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What is the best folding mobility scooter?
A folding mobility scooter is an electric scooter created for easy portability and storage. It can be compacted and folded into a more diminutive form, allowing users to take it in cars or public transport.
8 ways to make your bathroom more accessible
Accessible bathrooms allow disabled individuals to perform personal care tasks independently, without reliance on caregivers or family members.
How to Garden with Mobility Aids
If your mobility is limited you might be worried about spending time outdoors and the risks that you may encounter.
What is a Bedpan? Everything You Need to Know
When it comes to medical care, there are a lot of tools and equipment used that most people may not be familiar with. One such item is a bedpan, which is used to help patients relieve themselves when they are unable to get out of bed. In this article, we’ll explore what a bedpan is, the different types available, how they are used, and much more.
7 Best Electric Wheelchairs in the UK
Unlike manual wheelchairs, electric wheelchairs are propelled by a joystick or control panel that allows the user to move forward, backwards, and turn quickly.
What is a commode toilet?
Commode toilets, also known as ‘commode chairs’, are non-flushing, portable toilets commonly used by adults.
How to Use a Walking Stick
Stay with Millercare as we give you a step-by-step guide on how to use a walking stick, with tips and precautions to get you on your feet.
Are mobility scooters allowed on the road?
Once you’ve purchased a mobility scooter, it’s vital to know where you can and can’t ride it.
Average Cost of Installing a Stairlift in the UK
Installing a stairlift in your home could vastly improve your quality of life.
What Causes Swollen Feet? 5 Ways to Find Relief
Oedema is the medical term for swollen feet.
How To Adjust Forearm Crutches
Forearm crutches are a walking aid that relies on the strength of the upper body.
Living with Parkinson's Disease
Parkinson’s disease can be a life-changing diagnosis. However, it does not have to completely alter your life. By taking the correct steps, you can live with the condition without having to make too many changes.
How To Use A Zimmer Frame: Step By Step
A Zimmer frame or a walking frame is an extremely useful piece of mobility equipment that provides stability, balance and an extra helping hand to people with mobility issues.
How To Use A Perching Stool
Perching stools are a great aid to have in your home if you struggle with standing up for too long, whether that is due to pain or fatigue. Perching stools can be used in all rooms in your home.
Who Invented the Zimmer Frame?
Walking frames started appearing in health and care settings in the 1950s, and have grown in popularity ever since.
5 Best Non-slip Mats for the Shower & Bath
Non-slip mats for the bath and shower are an excellent, affordable and easy way to improve your bathroom safety.
5 Best Massage Chairs
A massage chair is a great way to ease pain and increase comfort, these chairs are practical and a true investment in the long run. Massages can be expensive and impractical to get to, so a massage chair is a great alternative.
An Easy Guide to Getting a Motability Car
Learn about the Motability scheme in this guide. With information about what it is, eligibility, cars you can get and the claiming process.
5 Benefits of Compression Socks
Compression socks or stockings are great for people who are looking for comfort, to improve their performance in sports, live with medical conditions and improve blood circulation. A simple addition to your life can make a huge difference!
Can I Get a Mobility / Motability Car on Standard Rate PIP?
Read this blog post to find out about the eligibility and process of getting a mobility car on PIP.
5 Ways to Sleep Better with Mobility Issues
Do you struggle to sleep due to mobility issues? Find out some of the best ways to help you get a good night's sleep.
8 Best Home Adaptations for the Disabled
Read Millercare's list of the 8 best home adaptions for the disabled, which will make your life easier and help you to stay independent. We will talk about outdoor ramps, bath lifts, stairlifts and much more!
5 Best Arthritis Aids for Improved Day to Day Living
Walking aids are a fantastic way to improve your mobility and gain more independence if you have arthritis.
How Fast Do Mobility Scooters Go?
Mobility scooters are a great way to get out and about. If you struggle with mobility, then scooters can help you get from A to B at a much quicker pace than walking or using a wheelchair.
8 Tips for Getting In and Out of the Bath Faster
Getting in and out of the bath can be difficult for many people, and it can even be dangerous at times. But there are a few ways you can make it an easier and faster process
6 Ways to Help Your Swollen Feet & Ankles
Are your feet and ankles swollen? Or does this happen regularly for you? Then we are here to help!
