1. I have been approved for the Automobile Adaptive Equipment (AAE) Grants and Special Adaptive Equipment Grants as part of the VA's Rehabilitation and Prosthetic Services.
2. I have VA Form 21-4502 signed, approved & in hand.
3. I think that the Ford Transit Connect special purpose van (basically a Minivan) adapted for a Rear Entry wheelchair ramp & locking devises suits my needs best.
4. I do not need the much more expensive Honda, Toyota & Chrysler Minivans.
5. My problem is that I have been told by numerous BraunAbility WAV dealers (*) that the Ford Transit Connect is NOT approved by the Department of Veteran Affaires for the Disability Compensation - Automobile and Special Adaptive Equipment Grants.
a. (*) Specifically Carolina Mobility Sales, Charlotte, NC (Re-branded to Achieve Mobility Sales) & MobilityWorks, Atlanta Georgia.
6. Is it true that the VA will NOT approve the Ford Transit Connect for the AAE grants?
7. If so, please tell the reason!