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ISSUE A big welcome
to the latest edition
2 of our catalogue

2016 Having started as a family
business 14 years ago, we’re
EDITOR’S proud to have come such a
long way. Having brought
NOTE the business from a single
small shop in Preston, to become the largest
Place an order UK supplier of Independent Living Aids, with
by visiting your multiple stores across the UK, we’re in the best
local Pharmacy. possible place to help enable you to realise
A member of the your independence, for a better life.

team will be If you’re new to Betterlife, we offer a wide range
happy to help. of solutions to help with everyday tasks to make
life a bit easier, so have a look through to see
Designed by Be Curious how we can help you or your loved ones.
www.becurious.uk.com
For 2016 we’ve added in some great advice with
top tips, from keeping mobile in the garden,
to medicine management and general health
matters such as SAD and getting enough sleep.
So let us know what you think, we value your
feedback and want to take your comments on
board for our next issue.

Grant Abrahams

Head of Betterlife

Four exciting products to
enjoy an independent life

We’re continually on the search for exciting solutions
to help support you with everyday tasks. Here are some
simple, effective suggestions to help you around the home.

See HurryCane See Ucello Kettle Tipper
Page Walking Stick Page
For some people, pouring
30 The HurryCane Freedom 83 hot water can prove to be a
is a lightweight, height tricky task. The kettle tipper
See adjustable walking stick has been designed to take
Page suitable for all-terrains. the weight of the kettle
It features a strong, pivoting making it safe and steady
96 base for optimum stability to lift and pour.
and 3 individual ferrules for
additional grip. Personal GPS Tracker

Vascular Monitor See Designed to help give carers
Page and relatives peace of mind.
If you need to regularly take 102 It’s fitted with a SIM card
your blood pressure reading, which makes it easy to keep
do so in the comfort of your track of your loved one’s
own home and get accurate exact location via Google
results with convenience; Maps and for them to text
the portable blood pressure in an emergency.
monitor is fully automatic
and simple to use.

4 Out and About: LIVING
ROOM
OUT AND
ABOUT

BATHROOM BEDROOM

KITCHEN WELLBEING

contents

06 OUT AND ABOUT Know what you're
looking for?
We have a whole range of products We’ve grouped
that can help you get out and about,
from scooters and wheelchairs, to solutions together
walking frames and sticks. by room to make

36 LIVING ROOM life easier.

With our chair designs, you don’t TOP
need to sacrifice style when you seek
practicality and comfort. Our guide on TIP
page 49 can help you choose.
Colour coded
54 BEDROOM sections for easy

Our range of adjustable beds means navigation
that you can choose the bed that
gives you the right level of comfort If you have anything
and support for a good night’s sleep. to ask or would like
to place an order
68 BATHROOM
call us on
Our range is designed to help give 0333 9204 977
you safety and comfort with all sorts
of clever designs for your needs in or email
the bathroom. pharmacy@
betterlife.co.uk
78 KITCHEN

We have lots of innovative designs to
help you out in the kitchen. From food
preparation, dining, to drinking and
most importantly, making a cuppa.

84 WELLBEING

We think we’ve thought of just about
everything; from relief for aches and
pains, to pill boxes, to helping you get
your socks on.

6 Out and About:

Check out pages 18
& 19 for our useful
guide on choosing
the wheels that are

right for you.

Out and About

The Style+ Scooter is fantastic. It’s easy to assemble
and disassemble and light enough to lift into

the back of my car, so perfect for visiting my son
for the weekend. I’ve got my life back.

Style+ 07
Scooter
I’m
The all new Style+ is ideal Exclusive
for trips out this summer.
It can be easily dismantled Easily
into 5 pieces to fit in a car dismantled
boot. Its lightweight yet
comfortable seat swivels Price (inc VAT)
360° to help you get on and £574.80
off safely. Its removable, £574.80
portable battery pack £574.80
makes it easy to recharge.

4mph (6.4kph) £479
Range up to
10 miles (16km) with VAT
Maximum user weight relief
USER 20 stone (130kgs)
Solid tyres In detail:

Travel friendly • Height: 91cm (36”)
Foldable • Width: 48cm (19”)
• Depth: 106cm (42”)
Height adjustable
Free courier delivery Colour Code Price (ex VAT)
Red BLB0001 £479
Set up delivery (£65) Blue BLB0002 £479
12 months guarantee White BLB0003 £479

You might Scooter Control Cover Panel
find this
useful too Perfect for our rainy weather. The cover protects the
electronics but allows you full control of the scooter’s handles.
Fits virtually all scooter control panels.

Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0004 £12.99 £15.59

08 Out and About:

Foldable People who
& travel bought this also
friendly purchased the
Personal GPS Tracker,
Style+ Scooter find full details
with Suspension
on page 102
The all new Style+ with Suspension
combines the excellent range of I’m New &
features of the Style+ with added Exclusive
4 spring suspension, for a more
comfortable drive. It can also be £549
easily dismantled into 5 pieces
and the additional shock absorbers with VAT
make it ideal for trips out. relief

4mph (6.4kph)

Range up to
10 miles (16km)
Maximum user weight
USER 20 stone (130kgs)

Solid tyres

Travel friendly
Foldable

Height adjustable
Free courier delivery
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee

In detail: Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Red BLB0005 £549 £658.80
• Length: 106cm (42”) White BLB0006 £549 £658.80
• Width: 48cm (19”) Blue BLB0007 £549 £658.80
• Height: 91cm (36”)

09

Style+ Superior Scooter See page 16
with Suspension for scooter
insurance
All the things you love about the from just £86
Style+ Scooter but with added features.
A bigger battery for those extra miles, I’m New &
charging point on the tiller handle, all Exclusive
round suspension and a headlight on
the front of the scooter. £649

4mph (6.4kph) with VAT
relief
Range up to
13 miles (21km)

Maximum user weight
USER 20 stone (130kgs)

Solid tyres

Travel friendly

Foldable

Height adjustable

Free courier delivery
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee

In detail: Range up
to 13 miles
• Length 106cm (42")
• Width 48cm (19")
• Height 91cm (36")

Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Red BLB0008 £649 £778.80
White BLB0009 £649 £778.80
Blue BLB0010 £649 £778.80

10 Out and About:

Neo 8 Scooter

This road scooter is
fitted with indicators
and mirrors, as well as
10” diameter wheels
with pneumatic tyres
and front suspension.
It also has a swivelling
super-padded seat and
a Delta tiller handle.

8mph (12kph) In detail: £1149
with VAT
Range up to • Length: 126cm (50”) relief
20 miles (32km) • Width: 60cm (24”)
• Height: 100cm (39”)
Maximum user weight
USER 21 stone (136kgs) Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Red BLB0011 £1,149 £1,378.80
Pneumatic tyres Blue BLB0012 £1,149 £1,378.80

Road scooter

Free courier delivery
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee

You might RADAR Key for Disabled Toilets
find this
useful too The RADAR key is designed to open all RADAR locks
found in disabled toilets in shopping centres, pubs,
cafes and many other locations across the UK. I’m

New

Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0013 £4.99 £5.99

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Envoy 8+ Scooter

This scooter is full of excellent features
including all-round suspension, LED headlights
and a modern style tiller head and dashboard.
The large pneumatic tyres and a Captain
Seat provides a comfortable ride.

8mph (12kph) £1499
with VAT
Range up to relief
30 miles (48km)
Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Maximum user weight Blue BLB0014 £1,499 £1,798.80
USER 25 stone (160kgs) Red BLB0015 £1,499 £1,798.80
Silver BLB0016 £1,499 £1,798.80
Pneumatic tyres White BLB0017 £1,499 £1,798.80

Road scooter

Free courier delivery
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee

In detail:

• Width: 60cm (24”)
• Length: 121cm (48”)

You might Deluxe Scooter Storage Cover
find this
useful too Ideal if you have to leave your scooter outside. Extremely heavy
duty, seam sealed, fully waterproof scooter storage cover. Its
tailored shape incorporates scooters with headrests and front
baskets. Features an easy and secure fastening which reduces
the need to bend over. Choose the large size for the Envoy 8+.

