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NYC's Largest Physical Showroom of Quality Wheelchairs, Mobility Scooters,

Lift-Out Recliner Chairs,
Rollator Walkers, Canes, Pressure Relief Cushions, Bathroom Safety, Stair Lifts,
Hospital Beds & MUCH MORE!

Why buy blindly on the internet when you can test drive it at Gem?


WE ARE REPAIR EXPERTS!

While-U-Wait Service By Appointment

FAST PICKUP & DELIVERY

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GEM WHEELCHAIR & SCOOTER SERVICE


PROUDLY SINCE 1951

WE SERVICE EVERYTHING

WE SELL!

Gem’s staff serves the physically challenged community in New York City's metro
area as the most experienced in the repair and sales of all

WHEELCHAIRS, MOBILITY SCOOTERS, LIFT OUT

RECLINER CHAIRS, STAIRLIFTS, HOSPITAL BEDS, ROLLATORS, CANES, PRESSURE RELIEF
CUSHIONS, BATHROOM SAFETY EQUIPMENT,

BATTERIES & BATTERY CHARGERS TOO!

Authorized Dealers for all major manufacturers, just to name a few:

Amigo® Mobility, Golden Technologies, Pride Mobility, Go-Go®, WHILL, Travel
Buggy, Quantum, Evolution Rollators, Quickie, Jazzy, Enhance Mobility, Invacare,
MK Battery, Nova, Jay & Roho Cushions, 21st Century

Scientific, Permobil, TiLite, Luggie, Solax, Flex-A-Bed, Schauer, Hoyer Lifts,

Drive Medical and Bruno Stairlifts

Visit Shop!



WE PROVIDE IN-PERSON DEMONSTRATIONS


FREE CONSULTATION, WALK-IN ANYTIME DURING OUR SHOWROOM HOURS OR BOOK A TIME!

Visit our "brick and mortar" store to feel and test drive our hand-picked
selections. Choose the best model for you! Our kind staff is happy to greet and
provide you with our expert guidance.




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OUR SERVICES

Gem showroom & repair center, conveniently located in Fresh Meadows, Queens,
displays a huge

assortment of top-quality equipment, accessories and replacement parts,

making it NYC’s largest and BEST!

Thousands of clients in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx, Westchester, Long
Island and beyond have

trusted Gem's professional services since 1951!

Mobility Products



As the most experienced provider in NYC, we offer the sharing of our knowledge
to help you select from our huge selection of equipment for improved mobility in
and out of your home. Every Day can be your Independence Day! Let us help you
get out there!

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Parts Replacement



We stock 360,000 replacement parts! Need we say more?

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Repairs



We repair everything we sell! We will repair your equipment, even if you
purchased elsewhere! Make your appointment for While-U-Wait Service at our
Repair Center or ask us to arrange for fast and friendly pickup & delivery
service!

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ABOUT US

A "GEM" of a Story



Gem Wheelchair & Scooter Service is the longest continuously run family-operated
business in Flushing, NY. Founded by Edgar S. Bochner in 1951, Gem operated from
its Northern Blvd store for its first 51 years. The business later expanded to
its Union Tpke location in Fresh Meadows and, as of September 1st, 2024, Gem’s
73rd anniversary, boasts a modern and expansive showroom and repair center
located at 179-24C Union Tpke. 



In the 1950s and early 1960s, Ed and his team sold and serviced various home
appliances, including vacuum cleaners, sewing machines, and typewriters. By
1961, Gem had become the go-to repair specialist for manual wheelchairs
throughout NYC. With replacement parts scarce, Gem’s basement housed a
cut-and-sew shop where they crafted custom seats, backs, and armrests. The
chairs were stripped down, steam cleaned, and fitted with fresh upholstery,
making them look and operate like new. 



Battery-powered scooters, first manufactured by Amigo® Mobility in Michigan in
1969, have been a staple at Gem for the past 55 years. Gem also sells and
services scooters from other top suppliers like Pride Mobility, Go-Go®, Golden
Technologies, Luggie, Solax and WHILL.



