A mobility scooter is a convenient and simple way to improve the independence of those who would otherwise find it difficult to keep mobile.
Mobility scooters are fast becoming an essential aid for day to day mobility for the elderly. There are in the region of 250,000 scooters on the pavements and roads at the present moment in time.
They come is various styles, sizes and budgets to suit all potential users. However, buying a mobility scooter should not be rushed into. There are several things to consider.
Below is a list of such factors:
Three or four wheel
4mph or 8mph
Transportable or not
Maximum weight capacity
Maximum range that can be travelled per battery charge
Ease of operation
There are a number of benefits associated with owning a mobility scooter, two examples are:
Greater independence and returning to normal activities such as shopping.
Greater ability to move around the house.
Buying you first mobility scooter is a means to improving you quality of life, and can be considered to be an excellent investment.
As technology improves scooters are becoming cheaper to...