Where Can I Get Equipment - Mobility Equipment 

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The need for Mobility equipment is assessed through the Physiotherapy Department at your local Hospital.  A Physiotherapist will visit your home to determine your needs if required.  You can arrange for a Physiotherapist assessment through your Doctor.

Wheelchairs are mostly provided through the NHS Wheelchair Service.  Manually operated or electric wheelchairs are available if you have a permanent or temporary need.

Voucher schemes are also available should you wish to upgrade to a higher specification chair.

Motability

www.motability.co.uk

If you receive the higher rate mobility component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA) then you are eligible to make use of the Motability scheme for obtaining a powered wheelchair or scooter, or to purchase or lease a car.

There are four main ways in which Motability can turn your mobility allowance into the travel solution for your needs.

  • A new car on a three-year contract hire lease.

  • A new or used car on hire purchase, over a term of two to five years.

  • A new or used powered wheelchair, or scooter on hire purchase, over a term of one to three years.

  • A new or used powered wheelchair or scooter on contract hire lease for up to three years.

For further information on the wheelchair and scooter scheme call route2mobility on 0845 607 6260.

For further information on the car schemes call Motability on 0845 456 4566.