If you live in Scotland and you cannot get to Glasgow, please contact your GP. They can arrange a review at a SMART centre(opens in a new window).
We think a review can help you
Based on what you told us, we recommend you have an adaptations review. You might hear this called an 'assessment' too.
It's just to help you decide which adaptations are right for you. And make sure you're comfortable using them.
You'll have this at a Driving Mobility(opens in a new window) centre. Their trained staff will support you and give you a report, with recommendations.
Learn about the adaptations you selected
Upper body
Steering aidsThese are things like a steering ball if you find it difficult to hold or turn the wheel. You can remove these too.You might also need a steering aid if you have other hand controls fitted.
Remote control devicesThese are control panels with remote control devices, on your steering wheel. You can use them to work things like your indicators, wipers and headlights.This can also include a steering aid so you can steer and operate your vehicle with one hand.
Hand controlsThese are useful if you find braking or accelerating difficult. You push or pull a lever to control the speed of your vehicle.There are many types of hand controls.
Electronic acceleratorsThese might help if you have limited mobility in your legs.There are many different types of electronic accelerators and the all come with a hand-controlled brake.
Lower body
Pedal modificationsYou can have pedals extended to bring them closer to your driving seat.There are other pedal modifications you can have too. Most of them are only suitable for automatic vehicles.
Left foot acceleratorsYou can have one of these fitted if you have limited mobility in your right leg.The original accelerator is either protected or folded away.
Access
Electric hoistsThese physically lift you in and out of the vehicle. They include a permanent mount and three parts that fit together easily.You my prefer this to a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAVWheelchair Accessible Vehicle) as it lets you sit in the seat next to the driver.
Swivel seatsThese make it easier for you to get in and out of your vehicle. They can be manual or motorised and fitted to either the driver or passenger side.There are permanent swivel seats and wheelchair swivel seats. They can only be fitted in some vehicles.
Side stepsTo help you step up into the driver or passenger seat of a large vehicle safely you might be able to have a manual or automatic powered side step fitted.These an be fitted in various positions to most vehicles. They're stored securely under the vehicle when they're not being used.
Transfer platesYou can have on of these fitted to the side of your vehicle seat to help you get in and out.This is a smooth surface that you sit on between getting out of your wheelchair and into your vehicle. You can then fold the transfer plate away until you're ready to get out.
Secure storage
Rooftop storageYou can have on of these fitted if you need to take a manual wheelchair but also keep your boot space.It's a box that fits on the roof of your vehicle. An electric hoist lifts the wheelchair from the ground, then manoeuvres it into the rooftop box.
Car boot hoistsYou can have on these fitted if you need to take a wheelchair or scooter with you.The type of hoist you need depends on your wheelchair or scooter. Boot hoists can take up a lot of space.
We've listed some adaptations, so you can learn more about them.
If you do not want a review, you'll need to speak to an adaptations installer instead.They'll talk to you about adaptations and help you choose what's right for you.
If you have a Scheme vehicle but you cannot use it, please let us know