service
Paid
We provide short-term hire of wheelchairs and scooters to help people get around the shops in Kingston Town Centre.
What is this service?
the scheme includes:
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free delivery of a non-standard cycle
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a training session
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insurance against theft or damage
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collection when the loan is complete
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information about all aspects of inclusive cycling
Good to know
- Cost: Free
- Wait time: One week
- Additional information: An inclusive cycle loan scheme for London Wheels4MeLondon will provide free cycle loans for Disabled people in London. It is an initiative developed by Wheels for Wellbeing, in collaboration with [Peddle My Wheels](https://peddlemywheels.com/) and [Sustrans](https://www.sustrans.org.uk/) and funded by the [Motability Foundation](https://www.motabilityfoundation.org.uk/). Through this project, more people will be able to take advantage of the wellbeing and physical health benefits of cycling. By increasing access to non-standard cycles across London, the scheme is working towards creating fully inclusive cycle hire options. To ensure that participants receive the right services and cycles, Wheels for Wellbeing will provide consultation sessions to provide essential support and guidance. Call our specialist advisor: 020 7346 8482 or email [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). Why Wheels4MeLondon? Lack of access to a suitable mobility aid, cycling opportunities and lack of awareness can reduce or remove the ability to travel safely and independently for many, as evidenced in [Wheels for Wellbeing’s inclusive cycling guide](https://wheelsforwellbeing.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/FC_WfW-Inclusive-Guide_FINAL_V03.pdf). In addition Sustrans’ [Disabled Citizens’ Inquiry](https://www.sustrans.org.uk/our-blog/research/all-themes/all/disabled-citizens-inquiry/) found that 86% of disabled people across the UK would find it useful for them to walk or wheel more if everyone who requires a mobility aid had financial support and advice to access one to meet their needs. In efforts to remove some of these barriers the Wheels4MeLondon scheme will offer free, accessible cycle loans for people across London for up to a month at a time. As well as this, the scheme includes: free delivery a training session insurance against theft or damage collection when the loan is complete information about all aspects of inclusive cycling Who is Wheels4MeLondon for? Someone who wants to borrow a non-standard cycle You must be over 18 to book a loan The bike can be delivered and collected, to and from any London borough You must live, work or study in a London borough and proof will be needed to be shown upon delivery of the bike from one of the following documents – council tax bill, tenancy agreement, enrolment papers, employee contract plus photo ID.
