Wheelchairs

Do you borrow a wheelchair when at the shopping centre?

Do you have trouble walking longer distances?

Are your hobbies limited because of your walking?

We can help!

 

What we offer:

- Comprehensive assessment of your mobility and home environment. 
- Discussion with you on potential wheelchairs that may be beneficial, e.g. manual or powered.
- If a powered wheelchair is recommended, further assessment of your physical and cognitive factors such as hand function and
  problem solving will be completed.
- In-home or in-store equipment trial.  
- Report writing and sourcing of quotes for your funding body. 
- Liaison with or engagement of other health professionals such as your GP or a physiotherapist. 
- Set-up of the wheelchair. 
- Education on safe use of the wheelchair, including transportation. 

 

Examples of common wheelchairs:

- Manual wheelchairs including both self-propelled and transit wheelchairs. 
- Powered wheelchairs.
- Custom wheelchair accessories including lateral supports, back rests, etc.