Size Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Small BLB0018 £49.99 £59.99
Medium BLB0019 £49.99 £59.99
Large BLB0020 £49.99 £59.99

12 Out and About: Genie+ Electric
Folding Scooter
4mph (6.4kph)
Range up to The Genie+ Electric Folding Scooter is a
9 miles (15km) lightweight, travel friendly scooter which folds
Maximum user weight and unfolds with a handy remote control. It is
USER 21 stone (136kgs) equipped with solid tyres, allowing it to be used
Solid tyres on a variety of surfaces including pavements
Travel friendly and grass without the risk of punctures.
Foldable
Free courier delivery
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee

In detail:

• Length 93cm (37")
• Width 45cm (18")

I’m New & £1499
Exclusive with VAT
relief
Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Red BLB0021 £1,499 £1,798.80 Folds at
Blue BLB0022 £1,499 £1,798.80 the touch
White BLB0023 £1,499 £1,798.80 of a button

Ambassador Scooter 13
£1699
The Ambassador 8mph Scooter provides
comfort, style, performance and reliability with VAT
in one scooter. It has been designed for relief
the more demanding journey, boasting
features such as suspension and a fully
adjustable, rotating Captain Seat
for maximum comfort.

8mph (12kph) I’m Brilliant
modern
Range up to New design
25 miles (40km)
In detail:
Maximum user weight
USER 25 stone (160kgs) • Length: 145cm (57”)
• Width: 66cm (26”)
Pneumatic tyres • Height: 120cm (47”)

Road scooter Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Spirit Red BLB0024 £1,699 £2038.80
Free courier delivery Dark Blue BLB0025 £1,699 £2,038.80
Set up delivery (£65) BLB0026 £1,699 £2,038.80
12 months guarantee Bronze

You might Mobility Scooter &
find this Wheelchair Spare Battery
useful too

Enjoy peace of mind that your mobility product is being powered
by a reliable source. Please see the easy guide on betterlife.
co.uk/catalogue for details of battery compatibility with scooter
models, and to check the number of batteries required.

Please note batteries are Battery size Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
sold individually, most 12amp BLB0027 £23.99 £28.79
scooters require a pair. 18amp BLB0028 £35.99 £43.19
34amp BLB0029 £65.99 £79.19

14 Out and About:

Easy Rider Scooter Great features

The Easy Rider is unique with a striking • Throttle lever with automatic
new design and stunning instrumentation, safe-braking system
offering precise handling that must be
experienced to be appreciated. Inspired • Additional hand brake for added security
by the success of the Sport Rider, this easy • Comfortable rotating sport style seat
to operate vehicle provides state of the with sliding and reclining facility
art performance and years of
dependable service. I’m

8mph (12kph) New

Range up to
31 miles (50km)

Maximum user weight
USER 28 stone (180kg)

Pneumatic tyres

Road scooter

Free set up delivery

12 months guarantee

In detail:

• Length: 166cm (65”)
• Width: 76cm (30”)
• Height: 155cm (45”)

Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0030 £3,499 £4,198.80

People who Easy Rider Pannier
bought the
Easy Rider Useful storage bag for the Easy Rider mobility scooter.
also bought
Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0031 £129 £154.80

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Mobility Essentials

5 essential accessories to complement your mobility scooter or wheelchair.

5 essential Poncho - Scooter
accessories Elasticated Hem Storage Cover

Helps to keep you dry when Provides temporary or
out in the rain. Perfect for occasional storage protection
wheelchairs, with slots to attach
to push handles. Comes with for your scooter. Fits most
a hood and zipped front. sizes of scooter up to Class

3 including Easy Rider.

Wheelchair Storage Bag Mobility Bag with Mobility Bag Set
Crutch & Stick Holder
Suitable for most folding Contains a large rear bag
wheelchairs with half folding Ideal for carrying shopping and a small side pannier bag
and 1 or 2 walking sticks
backs. Comes with lifting or crutches. Suitable for for carrying shopping and
handles, a detachable shoulder scooters or wheelchairs. other essentials.

strap and has an internal
compartment for legrests.

Item Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT) I’m
Poncho - Elasticated Hem BLB0033 £19.99 £23.99
BLB0036 £19.99 £23.99 New
Scooter Storage Cover BLB0034 £27.99 £33.59
Wheelchair Storage Bag
Mobility Bag with Crutch & BLB0032 £22.49 £26.99

Stick Holder BLB0035 £19.99 £23.99
Mobility Bag Set

16 Out and About:

We think you’ll love

24/7 breakdown recovery means you can
always get home safely following an accident

with your scooter, plus there’s no excess,
which makes it great value.

