Wizzybug Loan Scheme
Organisation/service details
Organisation details
Description of activity
Wizzybug is a fun, innovative powered wheelchair provided FREE of charge to young children in the UK by Designability a charity based in Bath.
Who is Wizzybug designed for?
Wizzybug is designed for physically disabled children. This includes children living with cerebral palsy, spinal muscular atrophy, spina bifida or muscular dystrophy, as well as children with amputations or other conditions that affect their ability to walk.
Wizzybug is intended for pre-school children of minimum age 14 months and a maximum weight of 20 kg.
How can Wizzybug be used?
Wizzybug is an electrically powered wheelchair for indoor and outdoor use, with adult supervision. Children use Wizzybugs at home and at pre-school, and in outdoor spaces such as parks, gardens and playgrounds.
Wizzybug can be used every day or just occasionally, but is not intended to be used all day, every day. Through the loan scheme a child can have a Wizzybug for as long as it is suitable for them (usually until they outgrow it) when it is returned to Designability to be refurbished ready for another child to enjoy.
How can I apply?
Families can apply for a Wizzybug direct via the application on the website here. Appointments are held at our HQ in Bath, and at our partner’s clinics at William Merritt Centre, Leeds and Mae Murray Foundation, Northern Ireland.
Our clinics are open Monday – Friday 9-5pm. They have disabled parking, disabled access and baby changing facilities. All our trained OTs have enhanced DBS clearance and our admin and support staff have basic DBS clearance.
Email address: [email protected]
Families on low-income who may need support with the cost of attending their Wizzybug appointment can apply to our Access Fund for assistance.
Organisation contact details
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Address and accessibility
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Accessibility
Accessible building
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Dietary needs catered for
Staff have specialist training
Availability
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| Monday | From 9am | To 5pm |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | From 9am | To 5pm |
| Wednesday | From 9am | To 5pm |
| Thursday | From 9am | To 5pm |
| Friday | From 9am | To 5pm |
When is the activity or service available
How to access the service/activity
Description of eligibility or referral criteria and pathways (if applicable)
When filling out the application form the eligibility will be checked before booking an appointment with the handover team.
Does a parent / carer need to stay on premises during activity
Is there a cost for this service or activity
Inclusion and accessibility
Taking part if you are a child or young person with additional needs or a disability.
How can a child or young person with SEND take part in this activity
A child benefits hugely from this service. The Wizzybug enables children with physical disabilities to have indepence where it many otherwise not be possible.