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Wheelchair Buyers Guide

Welcome to a basic introduction in choosing a wheelchair. In this wheelchair guide we will help guide you into choosing a wheelchair that is right for you.

Choosing a new wheelchair can be a daunting task, as there are so many designs to choose from. There are Electric Wheelchairs, Folding Wheelchairs, Rigid Frame Wheelchairs and the more specialised Sports Wheelchairs. The most common source of a first wheelchair is usually from a Wheelchair Clinic by prescription, or bought from a commercial wheelchair company.

When choosing a new wheelchair, you should always try more than one wheelchair before making your final choice. Also, you should take advice from occupational and physical therapists as to which types of chair you will need...

Disability Living Allowance

Disability Living Allowance - sometimes referred to as DLA - is a tax-free benefit for children and adults who need help with personal care or have walking difficulties because they are physically or mentally disabled.

The information in this section is a guide only. The office dealing with your claim can answer any questions you may have about claiming and receiving Disability Living

Adjusting to Disability

Becoming disabled through illness, injury, accident or a worsening medical condition can affect many areas of people's lives. This could be family, work, money and health. This article lists some of the things you need to think about.