Scooter & Powerchair

Insurance & Warranty

Get specialist cover for your mobility scooter or powered wheelchair

Why do you Key Benefits
need insurance?
24/7 breakdown recovery
When you are out and about, it’s to get both you and your vehicle home safely following an accident
great to have peace of mind that
you are covered if things don’t go to Up to £2m personal liability cover
plan. Plus, as a driver of a mobility to protect you against compensation claims if you have an
vehicle, you should be aware that accident causing injuries to other people or property
you are personally liable for any
injury that you may accidentally Theft and vandalism cover
cause to other people or property, your vehicle will be repaired quickly or replaced
so make sure you protect yourself
from personal injury claims. Accidental damage, including fire, storm or flood

No excess Premier Care
Insurance
*Price from is for a standard From Only
policy for one year only. £86*

Warranty extension Key Benefits

Avoid facing large bills if your Mechanical and electrical breakdown covered
vehicle needs repairs after no large repair bills if you experience any mechanical or
your manufacturer’s warranty electrical faults
has expired. Ensure you are
covered with our market-leading Parts, labour and call out charges covered
warranties for new and used no unexpected charges for parts, call out or labour
mobility scooters and powered
wheelchairs. No excess Premier Care
Warranty
**Price from is for a 1 year extension From Only
policy on a new item, which will start £124**
after the manufacturer’s warranty
ends. Policies for used equipment
exclude cover for the first 90 days.

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For more information and to find out which
policy is best for you, call 0333 9204 977
or email [email protected]

Betterlife Healthcare Limited, Unit D Matrix Park, Western Avenue, Buckshaw Village, Chorley, Lancashire PR7 7NB, is
an appointed representative of Mark Bates Limited of Premier House, London, Thorpe Road, Grantham, Lincs. NG31 9SN,
which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Register number: 308390.

18 Out and About:

Things when buying
to
consider a scooter

The first thing to consider Exploring:
is what are you going to
use your scooter for? If you live in a more rural area and need a
scooter to get you from A to B on a regular basis,
Trips to the local shops: you will probably need a larger, road legal model,
with a bigger battery life so you can travel further.
If you are out and about in town regularly or
are away from home and need your scooter to Features to look out for;
fit into a car for ease, a smaller scooter model • higher back seats for longer journeys
would benefit you. • suspension and pneumatic tyres for a more
comfortable ride
Features to look out for; • speeds of up to 8mph will get you to your
• easily foldable destination quicker.
• maximum speeds of 4mph which is more
suitable for a busy environment Browse our Easy TOP
• a battery that can be charged separately, Rider or Ambassador
so it’s easy to recharge ready for your Scooters on pages TIP
next journey. 13 & 14.
Consider our Style range of scooters on Always check
pages 7-9 or our Betterlife Genie+ Electric
Folding Scooter on page 12. the maximum

user weight for a

comfortable ride!

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Things when buying
to
consider a wheelchair

Self-propelled or transit? Solid tyres or pneumatic?

If you want to get around on your own, Pneumatic tyres for uneven terrain and solid
choose a chair with push rims on the outside of tyres for town use is a good rule of thumb.
the wheels. The larger the rear wheel diameter, Solid tyres also give extra peace of mind.
the more comfortable the ride. So even if you
prefer to be pushed, you might prefer a self Getting in and out
propel wheelchair.
The lower the seat, the easier it is to get in and
Electric or not? out independently. A higher seat is better if you
need assistance in transfer. Swing away legrests
An electric chair means you’re able to and flip-up arms make standing transfers easier.
travel further without your arms getting tired.
Consider access to your home and storage.

Do you need it to be foldable?

Foldable chairs easily fit into a car boot
for days out and require less storage
space at home.

20 Out and About:

Hidey Hood
Scooter &
Wheelchair
Storage Cover

The perfect solution for
keeping your mobility
scooter or wheelchair
dry when storing outside.
The easy to use, water-
resistant cover can be
easily attached to your
wall or fence using the
fixings (sold separately).

