No easy access to home

A mobility scooter user was struggling to get into her house without jolting her back

Sometimes quick fix and small, affordable solutions can make a big difference to every day life such as having access to your home made easier, safer and even less painful.

One of our members uses a mobility scooter but was finding it difficult to get into her home with her scooter as she had to go up and over the door step and frame. Each time she did this, she jolted her back which was becoming increasingly painful. 

Steve inspected the access way and came up with a solution, a small ramp up to the door over the step. The door step was measured the same day as the the request was made. A ramp manufactured that afternoon and installed thereafter. This ensured that the member was safe entering and leaving the door.

Safety at home

You may find these sources of information useful when reviewing your safety at home.

• Your Home – Information on how to plan and create a safer and more comfortable home environment for you and your loved ones, as you get older.  
• Electrical safety at home (Electrical Safety team at NT WorkSafe on 1800 019 115)
• Fire safety at home 
• Home security – protect your home, safety on the phone, if you are confronted in your home
• Neighbourhood safety – CrimeStoppers 1800 333 000
• Reduce your risk of falling – download the brochure, Don’t fall for it