Announcing The Launch Of Our “Safer Mobility” Campaign: Keeping Mobility Scooter Users Safe
Surewise is delighted to announce the official launch of our brand new Safer Mobility Campaign, pioneering the way to keep mobility scooter users safe when using the roads. As one of the leading providers of mobility scooter insurance in the UK, our team has experienced up close the devastating effect road incidents involving mobility scooter […]
Read MoreStorage Insurance For Seasonal Business Owners
When you own a seasonal business, renting a storage unit is often a convenient and cost-effective way to store your excess stock and fulfill additional orders during the busy period. This article covers the benefits of self-storage and storage insurance for seasonal business owners looking to save costs on storage space. When you manage a […]
Read MoreTerminally Ill Mum Demands Action To Protect Vulnerable Mobility Scooter Users
A terminally ill mum is calling on road users to be more considerate of mobility scooters, highlighting the growing daily difficulties she faces while trying to get around. Dawn West, who has stage 4 breast cancer, describes her mobility scooter as her “lifeline,” relying on it to attend medical appointments, shop and meet friends. However, […]
Read More10 Questions to Expect When Meeting a Client as a Self-Employed Carer
When working as a self-employed carer, you’ll need to become accustomed to having an interview of sorts with all of your potential clients. Not only is this a prime opportunity for your clients to decide if you’re the right fit for themselves or the person they’re arranging care for, but it’s also a good opportunity […]
Read MoreBlesma Member Receives His First Ever Scooter Thanks to Surewise
We have been a partner of Blesma, The Limbless Veterans since 2022. This partnership has allowed us to donate four scooters a term to Blesma Members. These mobility scooters play a crucial role in helping Blesma’s Members regain their independence. While some Members have lived without a limb for years, others have recently undergone amputations […]
Read MoreShould Mobility Scooters Give Way to Pedestrians?
As a mobility scooter user, you may often find yourself sharing pavements and public spaces with pedestrians. This raises an important question: should mobility scooters give way to pedestrians? What are the official regulations when it comes to sharing pavements with all kinds of users? In the UK, the use of mobility scooters has grown […]
Read MoreMobility Scooter Insurance in the Winter: Why You Need It
As winter approaches, many mobility scooter users may reduce their usage due to colder weather and challenging conditions. However, keeping your mobility scooter insurance active during this time remains important. Here’s why maintaining your mobility scooter insurance cover throughout the winter months can save you from unnecessary risks and costs. Protection Against Theft and Damage […]
Read MoreAutism Services Available To You
When you’re looking for autism services available to you, it can be hard to know where to start. Whether you’re autistic yourself or you support an autistic person as a carer, personal assistant, or family member, you may have questions or need support. In this directory, we’ve put together a selection of autism services available for […]
Read MoreMobility Scooters Vs Power Wheelchairs: Major Differences, Uses, and Capabilities
Many people who use a mobility scooter also use a wheelchair of some sort for use around the home, or when the bulk and speed of a mobility scooter isn’t appropriate. Sometimes, however, it can be confusing to know what mobility device you need – and indeed, which is most suitable for your needs. While […]
Read MoreCan You Run A Business From A Storage Unit?
Can you run a business from a storage unit? In short, it depends. Here are a few businesses ideal for running from a storage unit.
Read MoreBlue Badge Parking Rules: Everything You Need To Know
A blue badge is something you can place in your vehicle – as a passenger or driver – that will help you to park close to your destination. In this guide, we’ve covered some of the essential rules and regulations when using your blue badge so you can enjoy your increased independence without risking a […]
Read MoreHow A Carer Can Support Someone With Autism
Are you wondering how to support someone with autism? If you’re new to caring, or this is your first time supporting an autistic person, you probably want to learn more about the condition and how to help. In this article, we’ll explain what autism is and some of the related terminology, how to support someone […]
Read MoreHiring a PA for an Autistic Individual
Are you considering hiring a PA for an autistic individual? A PA can be a great support for an autistic person, offering help with personal care, household tasks, social skills, and getting out and about. However, we know that it can be difficult to know where to start looking. Whether you’re autistic yourself and need […]
Read MoreTravelling with a Mobility Scooter Abroad
Travelling with a mobility scooter this year? Check out our most useful tips for organising your trip abroad with your mobility scooter for a stress-free travel experience.
