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 me needs seems far away and in the meantime I’m stuck unable to get about. So have joined here to be part of this community to help me understand being new to this.
Danny
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Hey @Danny_C, welcome to the community 😊 There have been quite a few members who have gone through an experience similar to yourself. They will likely have far better insights than I will.
I'd just like to ask a few questions though that might hopefully help us find possible support?
I don't want to make any assumptions, so just to clarify:
Is the wheelchair service at your local hospital and is the appointment you're waiting for the NHS wheelchair assessment? Or has that already been done?Do you receive PIP at all?
I'm asking the first question just so we have a better idea of where in the process you are with the wheelchair service and I am asking the PIP question as there are some other ways to obtain mobility equipment 🙂
We do have an advice page on obtaining a wheelchair here: How to get a wheelchair | Disability charity Scope UK
I'll move this over to our transport and travel category for further wheelchair discussion.
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hi Jim
I am waiting for a nhs wheelchair assement and do get pip . Waiting for the assessment people to call me to answer some questions.
Danny0 -
Hi Danny. Nor sure if you are intending to buy a chair yourself. I have done so and the assesment is done by the company supplying the chair and not the NHS. I had one for my new chair in July. Thanks
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I bought one today as I really needed one to get around while I’m waiting for a assessment. From what I have read of nhs wheelchairs I will prob ask for a voucher and buy my own if you have a recommendation company please
Danny0 -
Hi Danny. The kuschall chairs start at £2000+ but are custom built to suit you. I live in scotland and use albion mobility or ablecare. Hope this helps
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