Independence Mobility

27/10/2026

Today is World Occupational Therapy Day, and we want to say a big thank you to the OTs we work with every day. We feel lucky to share our days with so many brilliant OTs across the NHS and private practice.

Good outcomes in specialist seating and mobility don’t happen by chance. They come from an OT who knows their client inside out and always fights for the best outcome for them.

Thank you for your knowledge, your patience and your commitment to independence. 💗

22/10/2026

Calling all case managers and OTs 👋

We know how much thought goes into every equipment recommendation you make, and how hard it is to find the time to keep up with everything that’s changing.

So we’re making it easy. We’re offering free CPD webinars just for your team, booked on a date that suits you.

Each webinar is a relaxed, interactive hour with honest, impartial advice. There’s no sales pitch and no favourite brands, just practical knowledge you can use straight away, without leaving your desk.

Choose from:
🟠 Powered wheelchairs: finding the right fit for your client
🟠 How to navigate highly specialised wheelchair assessments
🟠 Seating postures: protecting your client’s long-term health
🟠 Reports that hold up: for experts preparing personal injury and clinical negligence reports

Because each webinar is private to your organisation, your team can bring along their trickiest questions and real-life cases. That’s often where the best conversations happen!

Want something different? We can tailor a webinar around your team too.

📞 Give us a ring on 0113 262 8000 to book
✉️ Or drop us an email [email protected]

12/10/2026

End of an era!

After many years with us, Andrew is retiring, and it's hard to imagine the place without him.

With over 40 years of wheelchair prescription experience, Andrew was the person we all turned to. Even after stepping back from the road, he was still here every day, sharing his knowledge and backing the team up.

What always set him apart was how much he cared. His clients were never just appointments. They were people, and he gave every one of them his time and attention.

Last week we said goodbye over pizza at Rudy's 🍕 A fitting send-off for someone who means so much to all of us.

Andrew, thank you for everything. Enjoy every moment of your retirement. You've more than earned it! 👏

07/10/2026

Some days stay with you long after the cameras stop rolling. 💜

Last Thursday, we filmed our next Breaking Boundaries feature, and we had the pleasure of joining the wonderful team and members of Purple Patch Arts in Leeds to experience and learn about their Lifelong Learning Programme.

Our favourite part of these days is meeting the members and seeing how programmes like this have changed their lives.

We heard stories of confidence found, friendships made and a really special sense of community. There were plenty of smiles and laughs throughout the day, and we left feeling so moved by the happiness, creativity and pride in that room. ✨

Purple Patch Arts is a local charity that provides a whole range of incredible programmes for their members with learning disabilities, all based around creativity and the arts. But what they've built is so much more than just a programme. It's a place where people are celebrated and given the chance to shine.

We can't wait to reveal the video and show everyone what goes on at Purple Patch Arts. 🎥

Thanks team Purple Patch, for welcoming us in!

01/10/2026

FREE Wheelchair Skills Course 🦽

6 weeks of practical, confidence-building sessions in Leeds. All abilities welcome!

Book your free place 👉 https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/fully-funded-6-week-wheelchair-skills-course-independence-mobility-leeds-tickets-1999502639219

Our next Wheelchair Skills course is in the heart of Leeds, thanks to the lovely people at Independence Mobility!

This one will be popular, so book your place now at https://tinyurl.com/56zsmzkv

16/09/2026

Season 2 of Wheel Chat is officially underway! 🎙️

Co-hosted by our very own Anthony Mitchell and Justin Boulos, the podcast is back with more honest, unbiased mobility talk, and the first 3 episodes are already live.

Here's what you've missed so far...
🦴 Are wheelchairs hurting children's hips? With Dr. Mathias Axt
❌ Why wheelchair belts shouldn't be mounted like car seatbelts. With Barend ter Haar
🧍 Can kids stand without perfect alignment? With Dr. Ginny Paleg and Roslyn Livingstone

🎧 Catch up now on your favourite podcast platform, or see our faces on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

28/08/2026

Yesterday marked the reopening of the new the Charity for Disabled Children superstore, and our Sales Director Charley was there to see it firsthand 👏

Throughout the day, he heard directly from staff, volunteers and charity advocates about the positive impact Newlife-funded equipment has on young disabled people and their families.

As one of Newlife's preferred equipment suppliers, we see this impact regularly through our own work with families. If you're an OT, case manager, or referrer supporting someone who needs funding support, Newlife is well worth exploring as a route to the right equipment.

It was fantastic to celebrate this next chapter for the store, and we're delighted to keep playing our part in their mission going forward. 💙

27/08/2026

Calling OTs and clinical teams in our region!

We're taking bookings for our popular lunch & learn training sessions and we'd love to invite you and your colleagues to book.

We understand that your time for training is often very limited, so our lunch & learn sessions are designed to give you a fast introduction to a specific mobility products topic, at a time and a location that’s convenient for you.

Why book a Lunch and Learn with us?

- Our sessions are free and CPD approved
- You can brush up on your skills or learn something new
- Training can be tailored for your team
- You'll get the chance to test drive some of our latest products
- We'll visit you at a location and time that's convenient for you and your team
- And...we'll bring lunch!

Find out more and book - https://www.independencemobility.co.uk/lunch-and-learn-training.html

20/08/2026

Pink is close to our hearts here at Independence Mobility - it's central to our brand, so it always makes us smile when we see our customers sharing the love of pink too!

The use of colour is a powerful way to customise your mobility equipment and really make it yours.

Doesn't this vibrant pink trike and children's wheelchair look stunning in the sunshine!

Fancy adding a splash of colour to your next equipment? Get in touch with our team to find out what's possible.

13/08/2026

Something exciting is coming!

We can't reveal the details just yet, but it's something that everyone in our community will be able to benefit from - customers, OTs, case managers, suppliers and more.

It won't be long until we can tell all, so watch this space!