Read MoreMatching Mobility Scooters for Blemsa Couple: Our Latest Donation
For the past few years, we have been honoured to partner with Blesma, an organisation supporting limbless veterans. Our partnership includes an annual commitment to donate four mobility scooters. These mobility scooters play a crucial role in helping Blesma’s Members regain their independence. While some Members have lived without a limb for years, others have […]
Read MoreHow to Start Your Own Home Care Business: A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re currently working as a self-employed carer (or are employed by a home care business), a next step in the progression of your career may be to consider starting your own home care business. This can seem like a huge challenge when you’re first getting started – so here, we’ve broken down some of […]
Read MoreClient Profile Booklet for Carers
We’re thrilled to launch our latest offering for care workers in the UK: a client profile booklet, providing space to keep all your client’s details in one secure place. This booklet is free of charge and available to any care worker or other individual providing care to someone. This booklet is designed for Personal Assistants, […]
Read More8 Personal Valuables You Should Never Store in Self-Storage
It can be easy to view your self-storage unit as an extension of your garage – a place to store items and belongings that you don’t use on a regular basis but still want to keep safe. However, unlike your garage, you can’t just store anything and everything in your storage unit. There are a […]
Read MoreCarers Support For Mental Health
The past few years have presented some uncertain challenges and proved to be a testing time for all of us and none more so than our nation’s carers. Our recent carer’s mental health survey could not have been more emphatic with its findings: “Your health is your wealth”, as the saying goes, and none more […]
Read MoreCarer’s Allowance & State Pensions: What You Need To Know
In this guide, we’re answering a common question from carers: can pensioners claim Carer’s Allowance? And does receiving Carer’s Allowance affect the station pension? Let’s take a look at these frequently asked questions. Anytime you are thinking about applying for a new benefit you think you may be entitled to, it is a sensible idea […]
Read MoreCarer’s Allowance: A Total Guide
In this guide, we’ve provided a complete guide to what Carer’s Allowance is and who is entitled to it, so you can make sure you’re not missing out on what you’re owed. What is Carer’s Allowance? Carer’s Allowance is a benefit available to people spending 35 hours or more a week providing care to someone […]
Read MoreCould Bluetooth Devices Protect Your Mobility Scooter From Theft?
In the past couple of years, Bluetooth and GSM tracking has grown tremendously. No longer being an expensive add-on to gadgets out of reach for most of us, trackers are coming down in price to make keeping tabs on your valuable possessions easier than ever. In this article, we’ll be looking into exactly what Bluetooth […]
Read MoreAutism Support: Support for Carers of Autistic People
Are you an autism carer looking for support? Whether you’re a family carer or a professional care worker, we know that providing care and support can be difficult. In this article, we’ll look at the autism support you might need, the funding available, and how to access autism help. When people think of autism help, they […]
Read MoreCarer’s Allowance for Autism Carers
Do you care for someone for more than 35 hours a week as an unpaid carer? If so, you may be able to claim Carer’s Allowance for the autistic child or adult that you support. We know that caring for an autistic person can be time-consuming. You may have needed to reduce your hours at […]
Read MoreHow to Become a Registered Carer
There are a number of benefits to becoming a registered carer, including providing you with access to more support and information to help you in your day-to-day role. Here, we’ve covered everything you need to know about becoming a registered carer.
Read More5 Apps and Tools to Help Self-Employed Carers Manage Your Finances & Time
As a self-employed carer, you’ll likely already know that managing your finances and time efficiently is crucial to running a successful business. However, it can be hard to find the time to streamline your business to make it as efficient as possible when you’re juggling so many other responsibilities. We’ve made that part easier with […]
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