Motability Announce the launch of a new DVD
A new DVD has just been released by the
Motability charity to help explain the benefits of Motability – the leading car scheme for disabled people. Through the stories of real customers, the DVD explains how the Scheme works and shows just how easy it is to enjoy a car, powered wheelchair or scooter without the worry of owning and running one. It will be useful for health professionals, advisory groups, social services and other charities and organisations, as well as eligible disabled people and their families, advising them about the help that is available through the Motability Scheme.
Motability provides a simple way for disabled people to enjoy the freedom and independence of a new car, scooter or powered wheelchair by simply transferring all or part of their government-funded mobility allowance. Over half a million people currently benefit from Motability’s worry-free motoring, but there are still over one million eligible disabled people who could take advantage.
One of the stars of the new DVD, Allen Parton, 51 was only too pleased to help raise awareness of the Motability Scheme. He says “I’m ex-Royal Navy, and was injured in the Gulf War. I suffered a traumatic head injury which left me in hospital for five years. When I woke up I couldn’t recall being married, the birth of my children or even read, write, walk or talk. It’s been a long recovery to where I am today.”
Allen continues “My life changed when I met an assistance dog called Endal. I went from being a recluse to an active person again and slowly every day he brought me back to my family. My life had completely turned around and I wanted to live life to the full and that’s where Motability came into our lives. We got our first car 16 years ago and it’s like joining an exclusive club – a Motability family. Every three years we renew our car and it just gets easier and easier if that’s at all possible. Motability are there to help you and knowing that you’ve got backup and you’re not on your own if a problem arises gives you real peace of mind.”
You can order your free copy of the DVD by calling Motability on
0800 093 1000 to ask for your free copy. The DVD includes options for viewing with British Sign Language and with English and Welsh subtitles.