Handicaps Inc

Specialties

Vehicle modification for the disabled and wheelchair users. Manufacturer of Superarm Lift for wheelchair, scooter and power chairs that fits in mini vans, vans, Sprinters, RV’s Motor homes, Coaches and diesel pushers. SG4 Hand controls, Left foot gas or accelerator, Portable Hand controls and a variety of other adaptive driving equipment for vehicle or van conversions.

Creating access to life since 1959. Equipment designed by the disabled user for disabled users. Family owned and operated, and proud to create products Made in the U.S.A. A NHTSA modifier who’s products are purchased by the VA or veterans administration.

History

Established in 1959.

Founded by Jerry Kittle after a 1954 car accident left him paralyzed from the chest down. Jerry designed Hand Controls for himself to be able to drive & access life and care for his wife and 6 month old daughter. Others patients in rehab asked him to design equipment for them, tailoring equipment to their specific needs. In time, Jerry designed a full range of products for driving and loading adaptation for vehicles, evolving from the old platform style lift to his more versatile design, Superarm lift. Jerry’s daughter Geraldine and Son in-​law Donovan worked with and eventually took over the business as owners before Jerry passed away in 1999. Now Jeanenne, the 3^rd generation continues on as Sr. Installer and Sales Director having worked in the business most of her life. The business today has dealers throughout the US, Canada, and Norway. The family and staff continue the proud tradition of manufacturing and installing mobility driving equipment for a full range of vehicles.

Meet the Business Owner

Geraldine and Donovan O.

Business Owner

Donovan and Geraldine have been a husband and wife team for over 40 years both in their personal lives and in business together. Donovan heads up production and running operations of the physical side of the plant. Geraldine manages the business and office and is CFO.

Geraldine is the daughter of the founder and has been involved since the company’s inception. Along with owning and operating the business, Geraldine continues to care for her aging mother and is well versed in senior needs.

In addition to his business responsibilities, Donovan finds time to stay involved with the community in many ways. Donovan volunteers and serves on committees to aid the Disabled and serves on a committee focused on Veterans assistance.

Donovan & Geraldine co-​manage the company with their eldest daughter Jeanenne who is the Sales Director and Senior Installer with the company.