Power Chairs

It’s safe to say that purchasing my power-chair changed my life for the better. However, something I’ve been asked many times over the last few years is why I opted for a power-chair, rather than a mobility scooter… and whether I had any advice for those trying to make that choice themselves.

In February 2020, I was lucky enough to take a trip over to sunny California, to visit my family, the majority of whom are out there. Because of this family tie, over the years I’ve made several trips across, however, this would be my first as a powerchair user!

A few months ago, my life changed again. I took the step of purchasing a Foldalite powerchair in a bid to regain some independence and take part in activities without my body holding me back.

Everybody looks for something different in an electric wheelchair: some people want something with a long range for outdoor use, some want one that allows them to work at a desk easily, some need one that folds down into a car boot, and some people just need one that works well in a tight spot. If your bathroom or hallway is small and you need a powerchair to get around your house, then the siz...

Electric wheelchairs are wonderful devices allowing wheelchair users to go about their chores without help and aiding others to live in complete independence. Power chairs are particularly useful for those with little to no upper body strength. They can get you up and down inclines without too much worry and help you do most things without needing an attendant. As electronic devices, they requi...

Lightweight materials and flexible design mean that you can enjoy places once closed to you, these lightweight powerchairs make it possible.

Here at CareCo we offer a wide range of powerchairs and electric wheelchairs from compact chairs for indoor use up to fully featured powerchairs for negotiating various terrains, and everything in between. Powerchairs have a much shorter wheelbase than mobility scooters, making them much more manoeuvrable in tight places, ideal for getting around the house.  

When looking to buy a mobility aid it's incredibly important that you assess all of the options available to you. Although you may be set on purchasing a certain type of aid you may discover that something different suits your wants and needs better. Today we open up the debate between investing in a mobility scooter or powerchair, two popular means of transport for those with mobility and move...

A powerchair is an essential mobility aid for many with disability. Here are some questions to consider when looking for a new powerchair.

Caring for your powerchair in the cold weather months is important for its longevity, these tips can help you keep it in top shape.

The Abilize Pursuit powerchair can provide you with the indepedence, comfort, and practicality you want from a battery powered mobility aid.

The modern wheelchair user has many difference requirements from their disability aids. Technology has come so far in the last few decades. Now, you have many different choices allowing you to enjoy maximum mobility, no matter the condition of your illness or disability. With options in manual and self-driven wheelchairs, motorised wheelchairs and mobility scooters, there is something for every...

Is it time you upgraded your wheelchair? CareCo has a large range of options for you in the manual range whether you require self-propelling, attendant-propelled or a hybrid that allows you the option. We also offer a number of electric wheelchair options, which are also known as powerchairs. Why would you choose an electric wheelchair over a manual chair? There are usually medical reasons for ...

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. Powerch...

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...