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At Independent Living, we understand how amazing and free it can feel to travel around the UK, getting away for many short little breaks. Escaping reality and visiting new scenic areas is an ultimate favourite for holiday lovers, navigating some of the most popular destinations here in the UK. Figuring out ways to travel with…

Stairlift Solutions: The ultimate guide to enhancing your accessibility and mobility

October 20, 2023

At Independent Living Minehead, we understand how important it is to gain and access the independence that you want, which is why we have a large range of stairlifts to choose from, to help you transform your everyday lifestyle. Our aim is to help you feel confident everywhere that you go, gaining access to use…

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How To Get A Free Mobility Scooter In The UK

April 20, 2023

When you start to feel that your independence is starting to slip away and you are finding yourself restricted by your mobility capabilities, then it is time to start thinking about investing in a mobility scooter. Mobility scooters can help transform somebody’s life who has become impacted by a medical condition, a physical disability or…

How To Choose A Rise & Recline Chair

November 29, 2022

An electric rise and recline chair could be a great investment if you struggle to sit down and stand up. These armchairs help you to stand up and sit down due to a motor which gently moves you at the touch of a button. However, with such a wide range of options available, how do…

Everything you need to know about Stairlifts

February 24, 2022

A stairlift is a motorised chair designed to help and carry the elderly and disabled people move up and down the staircases. With the colder season and difficult times outside, you are most likely to spend most of your time indoors. Therefore, investing in good quality stairlifts could be highly beneficial for you if you…

Mobility scooter safety

January 21, 2022

Mobility scooters give you the freedom and independence to move around easily. You might be a new rider or an experienced one, but it is always good to remember the rules and understand that the pedestrians and your safety are a number one priority. In this post, you will find our top tips on staying…

Where To Donate Wheelchairs

June 24, 2021

Did you know that 75 million people around the world need a wheelchair to do basic tasks, but are unable to afford one? Donating wheelchairs is an easy process and there are many organisations that will take a wheelchair and give it to someone who needs it. There are several national charities that accept donations…

Chair Exercises for Seniors

May 20, 2021

A recent study has shown that the majority of people sit for more than nine hours a day. This could be due to work or if you have standing or walking difficulty. If this sounds like you it doesn’t mean that exercise is out of the question. We all know that being physically active is…

How Much Are Mobility Scooters?

April 23, 2021

Well, the short answer is they can cost you nothing to upwards of Nine thousand pounds, in this article we will look at how to acquire a mobility scooter and also what key features you should look for when you are considering a purchase. Firstly, let’s look at how to get funding for a…

How Fast Do Mobility Scooters Go?

April 23, 2021