Mobility Aids – Useful links
Myositis patients have particular needs in order to remain independent and mobile. Our members have supplied us with information about products and services they have found useful.
Links to some relevant websites are listed below. A list of vehicles suitable for full conversion for wheelchairs is provided below.
Please write to us at mail@myositis.org.au if you have other information to share.
http://www.ndis.gov.au = National Disability Insurance Scheme
www.mobile-alert.com.au. = The mobile emergency pendant with a range beyond a cordless phone
www.ilcaustralia.org.au = Independent Living Centres Australia
www.e-bility.com = Second hand mobility equipment (products listed by State – check regularly)
www.dreamriderscooters.com.au = Mobility and Therapy Stores (SA)
www.thebidetshop.com.au = Bidet options for ease of toileting
sales@stand-aid.com or http://www.rolandpriestley.com.au or www.mobilitycare.net.au = Stand-Aid Power toilet, portable lifting toilet/commode
www.toiletliftchair.com = Powered toilet seat lift (USA made but able to be adapted to 240V power and delivered to Australia)
www.automobility.com.au = Car modifications (see list of suitable cars below)
www.freedommotorsaustralia.com.au = Car modifications and second hand cars (list of cars below)
www.locksolutions.com.au = MLAK key for access to disabled public toilets
www.masterlocksmiths.com.au = MLAK key for access to disabled public toilets
www.disabilityonline.org.au = Australia’s Disability Hub
www.users.tpg.com.au/pjury/eowwvcct/ = Eating out with wheels in VIC
www.shoprider.com.au = Wheelchairs and scooters suitable for myositis patients
www.travelscoot.com = Compact foldable scooter
www.luggiescooters.com = Collapsible scooter
www.oscarfurniture.com.au = Custom-made disability furniture
www.aidsfordailyliving.com.au = Catalogue of helpful aids
www.mangar.co.uk = Elk emergency lifting cushion (available in Australia from some mobility stores)
www.liftbedchair.com.au = Mobility furniture and equipment
www.envirorubber.com.au = Rubber ramps
www.toiletliftchair.com = Powered toilet seat lift (USA made but able to be adapted to 240V power and delivered to Australia)
www.toiletmap.gov.au = Map of public toilets across Australia
www.changingplaces.org.au = Fully accessible public toilets with hoists and showers. 24hr Mlak key access.
Example Vehicles suitable for conversion for wheelchair use:
Kia Carnival
Chrysler Grand Voyager
Volkswagen Caravelle
Volkswagen Cabbie
Renault Kangoo
Toyota Hi-Ace Van
Toyota Tarago
Honda Odyssey