Repairs and Maintenance - Wheeled Mobility Minor | 05_501200307_0105_1_2

Overview:

Essential for maintaining optimal function of mobility aids, ensuring participant safety and autonomy.

Service Details:

This NDIS support item covers minor repairs and maintenance of manual wheelchairs, walking frames, and other wheeled mobility devices. It includes services like tyre pumping, brake adjustments, and replacement of small components which do not require complex modification. These services are typically quick, ensuring minimal disruption to the participant’s daily activities.

Participant Outcomes:

Participants will enjoy increased safety, confidence, and independence in their daily mobility through this support. The preservation of device integrity and performance can lead to improved social engagement and participation in community life. Accessibility to reliable maintenance services also aids in prolonging the lifespan of mobility equipment.

Impact Statement:

Timely minor repairs can significantly reduce the risk of accidents, underpinning the participant’s ongoing mobility and active participation in their community.