In detail: Option Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Hidey Hood BLB0037 £69.99 £83.99
• Height: 167cm (65.7”)
Wall Fixing BLB0038 £16.99 £20.39
• Width: 250cm (98.4”) Anchor Points

• Minimum surface
required: 115cm (45.2”)

Blue Badge Permit Holder I’m

A stylish, compact wallet for storing and New
protecting new-style parking permits. Each wallet
includes a free timer clock. Fully compliant with
the Department For Transport Guidelines.

Type Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Scottie Dog BLB0039 £9.99 £11.99
Blackwatch Blue Tartan BLB0040 £9.99 £11.99
Navy Drill BLB0041 £9.99 £11.99
Twit-Twoo BLB0042 £9.99 £11.99

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Travelite We think
Wheelchair you’ll love

Its lightweight The FREE carry bag
aluminium frame
and unique folding Maximum user weight
mechanism enables it USER 18 stone (114kgs)
to fold down to a third
of typical wheelchairs. Weight 9.3kgs
Ideal for getting out Transit wheelchair
and about. Solid tyres
Travel friendly
In detail: Lightweight Foldable
frame Free courier delivery
• Open Length: 84cm (33”)
• Open Width: 57cm (22.5”) Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
• Open Height: 95cm (37.5”) BLB0043 £99 £118.80
• Seat Width: 45cm (18”)
• Seat Depth: 45cm (18”)

Puncture Proof Self Propel Wheelchair

Offering 24” sports wheels, Maximum user weight
and puncture proof, solid USER 16 stone (101kgs)
tyres for maximum durability
outdoors. Easy-clean Weight 17.5kgs
upholstery, comfortable
padded armrests, swing
away footrests and a
backrest storage pocket.
Folded width of only 11”.

In detail: Solid tyres
Foldable
• Overall Length: 115cm (45”) Free courier delivery
• Overall Width: 63cm (25”)
• Overall Height: 89cm (35”) Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
• Seat Width: 43cm (17”) BLB0044 £99 £118.80
• Seat Depth: 40cm (16”)

22 Out and About:

Superlight Aluminium Transit Wheelchair

One of our lightest transit Maximum user weight
chairs at just over 12kg USER 18 stone (114kgs)
carry weight. Folding back
mechanism and handles Solid front castors and
for easy transportation. pneumatic rear tyres
Padded armrests and height
adjustable legrests. Travel friendly

In detail: Foldable

• Height: 91cm (36”) Free courier delivery
• Width: 55cm (22”)
• Depth: 96cm (38”) Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
• Seat Height: 48cm (19”) BLB0045 £149 £178.80
• Seat Width: 46cm (18”)
• Seat Depth: 40cm (16”)

Superlight Aluminium Maximum user weight
Self Propel Wheelchair USER 18 stone (114kgs)

At just 14.5kg, it’s ideal for indoor and outdoor Solid front castors and
use and one of the most practical, comfortable pneumatic rear tyres
and reliable wheelchairs available. With quick
release aluminium self propel wheels and height Travel friendly
adjustable, quick release leg/footrests.
Foldable

Free courier delivery

In detail:

• Length: 106cm (41.75”)
• Width: 61cm (24”)
• Height: 90cm (35.5”)
• Seat Width: 46cm (18”)
• Seat Depth: 40cm (15.75”)

Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0046 £159 £190.80

Betterlife A highly manoeuvrable Easily 23
Aries Electric chair that can be used foldable
Wheelchair both indoors and outdoors I’m
and folds down for storage Exclusive
4mph (6.4kph) or transportation. With
swing away footrests,
Range up to removable armrests and
20 miles (32km) pneumatic rear tyres.
Maximum user weight
USER 21 stone (136kgs) In detail:

Weight 63kgs • Length: 110cm (43”)
• Width: 71cm (28”)
Pneumatic tyres • Height: 101cm (40”)
• Seat Width: 46cm (18”)
Free courier delivery • Seat Depth: 46cm (18”)
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0047 £799 £958.80

Betterlife Capricorn Electric Powerchair

A modern design with a high quality metallic finish.

