- Motability is a registered charity which helps disabled people of all ages
to have the freedom to get around.
- Each year it awards grants in excess of £2million.
WHO CAN APPLY?
- Those in receipt of the higher rate mobility component of Disability Living
Allowance (DLA) or the War Pensioners' Mobility Supplement (WPMS).
- Children from five years of age and non-drivers who receive the correct allowance
can also apply for cars as passengers.
WHAT DOES MOTABILITY OFFER?
- Contract hire of a new car, or hire purchase to:
buy a new car
buy a quality used car
buy a powered wheelchair or scooter
SUPPLIERS
- A national network of Motability Accredited First Class. Suppliers offers
a wide range of cars, wheelchairs and scooters.
- Look for the Motability sign.
OTHER FINANCIAL HELP
- Advance payment on some lease vehicles.
- Adaptations to vehicles for those with more severe disabilities.
- Grants towards the least expensive option to meet basic needs.
- In some cases, driving lessons.
MORE INFORMATION
Write to -
Motability, Warwick House, Roydon Road, Harlow, Essex CM19 5PX
Tel 01279 635999
