So you’ve purchased a mobility scooter from CareCo, congratulations. We hope it is everything you needed it to be, providing superior mobility needs. However, your comfort and use need not stop there; you can still enhance your enjoyment of your mobility scooter. If you opted against purchasing some of CareCo’s amazing mobility scooter accessories at the time, we provide a selection here that p...
When choosing a recliner chair from CareCo, one of the biggest decisions you will need to make will be whether to buy a leather recliner chair or one with conventional fabric. You may be leaning towards buying a leather model, but still wondering why you should spend a little more. Here are just some of the major benefits to choosing leather as a fabric option for your new recliner chair.
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Every year, thousands of people decide that they need a mobility scooter to get around. Users say they provide a new lease of life for shopping, seeing the family and simply enjoying life’s small adventures. Yet that first tentative look at model types in the CareCo range will provide as many questions as answers for the new use. Let us cut through the confusion and help you decide.
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When searching through the CareCo Riser Recliner Chair range you may have noticed that we stock a wide variety of chairs that are upholstered in a number of different materials. You may be surprised to learn that there are in fact some considerable difference when it comes to leather Riser Recliner Chairs. What material is best for you comes largely down to your needs and requirements so it is ...
For some older people and those with mobility difficulty, simply sitting down and standing up can be arduous. The manner in which we sit and the chair in which we sit strains joints and muscles. If this is you, then perhaps you need a rise recliner chair? It can be daunting choosing such a chair for the first time. Here, we present a simple guide to help you make the right decision for you.
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Congratulations, you’ve purchased a rise recliner chair from CareCo. We hope you have many years of happy use from the model you’ve chosen. However, our customer care does not end there. No doubt you were happy with the functions, but that doesn’t mean that it isn’t daunting to use your chair for the first time.
First Steps: Getting Comfortable
Riser recliner chairs are adjustable. Depending ...
Most people who own riser recliner chairs can’t imagine life without one as they’re one of the most used items of furniture in their home. We want to help you get the most out of yours and make sure it stays in tip-top condition for many years to come.
Your recliner chair should always be comfortable and give you the right level of support.
Simple Chair Checks
It’s vital that you or a love...
A wheelchair might not be the first thing to come to mind when you start thinking about your summer adventures. Surely a mobility scooter, with their larger frames and tyres, are the perfect outdoor aid for those who worry about their mobility?
While scooters are indeed terrific for outdoor use, they aren't going to offer you much in the way of transportability, which can be a key requiremen...
Have you seen our brand new Summer 2016 Range? It features the best scooters and powerchairs for getting out and about and enjoying the (hopefully) sun-drenched days ahead – like the Strider Sport disability scooter, our new pavement scooter.
We all like to explore over the summer. Holidays and days out with friends and family are the order of the day, so you'll be looking for your mobility ...
Despite consultation with disability groups, and government legislation making great strides in improving accessibility for disabled people in most areas of life, campaigners feel there is still a way to go in terms of public transport. A consultation and report read in the House of Lords just before Easter stated that disabled people are still “an afterthought” with regard to public transport ...
If you're looking for a new mobility aid that can get you outside but still deal with most of what the British climate can throw at you, then a powered wheelchair could do the trick. From compact models designed for navigating tight spaces to solid, well-built models that deal with the roughest terrain, a powered wheelchair offers plenty for users battling all kinds of mobility issues.
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Anybody who makes use of a wheelchair will be more than aware of just how convenient they are when you need to get moving. Wheelchairs present probably the cheapest and most convenient way of holding on to your independence when you struggle with limited mobility, although you may find you are restricted in terms of how far or how quickly you can travel. If you don't own a self-propelled wheelc...
It can be incredibly frustrating to live with a mobility issue that hinders how far and how often you can travel by yourself. The market for mobility aids is extensive, but some people need their product to be more than an aid for indoor use and short journeys.
The CareCo Enduro tries to solve all of these problems for the user with both short-term and long-term mobility issues. In fact, we ...
Today we’re going to have a look at the CareCo Xpedition Travel Chair, an affordable transit wheelchair packed with a wealth of practical features. It's true that some wheelchairs on the market might well be better equipped for dealing with rougher terrain, but they tend to be larger, less compact products.
Wheelchairs don’t have to be boring. Danny Longmore knows that better than anybody, and he's showing everyone with his amazing Pimp My Wheelchair project.
Having suffered from Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis since birth, Danny has always had to use a wheelchair to get around. Fed up with people staring at him, he decided to have a little fun with his wheelchair to get people looking at him for...
Before purchasing any mobility aid it's advised you carry out as much research as possible to ensure you're getting the best help suited to your needs. Whether you compare products online, test-drive in-store, or read reviews (like this one!), it all helps towards making your final choice. To give you a better idea of what's on the market today we bring you a review of the
If you've already...
Researching and buying a mobility scooter can be a daunting process. The market is packed full of various makes and models, with each scooter including a different set of features. Add into the mix the various accessories and the final price...it's no surprise you may be left a little confused. To help clear things up today's blog outlines the differences between each type of scooter and the fe...
There are many different models of wheelchair available on the market, whether you're after a compact travel chair, or are looking to get out and about by yourself with the assistance of a self-propelled model, wheelchairs are a popular way to stay mobile because of their small size and ease of use. However, much like other aids, due to the sheer amount of choice you'll also have to tackle the ...
Summer is upon us (even if it may not feel like it quite yet) so why not make the most of the warmer weather and longer days and get outside? Whether you venture out with your children, grandchildren or friends, getting outside, breathing in the fresh air and soaking up the sunshine are great ways to boost your mood, and will make you want to do so again and again. Today we bring you three ways...
Summer is the season for getting out and about, visiting family and friends and enjoying the warmer weather, great for giving yourself a much needed vitamin D boost. However, despite the improved weather conditions you do still need to look after the components and mechanisms of your mobility scooter to ensure you're able to make the most of the next few months. No matter the time of year it's ...
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Natasha Bruce-Jones is an Occupational Therapist who is passionate about improving independence and quality of life for those with difficulties.
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