Redditch Shopmobility
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Redditch Shopmobility provides FREE use of battery
powered wheelchairs and scooters, as well as manual wheelchairs and
other mobility equipment.
 01527 69922
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Who can use it?
You must be registered with Shopmobility to use equipment.
Anyone who has difficulty walking is eligible to register, such as
people with disabilities, older people, and people recovering from
an accident or illness. We will find the appropriate equipment for
you, and train you in how to use it. To register you must supply
two forms of identification. One of these must contain your
photograph, and one of these must contain proof of your address.
If you are unable to provide appropriate identification you
will not be able to use our equipment, so please contact us before
you visit if you have any queries.
What can I use the equipment for?
You may use the equipment within Redditch Town Centre for
shopping, leisure activities, or any other reason. Please see map
for permitted areas to use equipment.
What support do you provide?
Shopmobility can assist you in getting from your vehicle into
the Centre. We can help you carry your shopping and load up your
car. However, we are unable to assist you with personal care, or
lift you in any way. If you need this kind of support, you will
need to bring a helper along with you. With prior notice (and
subject to availability), Redditch Shopmobility can provide an
escort to assist you around the Town Centre. If you are unable to
get to the Shopmobility Centre Shopmobility staff will be happy to
meet you with a wheelchair or scooter at any prearranged point in
the Town Centre.
Where is Redditch Shopmobility?
The Shopmobility Centre is on the ground floor of Car Park 3,
which is at Access 3 off Redditch Ringway.
Do I need to book?
We can only guarantee that an appropriate scooter or wheelchair
will be available for you if you book in advance. We strongly
advise that you book 24 hours in advance of your visit.
How do I book?
Just telephone (01527)
69922 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to
Saturday.
When are you open?
Monday to Saturday:
9am to 5pm
Third Tuesday of every month:
10.30 to
5pm
Bank Holidays:
10.30am to 4pm
Sundays before Christmas:
Shopmobility is usually open on Sundays in November and
December.
Please telephone us for more details.
Shopmobility is just one of the services provided by
Redditch Borough Council to support independent living. Others
are:
Support to travel
independently:
Dial-A-Ride- Door to door accessible
transport. Tel (01527)
64910
Support within your home:
Lifeline Community Alarm Service
Community Warden Service
Support to ensure your housing meets your
needs:
Care and Repair Agency.
Equipment and Adaptations.
Sheltered Housing
To find out more about any of the these services, call
(01527)
64252 or email us 
shopmobility@redditchbc.gov.uk
