is fantastic! Bless you!

[Dopey]

Well, your question has been answered, what I can say now is that I wish you all the best. I love how your are positive. Sending you pixiedust and good wishes.
A friend of mine went through the same thing you described 2 years ago and she is doing wonderfully.

[NJMommy]

I know your question has been answered, but I just wanted to let you know that you are in my prayers! Your upbeat attitude is wonderful! Have a great time in Disney!!!

[unamadreditre]

I just wanted to chime in with more thoughts and prayers.

I really admire your having such a positive attitude. I'm sure it will take you a long way to aiding your recovery.

I hope you have a wonderful trip. WDW is wonderful for leaving your troubles behind and just enjoying the magical moments with your family.

[Dana]

I admire your positive thinking and strong will. That is half the battle right there. Your questions have been answered, but I just wanted to include myself on the well wishes, prayers and pixie dust being sent. Feel free to chat about this whenever you feel the need. you will find our mousebuzz family very supportive. Every one of our members are just a private message away if you ever need to talk about anything. Sometimes it's easier to get out your feelings online and to someone you haven't met before...you would be surprised.

[ddoll]

Good for you, myvacation!! I don't know you, but can tell from your post that you're spunky!!! I know you will have one a heck of a good vaction.

[beachlovers5]

In May I rented an ECV with a SUN CANOPY to protect me from the sun (I have Lupus) for the entire week from an outside company. Email Aatourist@aol.com. (They have a website too-just search for AA Tourist in Orlando, FL) They will beat the price of any competitor by 10%. I found a place that rented them for $150/wk., so they beat the price and I added the sun canopy for a total of $160 for the week. It was waiting for me at my resort in bell services when I got there. I returned it at bell services when I left. It was completely awesome-had a basket on the front, was almost brand new and plenty of space at your feet to store cooler w/ drinks, etc. You can wait in line in almost every ride que while sitting-you can't beat that!! Don't risk renting one at the park when they may already be taken by someone else. Good luck w/ your recovery-my mother-in-law is a 16 yr. survivor w/ a double mascectomy too!

[beachlovers5]

[quote=beachlovers5]They will beat the price of any competitor by 10%. I found a place that rented them for $150/wk., so they beat the price and I added the sun canopy for a total of $160 for the week. QUOTE]

Here are some more companies from the disney site-check prices, find the cheapest then contact AATourist for a good rate. I initially found them on the disney site.

AA Tourist Rentals offers “stay-cool canopies” (800-941-4662, 407-767-9651) orlandoscooterrentals.com, ScootAround, Inc (888-441-7575) scootaround.com offer rentals. Wheelchairs, electric scooters and medical equipment can be rented from CARE Medical Equipment (800-741-2282, 407-856-2273) caremedicalequipment.com or Walker Medical and Mobility Products (888-SCOOTER, 407-518-6000) walkermobility.com. Scoot Arama (877-RENTECV, 877-736-8328) scootarama.com offers mobility scooter rentals from $25 per day and includes a canopy, basket and free delivery. Travel Rite (407-210-3868), travelritescooters.com, provides small, light mobility scooters for rental and purchase.

[iluvwdw]

I just wanted to add to this thread and say how I really admire your bravery! You have such a great outlook and you seem to be in such good spirits!!! And I agree..there's nothing a WDW trip can't fix! I am sending prayers and pixie dust your way and I hope for your full, speedy recovery. God Bless You!