Many people, as they age, may feel insecure about living in such a fast-paced world that requires mobility in order to function and participate in daily tasks. Thanks to the invention of electric scooters, the elderly no longer need to sit indoors all day or be escorted to perform such daily necessities as doing the shopping or getting out for some fresh air.
When buying a scooter for an elderly person, or assisting them in choosing one for themselves, there are a few things to consider:
- Will they be using the scooter predominantly indoors or out? Different models are more suited to one or the other.
- What is their financial situation and do they have personal insurance that may cover some of the costs?
- Make sure that the electric scooter that you are looking at will be able to fit through doorways and navigate shopping isles.
- How much storage space do they have and will they be travelling a lot? Foldable scooters are an excellent choice for both.
- Check the braking and speed controls. Most scooters for the elderly have the controls on the handlebars, however there are other models with controls on the footplate or arm rests.
- Make sure that you are buying your scooter from a reputable company and that there is a warranty.
Scooters for the elderly have transformed the lives of our senior citizens, allowing them freedom and independence.
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