Veteran Stories
“The ibot® PMD is more than just a power chair. It is independence and freedom of movement. It is the ability to live a life where I can overcome most barriers and enjoy more of what the world has to offer.”
Gary Linfoot, Army Veteran & ibot® PMD User
Why the ibot® PMD?
Standard Mode
Agile and comfortable for indoor use.
4-Wheel Mode
Drive over rough terrain like snow, sand, gravel, and curbs.
Balance Mode
Move and interact at eye level.
Stair Mode
Climb up and down stairs independently or with the help of an assistant.
Docking Mode
Compatible with the EZ Lock docking system for the ibot® to allow you to remain in the ibot® PMD while driving.
Remote Mode
Reposition an unoccupied ibot® PMD and climb up to 20-degree inclines for loading in and out of vehicles.
- The ibot® PMD can be a life-changing device for those who need it. Members of the ibot® PMD veteran community include, but are not limited to, people with:
Lower extremity amputations - Neurological conditions
- Spinal cord injuries
- Other mobility challenges
VA Sites With ibot® PMD Demo Devices
It is important to try several different wheelchairs before you decide which one is right for you. No wheelchair is a one size fits all and we want to be sure the ibot® PMD is the right product for you. Below is a list of VA sites with an ibot® PMD demo device available on site, for you to try and see if the ibot® PMD meets your needs.
| VA Facility | Location | ibot® PMD Awareness | Link To Facility Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chalmers P. Wylie Veterans Outpatient Clinic | Columbus, Ohio | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
| Malcom Randall Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | Gainesville, Florida | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
| Richard L. Roudebush VA Medical Center | Indianapolis, Indiana | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
| New Orleans VA Medical Center | New Orleans, Louisiana | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
| Raymond G. Murphy Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | Albuquerque, New Mexico | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center | Augusta, Georgia | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| James J. Peters VA Medical Center | Bronx, New York | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Louis Stokes Cleveland Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | Cleveland, Ohio | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Dallas VA Medical Center | Dallas, Texas | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Eastern Colorado VA Healthcare System | Denver, Colorado | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| East Orange VA Medical Center | East Orange, New Jersey | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Hampton VA Medical Center | Hampton, Virginia | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Edward Hines Junior Hospital | Hines, Illinois | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Michael E. DeBakey Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | Houston, Texas | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center | Long Beach, California | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
| Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr. VA Medical Center | Memphis, Tennessee | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center | Miami, Florida | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Clement J. Zablocki Veterans’ Administration Medical Center | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Minneapolis VA Medical Center | Minneapolis, Minnesota | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Palo Alto VA Medical Center | Palo Alto, California | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Richmond VA Medical Center | Richmond, Virginia | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Audie L. Murphy Memorial Veterans’ Hospital | San Antonio, Texas | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Jennifer Moreno Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center | San Diego, California | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| San Juan VA Medical Center | San Juan, Puerto Rico | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Seattle VA Medical Center | Seattle, Washington | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
| St. Louis VA Medical Center-Jefferson Barracks | St. Louis, Missouri | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Syracuse VA Medical Center | Syracuse, New York | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| Michael Bilirakis VA SCI/D Center | Tampa, Florida | ibot® PMD Demo Device Available | Learn More |
| West Roxbury VA Medical Center | West Roxbury, Massachusetts | Familiar with ibot® PMD | Learn More |
Don’t see your local VA listed? Contact us for more information about your local VA and their familiarity with the ibot® PMD.
Additional Support for Veterans
There are Veteran Service Organizations (VSOs) who staff accredited National Service Officers (NSOs) across the country.
These officers are able to assist you in this process of obtaining your ibot® PMD.
Disabled American Veterans
Paralyzed Veterans of America
Wounded Warrior Project
Frequently Asked Questions
It is recommended that you start by requesting a power wheelchair assessment from your physician, therapist, physiatrist, or neurologist (this person may be VA or non-VA). If you are seen at a VA Spinal Cord Injury & Disease Center, they may have an ibot® PMD available for you to see and/or demo. Reach out to Mobius Mobility for assistance in beginning this process.
An assessment by your VA healthcare team will determine if an ibot® PMD will meet your needs.
The cost of an ibot® PMD is completely covered by the VA for qualified veterans under Federal Supply Schedule contract #36F79721D0202.
If you are interested in a demo of the ibot® PMD, and are eligible for VA healthcare, there is an ibot® PMD located at 23 of the VA Veteran Spinal Cord Injury & Disease Centers across the country. In some cases, Mobius Mobility may be able to provide a demo at your local VA or your home, and you are welcome to visit our main location in Manchester, NH. Demos are also possible at many of the events and expos that Mobius Mobility participates in. Check out our Where to Find Us page to sign up for a demo at an event.
You do not need a doctor’s prescription to demo an ibot® PMD.
No. Veterans using the ibot® PMD have a variety of medical conditions that impact their mobility including: lower limb loss, MS, SCI, ALS and others.
You should be honest with your clinical team about your needs, and how the ibot® PMD can help improve your health, independence, and quality of life. Learn as much as you can about the ibot® PMD so you can actively participate in the conversations.
If you still have questions about the ibot® PMD and would like to get in touch with our veteran relations or community management team, please contact us.
