Donate Application Process For Families Wheelchairs For Young People Application Process Our Therapists Families Network Applying for a Wheelchair Find out how to apply for mobility equipment from Whizz-Kidz APPLYING FOR MOBILITY EQUIPMENT Whizz-Kidz provides wheelchair and mobility equipment to children and young people across the UK To find out more about the application process, take a look at the steps below Apply now Eligibility criteria Is your child under 18 years old? Applications must be submitted before your child’s 18th birthday. Does your child have a physical disability that permanently affects their mobility and participation? Have you approached your local NHS wheelchair service and found that the mobility equipment that your child needs is not available/provided? If you answered yes to the above questions then Whizz-Kidz may be able to help you. If you’ve had mobility equipment from Whizz-Kidz in the past you can still make a new application, as long as the young person still meets the above criteria and it’s been two years since you last received mobility equipment from us. The equipment supplied by Whizz-Kidz includes manual wheelchairs, powered wheelchairs, sports wheelchairs, trikes and buggies. Step 1 Submitting your application for mobility equipment Find out a bit about Whizz-Kidz’s therapists and clinical team. We also work with a wider network of therapists to deliver our services across the UK. Step 2 Application approved Whizz-Kidz will contact you to confirm that your child is on the waiting list. You'll need to keep us informed of any change in circumstances. Step 3 Funding your child's equipment Whizz-Kidz may contact your local NHS Wheelchair Service about joint funding. If local services can’t help, we will start looking for other funding opportunities including from other charities. Step 4 The telephone assessment Once we have secured funding to proceed with your application, our Customer Services Team will contact you to set up an initial telephone assessment with one of our Mobility Therapists. Step 5 The clinic appointment At the clinic appointment, our Mobility Therapists and Engineers or representatives will carry out a full posture and mobility assessment. This entails gathering additional information, taking measurements and looking at movement and posture. Step 6 Equipment handover When you take the equipment home, we will be at the delivery to ensure: The equipment is complete and set up correctly You are able to use the equipment safely and correctly A handover certificate is completed You have appropriate insurance and understand the equipment’s maintenance needs You are aware of any additional services Whizz-Kidz provides After your child gets their mobility equipment Receiving equipment from Whizz-Kidz is just the beginning! We offer plenty of other services for young wheelchair users, whether you've received equipment from us or not. Our clubs are available for young people across the UK and are a great place to have fun and make new friends! Find out more and register to join here. Our work placements and work skills day can be a brilliant way to find out more about the world of employment. Head to our Employment Support page to find out more about our virtual and in-person opportunities. Once you've received your new wheelchair, it's time to make sure you and your child know how to use it safely and confidently. Check out our range of free wheelchair skills workshops to find out more. If you're looking for support or advice from families of other young wheelchair users, then our Families Network is for you. Click here to find out more and join. Submit an application with our online form Click the button below to access our online application form for mobility equipment Apply now Prefer to apply offline? Click the button below to access PDF versions of the application documents Apply by post Taking measurements If you apply for a chair from Whizz-Kidz, you may need to take some measurements to help us find the right chair for you. Check out our useful video to find out how to accurately collect upper body measurements. Watch now Frequently asked questions How do I apply for mobility equipment? What are your criteria for providing equipment? Does Whizz-Kidz maintain the equipment they provide? Do you have a brochure or catalogue of the equipment you provide? Can I try out the mobility equipment? What type of equipment do you provide? Can our community therapist be involved in the assessment? If we have already bought a piece of equipment can you refund us? Do you means test? Do you take vouchers from the NHS Wheelchair Service? Can you provide us with a Grant? Are your mobility therapists qualified? Do you have joint funding? Are there other charities that can help? How do you prioritise an application? I want to buy the Mobility Equipment privately. Can you offer some advice? How long will I/my child be on the waiting list? What do I do if the young person has outgrown their equipment? What do I do if the young person no longer needs their equipment? What if the young person's needs have changed and the equipment no longer meets their needs? Where can I go for help if the young person is over 18? Is it possible for a Whizz-Kidz therapist to do an assessment if we have the money/have fundraised to buy our child their equipment? Applying for equipment Apply now Donate Whizz-Kidz is the working name of The Movement for Non-Mobile Children (Whizz-Kidz). Registered charity No. 802872. Company registered in England and Wales No. 2444520. 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