The Wheelchair Scheme

A fulfilling and rewarding lifestyle can be dependent on something as simple as having choices.

Getting a powered wheelchair or scooter through the Motability Scheme gives you the freedom to choose.

Whether a simple change of scenery, some fresh air, seeing friends, an afternoon at bingo, or a trip to the shops, being able to choose what to do and when to do it, can make a real difference.

Through Motability, you can turn your mobility allowance into a mobility solution.  With an extensive range of scooters and powered wheelchairs available to suit all needs, being stuck indoors could be a thing of the past.

The Motability Powered Wheelchair and Scooter Scheme is available by contacting us on

Freephone 0800 783 41 19

Choosing Your Product

The Scheme offers an extensive range of scooters and powered wheelchairs for all needs. Choosing the product that best suits you can be daunting but we can help you every step of the way.

The first thing to consider is whether a scooter or powered wheelchair is the right option for your mobility needs.  The information below will give you a good guide, and we are here to advise you further as part of an overall assessment.

A scooter may be suitable for you if:

• You have reasonable sitting balance
• You can transfer from a sitting to standing position independently
• You can drive the scooter independent of any help
• You possess sufficient shoulder and arm strength and movement to operate a handle bar style control
• You possess sufficient vision, perception and hearing to operate the scooter safely.

A powered wheelchair may be suitable for you if:

• You need to be hoisted into your product
• You may damage your shoulders and arms by using a handle bar style control unit
• Or you require any of the following:
  - Dual controls (where someone else is required to help control your powered wheelchair)
  - Any form of leg rest or support
  - Joystick style controls

Assessing Your Needs

The first step to understanding your mobility requirement is to discuss your needs;
We can arrange to visit your home at a convenient time for you to explain the Scheme to you in detail. You will have the opportunity to ask all the questions you need to about the Scheme, payment options and the products that are available.

The specialist will ask you some questions to help understand which scooter or powered wheelchair will best suit your needs. You will have the opportunity to test a range of products which will be brought to your assessment.

You will then be given advice for the best solution for your needs. The specialist will complete an assessment form for you to check and sign, you will be given a copy for your own records.If you then decide that you would like to order a scooter or powered wheelchair, the specialist will explain the sales process and help you complete an application form.

Suiting your product to your lifestyle

To help us understand which scooter or powered wheelchair will be best meet your needs, we may ask you some questions such as:

How far, and where do you most typically travel?
Will you need to use the scooter or powered wheelchair on the road?
Do you need to use the scooter or powered wheelchair indoors, outdoors or possibly both?
Do you have a safe and secure place to store your scooter or powered wheelchair when it is not in use?
Will you need to put your scooter or powered wheelchair in and out of a car?
Your answers to these questions will enable us  to advise you on the best solution to meet your needs.

Choosing a Payment Option

The Scheme offers an extensive range of scooters and powered wheelchairs for all needs. Choosing the product that best suits you can be daunting but we can help you every step of the way.

Hire Plan - for total peace of mind

With the convenience of a single monthly payment, no advance payment is required, and includes breakdown cover, insurance, warranty, tyres and batteries, the Hire Plan really is a worry-free solution.

Purchase Plan - if you prefer to own the product

Regardless of its many advantages, the Hire Plan does not suit everyone.  The Purchase Plan is commonly chosen if you prefer to own your scooter or powered wheelchair, or if you need special adaptations and are therefore unlikely to change your scooter or powered wheelchair within 3 years.  Remember that you will also need to organise and pay for breakdown cover, and extended warranty cover you choose, servicing and repairs.

Once you have chosen which scheme you wish to join, you then agree to pay all or part of your mobility allowance, depending on your choice of wheelchair or scooter. If the agreement doesn't use all of your allowance, the remainder will be paid to you in the usual way.

The Hire Plan

  The period of hire is 2, 3 or 4 years. A single monthly payment that includes all essential requirements (i.e. maintenance, insurance and breakdown).

Maintenance
You will receive full maintenance cover for consumables such as tyre and battery replacements.

Insurance
This plan includes comprehensive insurance cover and you pay only a small excess in the event of vehicle theft, accidental damage or a third party claim

Breakdown
You will also receive breakdown cover with the hire plan. The wheelchair or scooter is returned at the end of the agreed period with no further costs incurred. Accessories purchased with the wheelchair or scooter can be included in the monthly payment.  

Benefits

• All inclusive worry-free package
• Total peace of mind
• No maintenance worries
• Independence.
  

The Purchase Plan

Features

Purchase Plan terms can range from 1 to 3 years. Comprehensive insurance is included for the duration of the finance agreement.  You pay only a small excess in the event of product theft, accidental damage or a third party claim.

You are responsible for maintenance and repairs to the wheelchair or scooter including batteries and tyres. You are also responsible for breakdown cover and any extended warranty. At the end of the agreement you will own your wheelchair or scooter. Optional extras are available which include: A service contract to fund the cost of annual service for the duration of the purchase agreement. Accessories to compliment the scooter or powered wheelchair, such as rain cover, stick holders or cape, etc.

Benefits

• You will own your scooter or powered wheelchair after the agreement is fulfilled.
• The scooter or powered wheelchair usually comes with a one-year manufacturer warranty that will protect you against the cost of serious manufacturer defects during the first year of ownership.
• You have comprehensive insurance.