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Fish Insurance
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Wheelfreedom have partnered with Fish Insurance, the UKās leading mobility specialist insurance company, in order to provide our customers with a range of insurance options for their wheelchairs and mobility scooters.
Product Profile: Pride Jazzy Zero Turn Mobility Scooter.
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The latest in Pride Mobilityās Jazzy range is available at Wheelfreedom!
This revolutionary boot scooter offers unique dual-motor technology, enhanced traction and a turning circle like no other boot scooter on the market and is available for both long term hire, and to purchase.
2017 Clearout
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As another year draws to a close, it is time for a clearout here at Wheelfreedom. We have a selection of ex demo, and ex hire, scooters and non-prescriptive powerchairs on sale at rock bottom prices. There are a limited number left, so once they are goneā¦ they are gone.
Xmas opening times 2017
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The festive season is here again and now is the perfect time to make your plans for hiring a wheelchair if you have any disabled relatives visiting, or if you just wish to get out and about and join the Christmas celebrations yourself. Thankfully Wheelfreedom are delivering wheelchairs nationwide in the run up to the most wonderful time of the year.
Happy Birthday Wheelfreedom!
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Last week saw Wheelfreedom turn 10 years old! The company was founded in 2007 by Giles Donald and Henry Cheape after experiencing, first hand, many problems when trying to hire a quality wheelchair. They were amazed to find that there was a lack of quality and convenient options on the market, with very high prices, poor customer service, old stock and long waiting lists, making the whole process difficult. This experience led to the birth of Wheelfreedom.
St Andrews Day
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On Thursday 30th November, it is St Andrewās Day. Due to this we would like to advise our Scottish customers, and those traveling to Scotland, to take into consideration that there will be no deliveries or collections on this day within Scotland.
We would also like to wish everyone a Happy St Andrews Day.
Wheelchair users struggle to find the right chair
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A recent study has found almost a quarter of wheelchair users have had to buy a second wheelchair, as the one they had previously received had been unsuitable or uncomfortable. This was followed in the subsequent report by the news that only half of the respondents had actually found a wheelchair they were happy with within a year.
Government Forced to Change PIP Rules:
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A recent court ruling has resulted in the government being forced to change the rules for PIP applications. These changes are expected to benefit thousands of people by seeing them granted higher disability rights. A major change to the application is the decision to scrap rules based on how āunlikelyā a person was to come to harm, and instead, judges have ruled that the DWP should base these decisions on how serious harm can be for the individual, not how likely. Changes like these will mean that a lot of people with conditions such as epilepsy have a much smaller chance of getting rejected for a claim. These changes will also see many existing claimants benefit in various ways.
Product Profile: Invacare Fox Modulite
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The original Invacare Fox was released in 2015, a good quality, affordable, entry level powerchair. This model has now been upgraded with the inclusion of Invacareās Modulite seating. It is the latest in Invacareās range of SMART powerchairs, combining itās advanced Modulite seating with the revolutionary LiNX control system providing a comfortable ride and consistent performance. But what exactly is Modulite seating? And what can it do for you?
Appealing a PIP decision
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We published, in a previous blog, about the difficulties surrounding government changes since DLA became PIP. Many applicants for PIP have found themselves rejected initially for funding, only to be accepted upon appeal, with no change in circumstance. If you have found yourself in a situation like this, where you feel you have not been awarded the funding you feel you are entitled to, and want to appeal the decision, then continue to read, as we will outline the basic process for appealing a decision through PIP.
Product Profile: Sunrise Medical Quickie Puma 40 Powerchair
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Newly supplied by Wheelfreedom, the Puma 40 is a high-end, truly configurable powerchair. Available with lift, tilt and recline on Motablility, this chair offers the unique option of either front and rear wheel drive, allowing the user full control to choose a style which best suits their lifestyle. Choice is a key characteristic for the Puma 40, with other options including your choice of electronics system, with options such as advanced and the powerful R-Net controls.