Incontinence Fitting Guide
A handy guide for how to take measurements for incontinence products along with a size guide.
All About Incontinence
There are lots of myths surrounding incontinence and one umbrella term does not fit all with incontinence, there are different types and varying degrees. We have included some helpful information into one post about the different types of incontinence.
4 Tips For Travelling By Car With A Wheelchair
When you have a wheelchair, oftentimes your reduced mobility can affect the way in which you travel. Below are some of our top tips for a comfortable journey when travelling with a wheelchair, and how you can make the most of a trip without hassle.
Powerchairs vs Manual Wheelchairs
When it comes to choosing the right wheelchair for your needs, it’s important to choose one that not only suits your lifestyle, but one that’s affordable and within your budget as well.
10 Essential Wheelchair Accessories for Everyday Convenience
From the high-tech to the simple and understated, there are numerous wheelchair accessories that make life easier and more convenient. Whether you’re shopping for yourself or a loved one, here are our top picks for essential wheelchair accessories for everyday convenience.
4 Ways To Make Your Home Wheelchair Accessible
If you need to make your home more accessible for your wheelchair, it doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. There are plenty of ways in which you can upgrade your home on a budget and embrace independence as a wheelchair user. Below are our top tips on how to make a house wheelchair friendly.
How Far Can an Electric Wheelchair Go
Many of our customers ask “how far can an electric wheelchair go?”, and the simple answer is that each electric wheelchair differs from the others we have in stock. A lot of factors go into the distance an electric wheelchair can go, such as the weight of the user, their driving style, and the surfaces on which the electric wheelchair is used the most.
Children’s Mobility Aids
At Millercare, we offer a range of mobility and living aids to aid and help children no matter their ailment. We offer walking frames, mobility scooters, wheelchairs and more. Here is our guide to mobility aids available on the website, along with our top suggestions for use.
Living Aids for the Bedroom
These bedroom mobility aids are designed to help you easily and safely get in and out of bed, sleep comfortably and get you dressed with ease. There are even aids to help ensure you can eat, drink and keep entertained whilst in bed too.
What To Do If You’re Anxious About Falling
As we get it’s older, it’s normal to become anxious about trips and falls that can potentially harm us. In the UK alone, a third of people aged 65 and older will fall at least once this year.
Preparing Your Mobility Scooter For Winter
With the summer months slowly drawing to an end and the nights becoming darker and colder, it’s essential that you’re well prepared
The Best Walking Frames in 2020
Our top-selling best walking frames and how they can help with reduced mobility
How To Shop For The Best Kids Wheelchair In 2020
Some tips to help you decide on the best wheelchair for your child as well as the children’s wheelchairs we have available here at Millercare.
Find The Best Lightweight Wheelchairs For Sale In The UK
A guide to some of the best lightweight wheelchairs available to buy in the UK.
The Advantages of Assistive Technology
Assistive technology is being used every day to make the lives of vulnerable people easier and safer. Learn more here.
12 Genius Living Aids for Everyday Independence
12 Genius Living Aids that can help with day to day activities.
Millercare To Supply Care Shop Orders
Millercare will be fulfilling all of Care Shop Stockport's B2C orders, Stockport community equipment prescriptions, and all of the other services Care Shop provided.
Common Myths About Incontinence
Incontinence is actually a common experience for millions of people around the world, but no one likes to talk about this because of the associated shame.
Top 5 UK Disability Bloggers
Our guide to the top disability bloggers here in the UK...
The Best Wheelchairs for Travelling
Although you may be wheelchair bound, it doesn’t have to stop you from travelling around the UK or to your favourite destinations. With wheelchair options for travel and terrain, you’ll find that we offer some of the best wheelchairs for travel here in the UK.
The Ultimate Guide to Vacations Abroad for Wheelchair Users
It is often difficult for wheelchair users to find an accessible place abroad to have a nice vacation. This guide will make the process easier and also help you with useful travel tips.
Living Aids for Parkinson's Disease
If you’re looking for living aids which can help those who suffer from Parkinson’s disease, see the section below for our recommended products.
What We Do for Our Customers
Although we offer an excellent service for our customers both in store and online, we offer so much more than mobility products.
Key Products to Help Caregivers
Caregivers offer key help to loved ones and other individuals up and down the country. Here are our top recommended products to help caregivers.