You are now leaving the Turn2us site. Turn2us is not responsible for content on third party sites. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Home > About Us > Media Centre > Turn2us Case Studies > Roger, who is married and a grandparent of seven children, had been working full-time until five years ago when the arthritis in his knees and back became so severe that he was unable to continue in employment and was registered as disabled. Although his wife continued to work for some time, she gave up her job to care for him a year ago. However, having already sought out, and claimed for, all the benefits they were entitled to, they were only just able to make ends meet. When an occupational therapist recommended that Roger purchased a riser recliner chair, he was upset that he could not afford such a large expense. Roger and the Turn2us Grants Search database After having no success with one grant provider, Roger started searching for charities on the internet that might be able to help.
He came across the Turn2Us website and decided to use the Grants Search to see if he could get funding. Roger was delighted when he was awarded a grant to cover the costs of his riser recliner chair. He can now get up and down without as much pain. Roger discovered that he could apply to a charity which specialised in helping those who had worked in the civil service, as this had been one of his previous jobs. After phoning the charity, Roger received an application form in the post which asked for details of his finances and what he wanted help with. Having thoroughly researched the type of chair he needed and obtaining several quotes, Roger was delighted when he was awarded a grant to cover the costs of his preferred chair. Although Roger was only expecting help with buying a chair, his circumstances meant that he received an additional “pleasant surprise” of £200 to assist with household bills, as well £800 to pay for the chair. The difference Turn2us has made to Roger's life
Roger is really grateful because, as he says, “there’s no way I would have been able to afford it on my own. It would have taken ages to save for. And of course, it’s difficult to save when there isn’t really anything spare”. In fact, he says the chair has “made my day-to-day life a lot better, because I can now get up and down without as much pain… it’s made a hell of a difference”. Find out what means-tested benefits you might be entitled to, including tax credits.Can't read the text above?Try another text or an audio CAPTCHAText in the box:What's this?Mobility hire or rental – this is the place to look for mobility products and daily living aids that you can hire or rent on a long or short-term basis. Click the product names to go straight to more information • holiday hire • portable ramps • pressure relief mattress overlay • manual wheelchair • care bed • bariatric care products • stairclimbers • stairlifts • mobility aids • mobile hoists • paediatric beds • wheelchair platform lift • scooter• elevated leg wheelchair • bathlift • power chair • paediatric wheelchair • rise and recline armchair • walker/wheelchair • portable platform lift • fireside chair •commode chair • gantry hoist •
The range is growing all the time – if you would like to be advised when new when new suppliers or products are added, just send us an email. Mobility, bathroom and other aids to hire in holiday destinations around Britain and overseas Rolling and folding ramps for wheelchair or scooter access. Pressure damage can develop very quickly. A portable airflow overlay is easy to take with you when you travel, and lay on top of the standard mattress in your hotel or holiday accommodation If you require a chair for a short or long period of time – when recuperating after an illness or operation, perhaps – you can now hire a lightweight manual wheelchair at a reasonable rate. Variable height and profiling care beds of various different specifications, depending on the supplier. A full range of products to care for obese patients, including beds, chairs, transfer system and mobility aids Very useful when wheelchair access to an upper floor is required on a short-term basis, as it requires no installation or disturbance to the fabric of the building
New or reconditioned, straight or curved, depending on the supplier. Because of the installation costs, the rental period really needs to be at least three months to make it a cost-effective option. Walking aids, walking frames and wheeled walkers Various mobile hoists, with or without a sling, can be hired from a week onwards anywhere in mainland Britain The advantages of a ceiling hoist, in a portable form. Ideal where overhead hoisting is required on a temporary basis Manually operated wheelchair lift can be wheeled into position and used to raise and lower users of manual and powered wheelchairs A range of stylish and functional beds for children with special needs, including those prone to self harm A range of three and four wheeled scooters, from lightweight boot scooters to heavy duty off-roaders, depending on supplier The BasiX wheelchair has been specially developed to provide excellent support and manoeuvrability for those who require leg elevation
Slim-line powered bathlift with waterproof control handset and anti-bacterial protection. Easily installed and removed as required Choose from a standard use frame chair, small powerbase or large powerbase chair, according to need Designed for young children or those with very slight body sizes, the chair can be self-propelled or pushed Classic armchair design with the latest patented technology; three motor system allows independent adjustment of the leg rest Walk when you want with the aid of the walker, then when you are tired, put the leg rests on and it becomes a transit wheelchair Ideal for occasional, temporary access to stages or mezzanine levels in schools, theatres, village halls, etc This style of armchair is easier to stand up from: ideal following an operation or injury. Chairs available with drop-down arm, if required Wheeled commode chairs can also be used in the shower. Static commode chairs are also availableCelebrity FurnitureAt Celebrity we have been manufacturing quality furniture for over 25 years and we are one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of rising/reclining chairs.