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how do I get money for a powerchair when i'm too ill to work??
emeraldjane
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Hi my name is emerald and I suffer from constant head pains, fainting/dizzy spells,just having little to no energy and anxiety. Recently my health has gone completely downhill and I've found it really hard going out without a wheelchair, trouble is my partner is also disabled (they use a walking stick) and my mom has bad back pain so I don't have anyone to push me and i'm too weak to push the wheels myself, also I feel like I've completely lost my independence as I have to rely on other people to push me that's why i'm currently trying to save up for a powerchair, I've started a gofundme and tweeted for people to help me with the cost, i'm on benefits but as i'm sure all of you know it barely pays my rent let alone a powerchair! I was wondering if anyone has any advice for how I could get the money for this powerchair or if anyone could help share the gofundme link? Thankyou for reading this!
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Hi and welcome,You say you're claiming benefits, do you claim PIP or DLA?Power wheelchairs can be expensive especially if it's just for outside use. Have you thought of a mobility scooter? These are so much cheaper and you can buy them new starting at about £400. Less if refurbished. See link. https://livewelltoday.co.uk/mobility/mobility-scooters/all-scooters.html?keyword=mobility scooters&gclid=CjwKCAiAwZTuBRAYEiwAcr67OeNOV3sD7XEQ0o1vXgZ9fK97h58q52c2vNf8I9A6lYcuF_ozBwj0bBoCX68QAvD_BwELink here also for grants but i don't know if there's anything here suitable for you. https://www.bettermobility.co.uk/charity_funding_options.phpAs a community champion here on scope i'm afraid scope do not allow links for gofundme but i do wish you good luck with your funding for that. Do take a look at the mobility scooter link i posted. The cost of those will be far less than a powerchair.
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Hi @emeraldjane and a very warm welcome to the community! It sounds like things have become really difficult for you. Have you had an NHS wheelchair assessment? You can get a referral from your GP.
Please do let us know how you get on.
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Have you tried the NHS wheelchair services,you need get the support of your GP,that’s how I got mine.
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