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Scoota Mart run the Shopmobility scheme for several
large shopping centres and promenades, including the massive Trafford
Centre in Manchester. We are expanding our reach all the time so
please check back regularaly, or alternatively give us a call to
find out if there's an outlet near you.
This page contains some information specific to
Scoota Mart's Shopmobility, but mainly gives general information
about the Shopmobility scheme. Remember, if there's ever anything
you want to ask us about we're just a phone call or email away!
0161 747 8046
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01253 349 427
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How do I join Shopmobility?
To join shopmobility all you need to bring
is two forms of identification and something with your photograph
on it, such as your driving licence or passport. Should you require
any more information on joining Shopmobility please call us free
on 0800 16 91910.
What is Shopmobility?
Shopmobility is a scheme which lends manual
wheelchairs, powered wheelchairs and powered scooters to members
of the public with limited mobility to shop and to visit leisure
and commercial facilities within the town, city or shopping centre.
Who Can Use Shopmobility?
Shopmobility is for anyone, young or old,
whether their disability is temporary or permanent.
It is available for those with injuries, long or short-term disabilities
- anyone who needs help with mobility. Shopmobility is about the
freedom to get around. You do not need to be registered disabled
to use it
Why Is Shopmobility Necessary?
With the introduction of shopping malls
and pedestrianised areas, it has become increasingly difficult to
access all areas of a town or city if you have a mobility impairment.
Shopmobility schemes actively encourage inclusion and equality by
providing wheelchairs, powerchairs and power scooters for people
to use them.
With Shopmobility you can continue to access your local centre either
independently, or with family and friends.
How Much Does It Cost?
All schemes operate slightly differently;
some provide Shopmobility as a free service while others make a
charge.
This is indicated by the symbols in each entry. Most schemes welcome
any donations you wish to make.
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Means that manual wheelchairs
are available. |
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Means that powered
scooters are available |
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Means that powered
wheelchairs are available. |
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Means
that all the equipment must be booked in advance - please
don't turn up without having made a booking first. |
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Indicates that there
is a charge made for hire of equipment.
This might be an annual registration fee or a per hire fee.
You should telephone the scheme in advance for details. |
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Shows that escorts
are normally available to assist you around town. Escorts must
be booked in advance at your local scheme. Please give as much
notice as possible: some schemes require a few days notice.
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Shows that the scheme
has escorts who are trained to escort people with visual impairment.
Again, you will need to book in advance with plenty of notice.
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Indicates where a
scheme is prepared to make some equipment available for periods
longer than one day. There my be a charge for this service and
you should contact the scheme for details. |
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Some schemes have
enough parking spaces to allow parking for blue badge holders
who do not use the scheme. If this symbol is not displayed,
there will be no parking available unless you use the shopmobility
scheme. |
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Indicates that there
is an accessible toilet facility available |
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