1.Argos
Search for ‘independent living’ on the Argos website and you will find a range of aids to help with mobility, home living and leisure time. You can order them online and collect from your nearest Norfolk branch.
Website: www.argos.co.uk
2.Collins Care
Mobility specialists based in Norwich, Collins Care are members of the British Healthcare Trades Association BHTA and Mobility Matters Network.
Telephone: 01603 483883
Website: http://www.collinscare.co.uk
3.Boots
Search for ‘independent living’ on the Boots website and there is a small range of aids. You can order them online and collect from your nearest Norfolk branch.
Website: www.boots.com
4.Broadland Mobility
A family run business with over 40 years’ experience offering a wide range of mobility aids throughout Norwich, Great Yarmouth, Lowestoft and the surrounding areas.
Telephone: 0800 1510 255
Website: www.broadlandmobility.co.uk
5.Mobility Supermarket East
Stores located in March, Kings Lynn and Dereham, stocking an impressive range of disability and mobility aides such as mobility scooters, powerchairs, wheelchairs, walking aids, stair lifts, bath lifts, and a wide range of recliner chairs.
Telephone: Kings Lynn – 01553 819 904 and Dereham – 01362 853 256
Website: www.mobilityshopnorfolk.co.uk
6.AT Dementia
A web-based information resource on assistive technologies (including telecare) for people with dementia. In addition to general information, the website contains a database of products that may be appropriate for people with dementia.
Telephone: 0116 257 5017
Website: www.atdementia.org.uk
7.Co-operative Independent Living
This website offers a range of disability aids and healthcare equipment designed to make life easier for older people in particular.
Telephone: 0800 622 6001
Website: www.co-operativeindependentliving.co.uk
8.Independent 4 Life
Independent 4 Life provide specialist products to assist older and disabled people looking for increased independence in their day-to-day lives.
Freephone: 0800 500 3001
Website: www.independent4life.co.uk
9.Living Made Easy
Living Made Easy is the Disabled Living Foundation’s website, which gives further information about products and equipment, with links to commercial retailers. The Living Made Easy website does not have a complete list of all the products on the market but you can contact the helpline direct for further information if you are looking for a specific item of equipment
Helpline: 0300 999 0004
Website: www.livingmadeeasy.org.uk
10.Mobility Equipment Hire UK
This company leases mobility equipment for holidays, and delivers it to your required destination in the UK and abroad. It can deliver to countries including Spain, Portugal, Italy, Greece, France, USA and even to the Caribbean.
Telephone: 0800 644 6062
Website: www.mobilityequipmenthiredirect.com