 The early 1970s saw the mass production of motorized wheelchairs by Everest &
Jennings. The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 spurred significant
technological advancements in the industry. 



Today, Gem continues to offer cutting-edge repair services and sales evaluations
for major manufacturers such as Pride Mobility, Jazzy, Golden Technologies,
Quantum, Permobil, Quickie, Travel Buggy, 21st Century Scientific, and WHILL,
leading the way in independent mobility solutions.  



After a successful career at Bloomingdale’s and Lord & Taylor, Ed’s son Jeff
Bochner joined Gem in 1992, expanding their sales division. Jeff listened to
clients who had long relied on Gem’s repairs and services, ensuring they could
also trust Gem for product recommendations that best fit their lifestyle needs. 



Gem’s services now include the sales and service of lightweight folding
motorized wheelchairs and scooters, lift-to-stand recliner chairs, custom-built
special positioning rehab chairs, molded seating systems, rollator walkers,
canes, stairlifts, pressure relief cushions, bathroom safety equipment, and
daily living adaptive accessories.



At Gem, we love assisting our clients! Our caring and devoted team believes that
every day should be Independence Day, and we are committed to making that happen
for you. The Gem family mourns the losses of Ed Bochner in 2015 and our chief
mechanic of 40 years, Modesto Hernandez, in 2022.



We dedicate our continued service to their cherished memories. We take immense
pride in the foundations they built and will always strive to uphold and
continue the legacies they left behind.




OUR MISSION

Since 1951 Gem's mission has been to exceed the expectations of our mobility
challenged clients by providing them with expert repairs, quality wheelchairs,
scooters, walkers, lift-to-stand recliner chairs, stairway lifts, adjustable
beds, aids to daily living and home care supplies. We believe that every day
should be "Independence Day"


OUR PHILOSOPHY

Through our care and service we have rooted belief that everyday should be your
independence day! We aim to empower and provide mobility for all!


OUR PROMISE

Gem is family owned & operated since 1951. We promise that we will personally
listen to your special needs and concerns and suggest the best available options
for you, based on our unrivaled expertise.


OUR GUARANTEE

Gem stands behind every product we sell. We will provide you with our expert
advice and guidance, replacement parts and necessary repairs, whenever needed.
All manufacturer's warranties will be honored. We are a SMALL business that
places HUGE value on every one of our clients.

Customer Testimonials


OVER 90+ GOOGLE REVIEWS




OUR BLOGS


PREVENTING FALLS FOR HIGH-RISK INDIVIDUALS: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE

Falls are a significant concern for high-risk individuals, particularly seniors
and those with mobility issues. Implementing the right products can greatly
reduce the risk of falls and enhance safety.... ...more

Daily Living Safety

December 20, 2024•2 min read


UNDERSTANDING WHEELCHAIR AND SCOOTER BATTERY TYPES

The right battery is essential for the performance and reliability of your
wheelchair or scooter. With various types and sizes available, understanding
their features can help you choose the best one ... ...more

Batteries; Wheelchairs and Scooters

December 18, 2024•3 min read


GEL CELL VS. LITHIUM BATTERIES: WHICH IS BEST FOR MOBILITY DEVICES?

Choosing the right battery for your wheelchair or scooter is crucial for
ensuring optimal performance, longevity, and safety. ...more

Batteries; Wheelchairs and Scooters

December 17, 2024•3 min read

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GET IN TOUCH WITH US


Your professional personal representative will help you to determine the right
equipment for all your home care, mobility, accessibility, fall prevention and
personal care needs.



 * (718) 969-8600

 * jeff@wheelchairsnyc.com

179-24C Union Tkpe, Fresh Meadows NY 11366

 * Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm


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Gem Showroom & Repair center, located in Queens, displays a huge assortment of
top quality equipment, accessories & replacement parts, making it NYC’s largest!
Thousands of clients living in Queens, Brooklyn, Manhattan, Bronx. Westchester &
Long Island have trusted Gem's professional services since 1951!


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