Wizzybug Loan Scheme

About

This is an independent service, which is not run by the NHS or WSCC.

This service is not checked by WSCC and including it on the Local Offer website does not mean that it is a recommended service.

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Wizzybug is a fun, innovative powered wheelchair provided FREE of charge to young children in the UK by Designability a charity based in Bath. It is designed for physically disabled children and enables them to have a sense of freedom and independence which may not otherwise be possible.

What we do

• Our Wizzybug Loan Scheme allows children with physical disabilities to loan powered wheelchairs from 14 months to approximately age 5 (max weight 20kg) to enable them to access the world in a way that would not otherwise be possible.
• Families can apply for a Wizzybug directly via the application on the website.
• Appointments are held at our HQ in Bath, and at our partner clinic at William Merritt Centre, Leeds

Age range

1-5

Wheelchair accessible

Yes

Free to use

Yes

Requires application

Yes