Now that coronavirus lockdown restrictions are being eased further in England, we can start making holiday plans. Currently, we can’t travel outside of the UK so many people will be planning a staycation this year. However, we have some beautiful countryside and fascinating cities to choose from. Proper planning helps a trip run smoothly, and this is especially true is you have limited mobility. Having the right equipment, such as mobile disabled ramps, to make travel accessible will enable you to have a great time. Here are some items to consider getting before going away.
Mobile disabled ramps
Bringing your own portable wheelchair ramp makes travel easier. Though most holiday homes and hotels are fully accessible, you may come across places that aren’t. This could include awkward curbs, steps into gardens or access to shops are cafes that don’t have a ramp. Mobile ramps are also useful for getting a wheelchair in and out of a vehicle. You can get portable ramps that are small enough to fit in a suitcase and light enough to carry around with ease.
Wheelchair travel bag
When travelling in a car or on a plane, you won’t have your wheelchair with you. This can be especially worrying when flying as all you can do is hope that it’s well taken care of. Whilst your airline will try hard to keep it safe, there is still the possibility of damage being inflicted during the journey. A wheelchair travel bag is basically like a suitcase designed specifically for your wheelchair. Your chair will be safely packed away and protected from bumps and shocks. There are various different bags on the market, depending on the way your wheelchair folds.
Travel shower chair
Hopefully your hotel or holiday home will have a shower chair and any other equipment you need. However, some places don’t have one or you may be staying somewhere with limited resources, such as a campsite. Travel shower chairs are lightweight and easy to carry, and can be folded away in a few simple steps. Some can also double as a commode, making toilets easier to access.
Blue badge protector
Thefts of Blue Badges have increased sixfold since 2013 so it’s a good idea to make sure yours is secure. A protector allows you to safely display your blue badge without worrying about your car being broken into. Your badge is placed in a steel sleeve with a perspex cover. A cable is placed through a hole in the sleeve and then locked to the steering wheel. There are two keys , so you don’t need to worry if you lose one or need to give one to someone else. You may have to wait up to eight weeks for a replacement Blue Badge, so you can save yourself a lot of inconvenience by travelling with one of these.