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High Quality "Wheely Walkers"
My mother needs a new wheelie walker. She has a basic three-wheeled one (I personally consider the three wheel ones to be totally unstable and almost dangerous) and did not like the four-wheeled one that I bought her a few years ago. It seems to me that most of these walkers that are sold by disability shops are really…
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I'm going on holiday on a plane for the first time in years and need advice
I am worried about the long distance from checking in my baggage to the airport departure lounge. there is no way I am going to be able to walk that distance in the short time I have. And what is worrying me is this new EU's Entry/Exit System (EES). I have heard of the horror stories and see the videos. There is no way I…
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Hi, my name is kenny95! Long-time Motability user
hi all just joined
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Getting a car PIP enhanced
Hello, I’m considering getting a car as I believe it would give me a lot more freedom and conserve energy instead of getting buses etc. I recieve enhanced PIP rate and I’m considering whether to get a car via the mobility scheme or sort things myself through an independent dealer. Money would be quite tight each month if I…
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Electric wheelchair buying tips
hi, does anyone have any good websites or shops to recommend as I’m trying to privately buy an electric wheelchair and I don’t feel comfortable using places like eBay where I have to pick up from someone else’s house.
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Greeenpower Unique 500 technical manual
Does anyone know where you can buy/download or get sight of a technical manual for a Greenpower Unique 500? Thanks
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Hi, my name is Binster1920! How do I get the vehicle tax exemption certificate?
Hi everyone my car needs to be taxed!! I’m on high PIP how can i get the tax exempt certificate? I’d be very grateful if you can help me out regarding this matter please. Bindy
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Motability Foundation
Hello Everyone I would like to find out how people have been finding the experience with Motability Foundation (grants team)? I have had an awful personal experience and wondering how many of us are out there who feel like the team have not listened to their concerns and feel treated unfairly? I am in the process of…
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My design for a modern electric wheelchair
Model Estimated Price Range UK Context AeroFold Travel Edition £2,960 - £4,290 Similar to premium foldable chairs like TGA Whill F on the NHS/retail market LuxeLine White/Gold £5,850 - £9,360 Luxury tier — comparable to Permobil or Quickie high-spec models with power seating TerraTrek X Off-Road £7,020 - £11,700 Extreme…
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My design for a mobility scooter
Here are the specs: Spec PP4 Standard PP4 HD Reason Max user weight 120 kg / 265 lbs 160 kg / 353 lbs Reinforced chassis + motor Total weight 17.5 kg 22.8 kg Thicker frame, bigger battery Weight w/o battery 14.2 kg 18.1 kg Still liftable in 2 parts Motor 250W hub 350W mid-drive + gearbox More torque for hills + weight…
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Copied From Motability Forum
The government have introduced a service which, amongst other things, allows you to check the rate and length of your benefits award and download proof of entitlement. It is particularly useful at the moment for claimants who want to check their personal independence payment (PIP) award to see if they have been given an…
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First time flying - severe cp' -oxygen hire- transfers
Looking for advice specifically around oxygen hire, transfers and managing flying for the first time with a complex child please 🙏 Our son is 2 and half , gmfc level 5, immobile, non verbal, with epilepsy, Tof/oa, dystonia, severe gastroesophageal reflux, visually impaired, chronic lung disease, gastro jejunally fed and…
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Before Satnavs in cars we had .......
Can you imagine trying to get from A to B - Using a cassette ?
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Hi, my name is Daver4745!
I s just boughta Greenpower fastest 4 wheel mobility scooter and the rear brake locking device ( parking brake) is not locking canu by replacement parts any where ??? for these
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Hi, my name is GD800! Why can't you change the speed of a mobility scooter?
on new models their is no swich to change it to 15mph
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Pip car tax
Hi, we are struggling to run 2 cars so are keeping my partners car as it’s newer and more reliable. Can I use my tax exemption on her car as I will no longer have one.
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How many left ?
Anyone who knows anything about cars, will be amazed to hear that the, once, common as muck Vauxhall Cavalier is just about gone. I had 2, in the 80's, so did my Dad and half of my street. https://www.howmanyleft.co.uk/vehicle/vauxhall_cavalier says that there are currently just 3 left taxed in the whole of the UK.. Could…
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Would I be able to cash in my enhanced PIP for a Motability car?
Even though I was medically disqualified from ever driving nearly 23 years ago, and would possibly have to hire a designated driver? One of the residents here, who was 61 on Tuesday has one, even though he doesn't drive it himself as he can barely walk without a frame. One of the staff drove him up to Leeds for his…
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upgrading the GreenPower JH500 mobility scooter
I am currently looking for anyone who has done upgrades with 3rd party motors and control like the ZHOZHUT 350W-1800W Electric Tricycle Motor sold on amazon. however i dont know if the mount points will line up with the differential or if the spline count is the same
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Hi, my name is Bill54! Bolts for Monarch Smarti scooter
Hello all I have scoured the internet for the bolts that hold the seatback to the seat and allow it to fold on a Monarch Smarti scooter. If anyone knows where I can buy them or what size thet are {not M8} I will be eternally grateful
