Hi, my name is DiverselyAbl3d! I have an ultra rare condition, a physical disability that brings...

DiverselyAbl3d

I have an ultra rare condition, a physical disability that brings about complex challenges. As such, I require an extensively adapted standing wheelchair. I had a community wheelchair assessment and they were unable to provide suitable chair fit my needs.

I was wondering if anyone is/ has been in a similar position and whether you have any advice regarding avenues I could explore for funding please?

Also, did your housing situation directly impact the personal wheelchair budget?

Thank you

PotionsQueen

Hi DiverselyAbl3d,

If you receive the enhanced mobility rate for PIP then you will qualify for a Motability powered wheelchair. I noticed a section on the website about them and I am fairly certain they have standing wheelchairs. Worth a look, I know for my car they can make adaptations so perhaps they can for wheelchairs too? Definitely worth browsing the website and maybe giving them a call?

DiverselyAbl3d

Thank you for your kind reply, I do appreciate it. I have a WAV currently under the Motability scheme as such this wouldn't be an option for me.

mix_dage

https://forum.scope.org.uk/discussion/comment/990511#Comment_990511

Hi DiverselyAbl3d

You could perhaps try this website it has a list of funders for a particular standing wheel chair

https://geniestandingwheelchair.co.uk/funding/

DiverselyAbl3d

Thank you ever so much. Your post has so many possible options, some of which may be suitable. I really appreciate your kind help.

Kimmy87

You could also try:

https://grants-search.turn2us.org.uk/

Mary_Scope

Hi @DiverselyAbl3d and a warm welcome the community!

Scope also have some information on this here that may be helpful