Lifeonwheels Blog

Ten essentials for your handbag when your a powerchair user! 

Believe it or not these have all happened to me! 

 

 

1. An allen key and a screwdriver for when you have a screw loose!...(or at least your wheelchair does!) 

 

2. Gaffer tape -in case electrical parts fall off! 

 

3. WD 40 for when your wheelchair starts making strange noises or the bus or taxi you are getting on has a rusty ramp. 

 

4. Mobile phone - for when you get stuck on some random bit of pavement where there is a dip or your trusty chair has broken down so you can call for assistance!

 

5. A good book/or handheld console for when your waiting to be rescued when the chair has broken down whiles away the boredom and takes your mind of your bladders need to be empted !

 

6. A good rain mac - essential in case you get stranded by your trusty machine in the rain shame I can't read a book then.. unless I am lucky and get stranded under a shelter which almost never happens! 

 

7. Spare fuses for if your fuse blows - diagrams to show people how to change the fuse on your chair as you can't get to it ! 

 

8. A drink in case the trusty chair breaks down before you take your meds perferably wine but sensibly water especially if it is during the day! 

 

9. A book of witty responses to take the edge of when people repeatedly comment on your speed/whether you can drink alcohol or have sex/children. Yes I can have children thank you very much! and Yes I can look after them ! 

 

10. A pocket mirror - to help with reversing especially when you are getting on a bus. 

 

Hmm maybe I need a bigger handbag!