Can anyone recommend a mobility aid for someone with reduced mobility for a day out?

[MoreCarrotsPeas]

We are going on holiday next week and one of the excursions we have planned do not offer mobility scooter rental. The excursion includes a lot of walking and I don’t want to miss out.

I am unable to walk for long periods of time. I don’t want DH have to push me in a wheelchair and I’m unable to propel a wheelchair myself.

Can anyone suggest anything?

Would a walking frame with a seat be any use? Are rollators designed for pushing someone in?

And how do I get the equipment on to the plane?

TIA .

Oh ok, thank you.

I agree with hiring a wheelchair
I have CP and use a rollator but in your position I wouldn't hesitate to hire( or buy a lightweight) wheelchair if it means you'll enjoy your holiday.

New they are around £2300, but are cheaper second hand on eBay

I’d look on EBay and Marketplace .I got an electric wheelchair on EBay whilst waiting for a hip replacement as was so fed up with not being able to get anywhere. I’ve hardly used it as it turns out as had op much sooner than anticipated so will at some point put it back on there once hopefully mobile again.

@MoreCarrotsPeas in my local area wheelchair services say they prefer a medical professional refer new patients but will accept self referrals. I just checked their website and it says self referral takes longer.

The county council also have various pieces of adaptive equipment you can request without being seen by a professional (although it says depending on your situation they may also request that). The last time I needed equipment replacing I had it 4 days after I requested it. I’m not sure if that includes walkers but it might be worth checking as they often have seats.

TY everyone. Wheelchair hire is limited and on a first come first serve basis so it’s rather risky if I can’t get one.

@MichaelBurnhamFan I’m not sure I’d reach the threshold for help from the council, but it’s worth me checking.

@MoreCarrotsPeas the only criteria questions the county council ask for equipment hire without seeing someone is checking you live in the area, do you have a long term health condition, and asking if you’re in hospital currently.

So I’d be surprised if you didn’t qualify

Get a rollator with seat. My mum has one, they're brilliant. You can get super lightweight ones as well, and they fold easily into boot of car.
Her one was from CareCo. It was about £100.