lap belts

[Alina Denton]

Hi, I was wondering if anyone had any advice on a good lap belt for a wheelchair that is difficult for the person using it to open. I have a student who is opening his own belt during the school day and while on the bus.  We are going to try using something to cover it for right now but I would like to just get something better. 

right now he just has something like this, small and worn from tons of use. Maybe just a larger one would work? 

we looked at this but think it is probably a little too restrictive (a.k.a a pain for caregivers) 

Thanks!

Alina Denton MS/OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

Walton Central School

(607) 865-5220 ext.4221

[Libby LePinnet]

pictures didn't come through, feel free to email me them. Here are a few ideas: covers, bus like seat belt clips, thigh straps instead or move the seat belt clip to the side where the student can't reach it but adults can.