Buying an Accessible Lawn Mower
For many DIYers, the experience of mowing the lawn is enjoyable, the epitome of spending time tending to their lawn and helping it thrive. Unfortunately, that enjoyment can seem out of reach for those with disabilities or mobility issues.
Luckily, there are a number of solutions for different types of accessibility limitations, and mowers ranging from expensive zero-turn riders to simple push models can be modified to accommodate almost any need.
Before we go further, we want to acknowledge that there are many types of disabilities, and the experience of every person struggling with limitations is unique. We haven’t compiled a universally comprehensive list, but we have highlighted a few options that might generate discussion and help you find the perfect fit for your needs.
We’ve included both modified mowers and mowers designed with accessibility in mind. Whether you have severe mobility issues or plan on continuing yard care while aging in place, we hope this list is helpful. We’ve also included links to other resources, where appropriate.
Here are some factors to consider when shopping for an accessible lawn mower:
- Manufacturer support: Some manufacturers embrace accessibility and their customers with disabilities. We’ve tried to highlight products from companies with good records, but that can be difficult because a company may have excellent support for those with hearing loss, and nothing for those with mobility issues, or vice versa. Our best advice is, research the manufacturers on your own to see if they’re addressing your specific concerns.
- Community support: If you have a connection to other people with similar physical constraints, you may find that someone has already done homework on this topic. From YouTube videos to internet forums, there are communities sharing DIY solutions for almost any accessibility issue.
- Consider the whole picture: When selecting an accessible mower, it’s not simply a matter of finding controls that fit your capabilities. Think about what you’ll need in order to maintain and store the mower. What about getting fuel? Identifying the full range of tasks and challenges you’ll face will help you in your research.
- Payment assistance: Some mower accessories may be eligible for tax discounts or covered by insurance. For example, in Texas there is no sales or use tax when purchasing any “Adaptive device, such as equipment used to modify a farm tractor” with a doctor’s prescription. Whether you can apply such a tax break to your mower is a question for your health care or tax professional.
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