How to use the Guides
We hope this Guide will be useful for the disabled community, the elderly or those who look after people with mobility difficulties.
We supply thousands of items for the mobility market, including disability related kitchen supplies, adapted bathroom equipment, wheelchairs and many other devices designed to help people maintain their independence. Just Good Prices also stock orthopaedic supports to assist in the recovery from a range of physical injuries.
Given that the impact of any information expressed on our site can vary widely based on your particular circumstances, you should always carry out your own research into the product that is of interest to you.
Each guide section has a link (bold printed text) simply click the link for more information, on your chosen subject.
Money, Tax and Benefits
This section will help you find out the range of benefits, tax credits and other disability-related financial support which are available. We provide our site in good faith but we can't and don't warrant the completeness, truth or accuracy of the information. The information that you read on this site is a great starting point for your further research into what suits your particular needs Always get professional advice when dealing with any money matters
VAT is a tax that you pay as a consumer when you buy goods and services in the European Union (EU), including the United Kingdom. In the UK the standard rate for VAT is 17.5% . Disabled people don't have to pay VAT to qualify for zero-rating, the goods or services must be supplied to an individual for their 'domestic or personal use', and not for the general use of other able bodied persons. The product also must qualify for zero-rating,
Please see our Money, Tax and Benefits guides for more information.
Mobility Scooters and Batteries
For many people who have experienced difficulty with walking, a scooter is a great benefit to restore mobility. Most scooters come with a swivel seat, allowing easier transfers from sitting to the standing position.
Outside, the scooter will not be a stable as a power chair, especially when turning the scooter at high speed. Exercise good judgment and slow down when turning or travelling on unfamiliar ground.
Please see our Mobility Scooters and Batteries guides for more information.
Wheelchairs and Walking Aids
A wheelchair can be a wonderful liberator someone with a spinal cord injury can get around as quickly in a wheelchair as someone else can by walking. Walking Aids can provide increased comfort, safety, peace of mind and independence, they are available in a large range of styles
Wheelchair assessment is usually undertaken by therapists - they may be either occupational therapists or physiotherapists - who have specialised in this work and undertaken specific training for it.Such an assessment is very detailed and structured to include all the following aspects of the match between user and wheelchair:
Please see our Wheelchairs and Walking Aids guides for more information.
Ramps
Where the ramp is used has an important bearing on the type of ramp that will be right for you.What are you putting on the ramp makes an impact on the maximum gradient and weight capacity the ramp can be. If the ramp is to be used very frequently, you should consider a permanent fixed ramp solution avoiding the hassle of having to unfold and position the ramp. Most ramps fold up to varying degrees and you will need to understand the maximum size that you can accommodate before deciding on which ramp to go for. The longer ramps can be quite unwieldy and heavy, if you are using a suitcase broad ramp longer than 4ft, it is recommended that you have assistance when positioning the ramp or when manoeuvring up it
Please see our Ramp guides for more information on the most suitable Ramps.
Daily Living Aids
Having the right equipment and aids can be important to independent living. Some may be related to a particular health need and others to support you on a daily basis with particular tasks. The right equipment can help with preparing food or managing personal care. Kettle tippers or tap turners can help in the kitchen. Furniture raisers can be used to raise the height of chairs and beds to make getting up easier. Bath seats, raised toilet seats or hoists can help in the bathroom. Buying the right furniture can made all the diffrence
A wide range of gadgets and devices are available that make everyday tasks easier for people with specific disabilities. Please see our guides for more information.
Riser Recliner Chairs
Choosing the most suitable chair should be in conjunction with the advice of an Occupational Therapist or other qualified professional.
Please see our guides on how to choose a suitable Riser Recliner Chair
MBL (Mark Bates Ltd) Premier Care insurances
The financial implications of an accident, your product being stolen, damaging someone else's property or even bumping into them and causing injury can sometimes be substantial. Incidence of such cases have dramatically increased, as a result you could be held liable for legal claims and costs made against you. It is therefore of the greatest importance that you are comprehensively protected against any eventuality accident or your product being stolen.
MBL (Mark Bates Ltd) Premier Care insurances takes care of any such instances and leaves you free to enjoy your mobility productsmore information.
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