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My mom will be turning 86 this year and plans on visiting Jerusalem in October 08.  She is mobile but may need a wheelchair from time to time.  Can wheelchairs be hired and are the more popular tourist attractions accessable by wheelchair.  Thank you for your assistance. 

Dear Elize,

It sounds wonderful that your mum and you will visit in Israel together. You are also coming in a great month that it won't be that hot.

There's an organizartion that spread all over Israel if you would like to rent a wheelchair for your mum. It's Yad- Sara- http://www.yadsarah.org/index.asp?id=198  There are many branched of this organization all over Israel and you are welcome to contact them.

you can also contact http://www.aisrael.org/Eng/Index.asp?CategoryID=55&ArticleID=60- it a non-profit organization dedicated to making Israel an accessible place for all , includingpeople with disabilities

hope my answer will answer your questions.

All the best,

Adi Porat- Tavor                                                                                                                                                                                                         Event Producer - simcha in Israel                                                                                                                                                                   www.simchainisrael.com

 We are so happy that your mother will be visiting us.  Even though Jerusalem is built on hills, there are many sites that are wheelchair accessible.  

For more information on possible itineraries, check out:  http://goisrael.com/Tourism_Eng/Tourist+Information/Suggested+Itineraries/Itineraries+for+People+with+Mobility+Challenges.htm

Yad Sarah is a large organization that loans out a wide variety of medical equipment, including wheelchairs.  You can also ask the concierge at your hotel for assistance regarding a wheelchair, as many of the large hotels have a few wheelchairs on hand and might be able to lend you one.

Have a great trip, we're waiting to welcome you.