1 in 2 Mobility Scooter Users Have Received No Training
A shocking number of mobility scooter users (48%) have been given no training for their scooter, despite over 75% of drivers owning their scooter for at least one year, new research exclusively commissioned by Surewise has just found. Just 12% of mobility scooters sought out training for themselves, while 40% were given mobility scooter training […]
Read MoreSimple Tips to Adjust a New Wheelchair to Your Needs
Wheelchairs are much more than a vehicle to get people with mobility issues and disabilities from A to B; they are a lifeline to more independence. They allow users to maintain their freedom and go about their daily tasks in more comfort. As time goes on, users begin to feel in tune with their wheelchairs. […]
Read MoreDo You Need Home Insurance When Renting?
Do you need insurance when renting? And if so, what type of insurance coverage do you need? In this guide, we’ll cover contents insurance, and renters insurance, and help you decide what kind of home insurance policy is the best choice for you. The proportion of people living in a rented home in Britain has […]
Read MoreHow to Get Rid of Roof Moss
Depending on who you talk to, roof moss or algae is either a serious problem for UK roofs or absolutely nothing to worry about. In September 2012, the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) went so far as to say that “moss on roof tiles is rarely a problem”, adding that it only needs to […]
Read MoreHow to Store Your Mobility Scooter Securely
Find out how to store your mobility scooter correctly to keep the scooter and battery in top condition when in storage for an extended period of time. You can download a free PDF version of this guide, here There may come a time when you need to store your mobility scooter for a longer period […]
Read More99% Of Storage Insurance Customers Save When You Shop With Us
Research from ProInsight recently revealed that customers are paying three times more for storage insurance directly through storage providers than they are with online competitors such as Surewise.com.
Read MoreSurewise Becomes a Founding Member of the Care Workers’ Charity £500 Challenge
We are proud to be a Founding Member of the £500 Challenge – a fundraising campaign launched by The Care Workers’ Charity encouraging businesses across the adult social care sector to commit to an annual donation of £500, the same as an average grant they award to a care worker experiencing financial hardship. Social care […]
Read MoreElectric Cars and Accessibility: What Disabled Drivers Need to Know
This article will look at the potential challenges the shift to electric vehicles will entail for drivers with accessibility requirements and what potential solutions are at hand (or will need to be found). The phase-out of petrol and diesel car sales in 2030 means the vast majority of UK drivers will be behind the wheel […]
Read MoreConcerts For Carers: Everything You Need To Know
The last few years have highlighted the tireless and invaluable work that NHS and carers do. Concert For Carers was set up to show them our gratitude, while promoting the mental health and well-being of those who work so selflessly to give us help when we need it the most. This article will tell you […]
Read MoreAre Homeowners Turning To Self-Storage for More Space Amid Rising Mortgage Rates?
The global cost of living crisis has had a catastrophic impact on millions of people across the nation in the past few years, from rising energy bills and record-high fuel prices to skyrocketing mortgage rates putting many people’s house research on hold. With mortgage interest rates reaching a 15-year high in the summer, many households […]
Read MoreHelp – There Are Birds In My Roof!
If you’ve discovered birds in your roof, you may be worried about whether they can cause damage to your home by setting up their nest in there. In this guide, we’ll cover what you should do if you find birds in your roof and whether your home insurance will cover any resulting damage. Will Birds […]
Read MoreIs My Mobility Equipment Covered By My Home Insurance Policy?
Surewise provides home insurance and mobility scooter insurance to thousands of customers around the UK, and we also provide carers insurance to self-employed carers, personal assistants, and direct payment-employed carers. As such, we’re in touch with people who either have limited mobility or are caring for someone who has a disability, on a regular basis. […]
Read MoreHow To Deal With A Rat Problem
In this guide, we’ll cover what steps to take if you’re dealing with a rat problem in your home, and how to avoid rodents infesting your property again. There’s nothing that will make your stomach drop like seeing a grey body with a long long scamper across your kitchen floor and realising your sanctuary has […]
Read MoreCarers Pension Guide: What Support Is Available to You?
If you have given up work – either part-time or full-time – in order to be a carer, it’s important to know what impact this can have on your State Pension. In this guide, we’ve covered some useful resources to help you protect your pension entitlement when you reach retirement age. Who Qualifies For State […]
Read MoreRadar Keys For Disabled Toilets: How To Get One
In this guide, we’ve covered how to get a RADAR key for disabled toilets, how to use your key, and tips for accessing disabled facilities when travelling in Europe. As a disabled person, it can be extremely inconvenient to request a disabled toilet to be unlocked by staff before you can use it. Most disabled […]
Read MoreDoes Home Insurance Cover Heat Wave Damage?
Temperatures extreme enough to potentially cause damage to your home is a circumstance not many would imagine to be a problem for British homes, but with heat waves sweeping across the country at increasingly hotter levels, the question needs to be asked: does your home insurance cover heat wave damage? In this guide, we’ll take […]
Read MoreDementia Caregiver Resources
In this guide, we’ve included a comprehensive list of the different resources available for dementia caregivers. This includes financial support, where to seek advice, emotional support, training and education, and more. Who to ask about dementia carer resources? If you feel you would like more access to resources to support you in your role as […]
Read MoreWhat Is A Sunflower Lanyard?
The sunflower lanyard is now a nationally recognised symbol around the UK – but what exactly does it mean, and who can wear one? In this guide, we’ve covered everything you need to know about the sunflower lanyard scheme. What Is A Sunflower Lanyard? The sunflower lanyard can be identified as a green lanyard decorated […]
Read MoreCounselling for Dementia Carers & Other Support
In this guide, we’ll cover the different types of counselling for dementia carers, therapies available, why this might benefit you, and other forms of support on offer to carers in the UK. Caring for a person with dementia can be an incredibly challenging time. Dementia is a complex condition that, as you may already know, […]
Read MoreDementia Helplines for Carers
Whether you need emotional support, financial advice, questions answered, or something else, this guide contains a comprehensive list of helplines available to dementia carers whenever you need help. Carers Support Helplines Carer’s UK Carer’s UK provide a helpline to assist with benefits and financial support, your rights as a carer, services available to you, and […]
Read MoreBenefits for Dementia Carers
If you have reduced your hours at work or stopped working altogether in order to provide unpaid care for someone, you may be eligible for certain benefits. In this guide, we’ll go through the benefits available to dementia carers in the UK, as well as other discounts and allowances on offer to you and the […]
Read MoreHow To Cut Down On Your Home Energy Bill
Worried about rising energy costs? This comprehensive guide offers you clever and practical ways to save on your energy bills. The energy crisis is a complex and evolving issue caused by a combination of factors: cold winters, depleting energy supplies as well as sanctions on Russian imports. While renewable energy sources are an important priority […]
Read MoreWhen Should Someone with Dementia Move into a Care Home?
In this guide, we’ve covered everything you may want to consider when it comes to deciding whether your loved one living with dementia may be ready to move into a care home. If you are a carer for a family member or friend with dementia, you may be looking toward the future and wondering at […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Dementia: A Guide to Caring for a Dementia Patient
In this guide, we’ve signposted some of the best resources online to help you better understand dementia – from facts and figures to treatment and support. Contents: Dementia currently affects more than 55 million across the world. In the UK, there are an estimated 900,000 people with dementia, and 540,000 people caring for someone with […]
Read MoreCourses for Dementia Carers
This guide covers courses for dementia carers in the UK. Whether you’re an unpaid carer or employed carer, these courses can help you gain a better understanding of dementia, gain skills for communicating with someone with dementia, and ensuring you’re also looking after your own well-being. Whether you are a paid carer looking after people […]
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