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Mobility Component
Hi I recently gave my car back to Motability on the 2nd September. I was wondering how long it will be before I get my Mobility Component back. I am claiming ESA and PIP. My mobility component of ESA was £75.75 a week. Should I get this back automatically and how long should it take?
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I need a wheelchair but service is taking some time
hi all I’m Danny 54 years old I have Disability/Mobility problems. It has now come to pass I will have to use a wheelchair which has made me anxious and confused on what I need and the costs. I have been referred to the wheelchair services but the time waiting for a appointment and to receive a chair that is acceptable for…
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Aviva
I lost my rear end and slid, spun and hit the central reservation coming off a roundabout by a new estate. I called the breakdown number for Aviva and got cut off so attempted a repair with my 13 year old a passer by noticed (good Samaritan) I drove after the repair but there was too much noise i pulled over and finished…
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Hi Newbie here
Hi, this is my first post, has anyone used an Efoldi mobility scooter, and taken it on public transport (bus, train)?
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Mobility scooters
Hi All I looking for some information on mobility scooters that can fit in a car boot. Which are the better ones to get and use. I.E fold up types or the dismantle types??? Any information will be appreciated. Thanks Phil
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Hi, my name is jaceaxton_101022!
help I've had my mobility scooter stolen it has been returned with a lot of damage police said they'd flyer the area but they didn't do nothing I've had a heart attack recently I have diabetes milittis 2 strokes longitivity COVID 2 mini strokes pneumonia fused pelvis serious balance issues can any one help me to find a…
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2024 Euan's Guide Access Survey is now open!
I just thought I'd share this survey from Euan's Guide, for those interested (its a long survey, might take about 20 mins.) https://www.euansguide.com/get-involved/access-survey/ 2024 marks a decade of the Access Survey and in Euan’s honour, we’re asking anyone who has ever had to consider disabled access to share their…
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How do I get a certificate of entitlement or exemption please? Just received enhanced mobility PIP
Hi, my name is steve614walton, I have just received enhanced mobility for PIP, I have to renew my car tax on my car for the first time as registered disabled, I tried at the Post office as per instructions, I took all my paperwork to include blue badge, war pension documentation, log book, MOT and statement of entitlement,…
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Travel To Wembley Events
I am lucky enough to get a ticket to see Coldplay at Wembley with my wife (+1 companion). I have not been to an event for years and never at mobility scooter /accessibility areas. What is the best way to get there? We are considering car or public transport - however I have never been on a train using my mobility scooter…
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Travel insurance for my electric wheelchair 🦽
Hello, I'm Lizzie, old , broken and loosing confidence with every life event 🫣🥴😄 Can anyone advise me?? I'm going to be making my first journey to France in 20 + years. Then I could manage on crutches but I am now wheelchair dependent and it took a long time and help from a charity to buy the electric wheelchair that…
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Going away for a while, how to make sure scooter batteries are okay?
Hi, I have the same problem, I’m going on holiday next week for 5 months, my friend will put my scooter in her garage but as no power source, how can we keep the batteries charged? Thanks M
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Steering adaption warning.
Found out yesterday that if a car has been fitted with a steering wheel ball adapter and the person driving the vehicle doesn't have any medical issues for using one then it is illegal.If you need one on medical grounds then the insurance needs to know and also the medical condition must be added to your driving licence by…
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Help swapping a battery?
Hi ALL looking for technical help my old battery is a 36v 7.5 AH can i swap this for an ebike battery same voltage higher ah Thanks
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Hi there
You know how they R supposed to be giving vouchers instead of pip payments can I get a mobility scooter through the pip scheme still As I feel I need one at the moment as so much pain instead of walking just makes me feel worse off. I think it would help with my breathlessness 2 Where do I find out about this please Is it…
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disability points awards for blue badge?
I’m applying for a disability blue badge. on the online form it’s asking for my disability points awards. I don’t know this I don’t have the letter that shows this? Where or how can I find this out ?
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Help needed - Picking up a dog - Have no family or friends - Journey Help
Hi there, I have schizophrenia, stoma bag, anxiety, depression and lots of other things. I am picking up my pug dog next Friday, however it is really really far away (9h trip), and I have to plan everything, I already bought all the puppy supplies, the dog, and tickets. I have made a lot of notes guiding me through the…
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Hi, my name is ualresearcher!
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Made to get off bus in Manchester
For clarity, this happened in the afternoon, so my bus pass was valid. I was travelling on one of the Bee Network buses in Manchester the other day, when four inspectors boarded and asked to see tickets. I was the first person they approached. I showed my pass and they asked to see the ticket as well. I explained that, if…
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Hi, my name is sarebear! Waiting for Motability car
I ordered my moabiloty car in July still no updates anyone else have this problem
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Hi, my name is Naxky777! motorbility car was wrote off around 8 weeks ago, will i get a refund?
hi, wandering if anyone can help, motorbility car was wrote off around 8 weeks ago, I am due to pick new one up this coming week, just wandering will I get refunded the 8 weeks payment as I’ve had no car, thanks in advance for any help
