Mobility Trust

Mobility Trust is a UK registered charity, founded in 1972, that provides powered mobility equipment to severely disabled people. Rather than a retailer, it raises funds to supply powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters to people who cannot obtain them through the NHS or other statutory sources and who cannot afford to buy the equipment themselves. It considers applicants regardless of age or cause of disability.

The charity does not give cash grants. Instead, it funds and supplies the equipment itself, arranging and paying for a clinical assessment by a senior occupational therapist so that the powered wheelchair or scooter is matched to the individual’s needs. Where required it funds specialist seating, and it includes the first three years’ insurance and first two years’ servicing free of charge, which removes some of the ongoing cost worries for the recipient.

Eligibility is focused on people in genuine need. Applicants are UK residents with severe disabilities who cannot get suitable powered equipment through statutory or other charitable means and cannot fund it privately. The beneficiary is trialled to make sure they can control the equipment safely. The charity does not provide folding or portable scooters or general mobility aids, concentrating its resources on powered wheelchairs and scooters.

Mobility Trust operates UK-wide. For severely disabled people who cannot get a powered wheelchair or scooter any other way, and for families and carers looking for support, the charity offers a route to equipment that can make a real difference to independence. People can find eligibility details and apply through the charity’s website, and the charity also welcomes donations and fundraising support.

At a glance

• Type: UK registered charity (no. 1070975), not a retailer
• Founded: 1972
• Provides: powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters to severely disabled people
• Includes: OT assessment, specialist seating where needed, first three years’ insurance and two years’ servicing
• Who it helps: people who cannot get equipment via the NHS and cannot afford to buy it
• Coverage: UK-wide

Frequently asked questions

What does Mobility Trust do?

It is a charity that provides powered wheelchairs and mobility scooters to severely disabled people who cannot obtain them through the NHS or other sources and cannot afford to buy them.

Does Mobility Trust give cash grants?

No. It funds and supplies the equipment itself, including an occupational therapist assessment, rather than giving cash grants.

Who is eligible for help?

UK residents with severe disabilities who cannot get suitable powered equipment through statutory or other charitable means and cannot afford it privately. Applicants are considered regardless of age or cause of disability.

What is included with the equipment?

The first three years’ insurance and the first two years’ servicing are included free of charge, along with specialist seating where it is needed.

How do I apply or support the charity?

You can find eligibility details and apply through the charity’s website, where you can also donate or offer fundraising support. They can be reached on 0118 984 2588.