Everyday tips

Take a look below for ideas and advice on getting out and about, and keeping mobile day-to-day.
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Ten top support forums for carers

An online forum is a great way to meet other carers, share feelings, tips and concerns. This article highlights ten great forums for carers.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
15 October 2021
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How to avoid your car skidding while driving – and what to do if it does

With winter comes puddles, black ice and snow on the roads. Make sure you know exactly how to handle a vehicle when skidding - it could save your life.

Tim Barnes-Clay
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
14 October 2021
Car on asphalt road on autumn day at park. Colored leaves lying under the wheels of the vehicle.

Autumn driving tips: how to stay safe on the road

As the weather changes and autumn approaches, make sure you're driving safely with our top tips.

Tim Barnes-Clay
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
06 October 2021

Keeping your scooter or powered wheelchair secure

Follow our top tips for keeping your scooter or powered wheelchair secure and reduce the risk of theft.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
06 October 2021
Motability Scheme customer on mobility scooter

5 winter tips for scooters and powered wheelchairs

If you are a user of a scooter or powered wheelchair, here are some preparation tips to help you stay safe during the winter months.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
05 October 2021

Can you drive with Spinal Muscular Atrophy?

In this article, blogger and presenter Ross Lannon shares his experiences of having a Motability Scheme car and the freedom he gets from driving.

Chloe Tear
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
30 September 2021
Essentials including maps and a drink travel with Sarah in her Motability Scheme car.

Things I always keep in my car

Sarah Alexander-Georgeson shares her list of essentials that she keeps in her Scheme car at all times. How many do you keep in your car?

Sarah Alexander-Georgeson
Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
24 September 2021
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Blue badge parking permits: New measures to tackle difficulties in applying

Have you experienced difficulties applying for a blue badge permit? New measures from the government are aiming to change this. Read on for more details.

Neil Lancefield and PA Transport Correspondent
Neil Lancefield and PA Transport Correspondent
Press Association
Everyday tips
31 August 2021

A guide to understanding assistance dogs

Helen Dolphin shares what members of the public should consider when approaching a working dog. Read her advice and meet Fairport, her furry companion.

Motability Scheme
Everyday tips
19 August 2021

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