Hi, my name is mobility1! I need a rise and recliner chair with heat and massage

mobility1
mobility1 Online Community Member Posts: 1 Listener
edited July 2024 in Housing and independent living
I need a rise and recliner chair with heat and massage, I can't get finance and need help to purchase the chair. Any help would be appreciated 

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  • poppy123456
    poppy123456 Online Community Member Posts: 64,463 Championing
    Unfortunately, I’m not aware of any grants to help with the purchase of this. 

    If you’re claiming certain means tested benefits then you maybe able to apply for a small loan from DWP but this will need to be repaid back. 
  • Hannah_Alumni
    Hannah_Alumni Scope alumni Posts: 7,866 Championing
    Hello @mobility1

    Welcome to the community! :) 

    Scope has an advice page on 'Paying for disabled equipment and assistive technology' which you may find useful to read. 
  • Breacon
    Breacon Online Community Member Posts: 103 Contributor
    Hi Mobility 1,

    My understanding is, that if it is for medical reasons, then I think it will be funded for you, or this used to be the case, as the NHS & councils have no money, everything is much more difficult to get.

    But for medical reasons, I believe they can be provided, with out any cost to you.

    Your GP could refer you to OH, they will complete an assessment.

    But again I think this is on medical grounds, ie, skin integrity etc etc etc.

    I don't know your age, but do contact Age UK, they may advise, what steps to take etc etc.

    Good luck, 

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