The SCOOTER Store Blog

Vehicle Lifts for Power Chairs and Scooters

Posted on May 7, 2012 by TSSPaul

Vehicle lifts are a great accessory for your power chair or scooter. Lifts can help you get more out of your mobility by allowing you to take your scooter with you wherever you go. With a vehicle lift, you are able to take your power wheelchair with you to visit friends or loved ones, to go to the doctor, or even bring your own power chair to the store . . . Read More.

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Falls in the Home – Causes and Prevention

Posted on April 30, 2012 by TSSPaul

Injury from falling is a major cause of death for older adults. Falls can be caused by health changes or due to illness or other medical conditions. Sometimes there are unsafe conditions in the home that lead to falls. Often these conditions are based on something as simple as the placement of furniture, which can be easily moved to make the home safer.

The SCOOTER Store Receives Runzheimer Best Practices Award For Business Vehicle Management

Posted on April 20, 2012 by TSSPaul

Great news for our operations/fleet management team! The SCOOTER Store was recently recognized by Runzheimer with a Best Practices Award.

Here are some details on the release:

In 2011, The SCOOTER Store managed a fleet of over 500 vehicles that traveled over 22 million miles, enabling company employees to provide seniors and disabled Americans with the convenience of in-home delivery and service of the power wheelchairs, electric scooters, and other home care products they require to live safe and independent at home.

“The SCOOTER Store is constantly looking for ways to achieve cost savings, manage safety, and maintain employee satisfaction so we may serve our customers as efficiently as possible,” said Mark Leita, Vice President of External Relations and Government Affairs for The SCOOTER Store. “In making fleet management decisions, we utilize a 3-way test philosophy: is it good for the customer, good for the employee, and good for the company. We are honored to receive the Best Practices Award from Runzheimer,” added Leita.

You can read more about the award here.

Congrats to the team!

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Bathroom Safety

Posted on April 16, 2012 by TSSPaul

Your power chair or scooter can revive your ability to move safely in your own home. However, you must understand that any mobility device will have certain restrictions, based on the size of the power wheelchair or scooter, or even the layout of your house. Since bathrooms are usually a smaller space, there are certain things you may want to keep in mind as you adapt to your new device.

Lift Chairs Provide Assistance

Posted on April 12, 2012 by TSSPaul

Some of the most helpful mobility products on the market are power lift chairs and power recliners. A lift chair helps someone with limited mobility and strength by gradually lifting them to a standing position and lowering them to a sitting position. Older adults and people with arthritis find these chairs especially helpful. The chairs look and feel like normal furniture—they are designed to fit in with your other furniture and home decor. Manufacturers offer many different sizes, color and fabric choices.

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Your Scooter’s Parts, Options and Accessories

Posted on April 10, 2012 by TSSPaul

Mobility scooters are available in several model types, different styles and can be outfitted with many handy accessories to fit your needs. If your doctor or occupational therapist has assessed your need for an electric scooter, you’ll need to familiarize yourself with the options available to you. But beyond the model you choose, you can also customize it for your personal preferences. Below is some basic information about mobility scooter models, parts and optional accessories.

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When is a Rollator Walker the Best “Fit?”

Posted on April 6, 2012 by TSSPaul

There are several categories of mobility aids—canes, walkers, wheelchairs and scooters. All are designed to help you gain more mobility and stay safe from falls and injury. The best walking aid for you depends on many factors. The best “fit” will be determined by your doctor, occupational therapist, or other healthcare provider. They will do a complete assessment, taking into consideration your overall health, body strength, balance, gait, disabilities and even your lifestyle.

For a complete selection of rollators and walkers, visit our online store.

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How Medigap Insurance Plans Work

Posted on April 2, 2012 by TSSPaul

You might be looking into an alternative to “Original” Medicare and thinking about going with a Medicare Advantage Plan. This is a version of Medicare that covers Part A through D and is administered by private insurance companies. There are many different plans available and they may vary by premium costs and what is covered, but all these plans must follow Medicare guidelines (some states have different laws/rules—be sure to check yours). With all the Medicare-related information out there, it can get confusing. Medicare “supplemental insurance” or Medigap insurance are not the same as Medicare Advantage Plans.

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Medicare Advantage Plans and Supplemental Insurance

Posted on March 27, 2012 by TSSPaul

If you’re 65 or disabled, you are eligible for Medicare insurance coverage. Part A of Medicare pays for inpatient hospital stays; Part B covers your doctor’s services and medical equipment. Part C is an option you can choose if you don’t want to go with “Original” Medicare. Part C or Medicare Advantage is a plan offered from private insurance companies that cover you as a Medicare alternative. In order to be a Medicare Advantage plan, these companies must meet Medicare guidelines to provide the services. These plans typically cover Part A-D of Medicare coverage (Medicare Part D covers prescription drugs).

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An Overview of Disability Aids

Posted on March 25, 2012 by TSSPaul

A large category of “disability aids” is sometimes used to describe many assistive devices for people who have illnesses, injuries, declining health or strength, and/or disabilities. Products like mobility aids, such as rollators, walkers, rehabilitation products, and other devices like hearing aids could be considered disability aids. The U.S. Census Bureau defines disability as “someone who has difficulty in performing functional tasks or daily living activities or meets criteria for a learning or developmental disability.” You may fit part of that definition. If you do, you may benefit from using disability aids and want to learn more about these helpful devices.