NHS Wheelchair Services: Wheelchair Budget Reform
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On Wednesday NHS England hosted a wheelchair budget marketing engagement event at the London Oval, an event to which Wheelfreedom, as a supplier, was invited to learn about the proposed changes and provide feedback. This provided an opportunity to learn more about the future of wheelchair services and how wheelchair budgets will look in the future.
Trade Days 2017: What It Means for You
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On Monday, we attended Trade Days 2017, an annual event exclusively for those who work within the manufacture, supply and retail of home care, independent living and assisted technology. This trade event allows us to witness first-hand exciting new equipment and ideas, meaning we can keep you up to date with all the latest news and forthcoming products.
Wheelfreedom Ahead Of The Curve With LiNX
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Invacare are launching the second phase of their revolutionary LiNX system of powerchair controls at the annual Trade Days event on Monday 9th October, and following an exclusive preview from Invacare, we can bring you the lowdown on what these exciting new features mean for you.
PIP and How the Benefit Changes Could Affect You.
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In 2013 the government went about changing the long-established DLA (Disability Living Allowance) with a new system, PIP (Personal Independence Payment). This week saw the last of those waiting for their PIP application letters receive them ā as everyone moving from DLA to PIP will receive a letter by October.
OT Assessment Service Demand Increase
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Over the last few months Wheelfreedom have seen a constant increase in demand for our OT assessment services. Partnered with an experienced Occupational Therapist, we offer an OT consultation service for those needing high-level pressure care and postural support on powered and manual wheelchairs. This service is ideal from everything from a manual Tilt in Space chair, through to high end, custom built powerchairs.
UN Committees examination of the UK on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
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Across 2017, investigations and examinations have taken place across the UK. These investigations, run by a designated committee of the UN, were designed to look at a wide range of laws, policies & practices, with regards to Disabled rights across the country.
Summer Bank Holiday
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Summer is here (even if the weather has been trying to say otherwise) and this means summer bank holiday is coming up.
Wheelfreedom will be closed for bank holiday Monday, meaning, if you need to place an order, we wonāt be able to deliver until after we are back.
We will resume business as usual, with normal working hours on Tuesday 29th August.
New Pride i-Go Folding Powerchair
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We often get enquiries from people after folding powerchairs that can easily transport in the back of their car, without the need for an adapted vehicle, ramps or hoists. Until recently, the choice has been limited - traditional "folding" chairs are far too heavy, often even for two people to lift. Invacare's popular Esprit Action 4 NG has been the only powered wheelchair that is truly transportable - but as a prescriptive built-to-order chair, costs over Ā£3,000. Pride's new i-Go fills this niche - a more affordable chair that is easy to transport.
Closing Early - 4th July
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We are closing early at 5pm on Tuesday 4th July for a staff training event. If you are collecting or returning a wheelchair or scooter from our depot, please ensure that you arrive prior to this time. For further information, please contact us on 0800 025 8005.
New Boot Scooters from Pride and TGA
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This week has seen three new boot scooters released, the Zest and Zest Plus from TGA, as well as the Apex Lite from Pride Mobility. We profile these new products, and how they compare to others in our range.
New Invacare Scooters!
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Invacare have just unveiled their range of new scooters - the Orion Metro, Orion Pro, Comet Pro and Comet Ultra. These modern and stylish scooters have been completely redesigned with advanced features and performance, making them amongst the most impressive models on the market.
Introducing the Cabin Car
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We are delighted to announce that we are now suppliers for the new Cabin Car - the ultimate mobility vehicle for those transitioning from a car. Fully enclosed from the elements, it boasts luxury car-like features such as a heater, windscreen wiper and reversing camera to give you a driving experience closer to that of a car than a traditional mobility scooter.
Wheelfreedom Supporting Quantum Star
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As a leading supplier of Quantum powerchairs, we were delighted to help when asked to support Quantum Rehab UK's latest Quantum Star, Rhea. The youngest Quantum star so far, Rhea was full of smiles at the official handover of her Q6 Edge 2.0 at Chessington World of Adventures.
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