Garage
Click on a item in the garage to find out more information about how it can support you.
Or read more information about equipment to keep you safe and independent, including care technology (such as pendant alarms and sensors).
Mobility scooter
Mobility scooters can be useful if you struggle to walk or are disabled, need to travel long distances, and are able to get on and off a mobility scooter easily
The Motability scheme allows some disabled people getting Disability Living Allowance (DLA), Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or War Pensioners Mobility Supplement (WPMS) to obtain a car, powered wheelchair or scooter.
You can rent or buy equipment from some commercial companies, but it's important to take independent advice to ensure you make the best choice. See advice under ‘Manual wheelchairs’.
Disabled Living Foundation has information about scooters.
Road safety
The number of people using powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters has increased in recent years. Before taking one of these vehicles out on to the road or pavement make sure that you have a good understanding of the rules concerning their use and that you undertake training.
Highway Code rules for users of powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
DVLA guide to registering powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
Code of practice for Class 3 vehicle users from the Department of Transport.
Things to consider
How often you need to use a scooter and what you need it for (road or pavement)
Does it need to fit in a car?
Where will you store it?
Think about maintenance and repair costs
Will you be able to steer it? Some have special levers to steer if you have arthritis in your hand
Which? has advice on choosing the right mobility scooter
The Research Institute for Disabled Consumers has advice on choosing a mobility scooter