Wheelchair Rentals & Medicare Wheelchairs in DuPage County
Regain personal mobility and safely navigate your home and community. Reliable Medical Equipment provides manual wheelchairs, lightweight folding transport chairs, and heavy-duty bariatric wheelchairs for rent and purchase across DuPage, Cook, and Will counties.
Available Wheelchairs for Rent or Purchase

Ultra-lightweight manual wheelchair designed for easy vehicle transport and independent mobility without sacrificing durability or safety.

Standard manual wheelchair with narrow 16-inch seat width, desk-length armrests, and swing-away footrests for tight indoor spaces.

Bariatric heavy-duty manual wheelchair featuring a reinforced 22-inch wide seat, heavy-duty frame, and elevating padded leg rests.
Should You Rent or Buy Wheelchairs?
Rent a wheelchair for temporary post-operative limitations, or purchase when a permanent mobility aid is needed.
| Comparison Factor | Renting Wheelchairs | Purchasing Wheelchairs |
|---|---|---|
| Use Case | Surgical recovery, sprains, visiting family (1–12 weeks) | Ongoing non-ambulatory status, permanent limitation |
| Cost Structure | Affordable weekly/monthly fee with no long-term commitment | One-time purchase or Medicare 13-month capped rental |
| Mobility Needs | Standard setup adequate for short-term transport | Customized seating, specialized pressure cushions |
Wheelchair Models We Carry
Medicare Coverage Rules for Wheelchairs
Short-Term Rentals by Week or Month
Local Repair & Maintenance Service
Helpful Guides for Wheelchairs
Same-Day Medical Equipment Delivery in the Chicago Suburbs: How It Works
The most stressful call we get sounds like this: "Mom is being discharged this afternoon and the hospital says she needs a hospital bed and a wheelchair before she can come home. Can you help?"
Hospital Discharge Checklist: Getting Medical Equipment Home Fast
Discharge day is chaotic. Nurses are reviewing medications, the case manager is arranging follow-ups, and somewhere in the middle someone mentions that Dad will need a walker, a shower chair, and probably a hospital bed.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wheelchairs
Do I need a prescription to rent a wheelchair?
No prescription is required for private-pay rentals. If you want Medicare or insurance to pay for the wheelchair, a physician prescription and clinical notes are required.
What wheelchair seat width do I need?
Standard sizes are 16-inch (smaller frames under 130 lbs), 18-inch (average adults up to 200 lbs), and 20-to-22-inch (bariatric or broader body types). We measure and help you select the best fit.
Can you deliver a wheelchair today?
Yes! We keep manual wheelchairs in stock at our Downers Grove warehouse for same-day delivery throughout DuPage County.