With flip-up armrests, footplates and solid tyres, I’m
it folds easily into 3 pieces. Ideal for indoor use. Exclusive

4mph (6.4kph)

Range up to In detail:
6 miles (9.5km)
• Overall Length: 84cm (33”)
Maximum user weight • Overall Width: 61cm (24”)
USER 18 stone (114kgs) • Overall Height: 83.5-91cm
(32.8”-35.8”)
Solid tyres • Seat Width: 41.9mm (16.5”)
• Seat Depth: 45.7cm (18”)
Height adjustable • Turning Radius: 47.5cm (18.7”)

Free courier delivery Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Set up delivery (£65) Deep Blue BLB0048 £749 £898.90
12 months guarantee Metallic Red BLB0049 £749 £898.90

24 Out and About:

Travelux Powerchair Great features

The Travelux Elevating Powerchair • Raise and lower the seat height
is ideal for use at home as it is with the touch of a button
compact enough to manoeuvre in
tighter spaces and is fitted with • 9” PU rear tyres with designer wheels
adjustable armrests and height • Turning radius of only 32”
adjustable foot plates. This power
chair is available with a standard Product
or deluxe Captain Seat with a pictured
headrest for extra comfort. Standard
Seat

4mph (6.4kph) £1049 Product pictured
with VAT Captain Seat in
Range up to relief elevated position
12 miles (20 km)
Height
Maximum user weight Adjustable
USER 22 stone (136kgs)

Height adjustable

Free courier delivery
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee

In detail:

• Length: 98cm (39”)

• Width: 63cm (24”)

• Seat Width: 43cm (17”)

• Seat Depth: 40cm (15.75”)

• Seat Height before elevation
(Standard Seat): 65cm (25.6”)

• Seat Height before elevation
(Captain Seat): 69cm (27.2”)

Variation Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Standard Seat BLB0050 £1,049 £1,258.80
Captain Seat BLB0051 £1,149 £1,378.80

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Extra Product pictured 4” Memory
comfort Foam Wheelchair Cushion

Wheelchair
Cushions

Fits most standard wheelchairs for Product pictured
a much comfier ride. The memory Wonder Cushion
foam option gives amazing extra
comfort when sitting for longer
periods. It moulds to your body
shape, offering continuous support
by providing an even distribution
of pressure.

Code Fabric Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT) In detail:
BLB0052 Canvas £14.99 £17.99
BLB0053 Vinyl £14.99 £17.99 • Canvas & Vinyl Cushion
4" Memory Foam Size: 41cm x 5cm x 46cm
BLB0055 Wheelchair Cushion £29.99 £35.99
Wonder Cushion (16” x 2” x 18”)
BLB0054 £24.99 £29.99
• Memory Foam Cushion
Size: 41cm x 10cm x 46cm
(16” x 4” x 18”)

26 Out and About: Suitcase Ramps are designed
for scooters, wheelchairs and
Suitcase electric wheelchairs. They have
Ramps a wide, non-slip driving surface
with a substantial weight load
Maximum user weight capacity. Can be used as a car
USER 42 stone (272kgs) or house ramp or in shops.

Free courier delivery

Size Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)

2ft BLB0056 £49 £58.80

3ft BLB0057 £79 £94.80

4ft BLB0058 £99 £118.80

5ft BLB0059 £109 £130.80

6ft BLB0060 £139 £166.80

7ft BLB0061 £149 £178.80

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TOP

TIPS

Where would
you like to go?

If you or a family member lives with
a condition which makes it difficult
to move around outside your home,
we have a range of products to help
you get out and about.

Before you go It’s also very easy to assemble and take down
for easy storage.
Remember that keeping safe is the key to
enjoying the freedom of the outdoors, so just let If it’s power that you want, the Envoy 8+
a friend or family member know where you’re Scooter on page 11 could help give you the
heading and when you’re likely to head back. boost that you’ve been looking for. With its
500W motor, LED light and fully functioning
If you have trouble with your memory, indicators, you can really feel the wind in
or need to give someone that little extra your hair.
reassurance that you’re okay, check out our
Personal GPS Tracker on page 102. This clever Or, if you’re a beginner and you haven’t
device uses a SIM card to help your loved ones had a scooter before, the easy-to-use and
find your exact location via Google maps, and comfortable Style+ on page 7 could be the
you can alert them with a text message if you one for you.
need their help.
Late nights
Extra stability
If you’re a night owl, we have a walking stick
If you need help to steady your feet, we have that is sure to keep you on your feet. This
what you need to keep you moving. walking stick on page 29 comes with a built in
LED light and an alarm which sounds out loud
Our lightweight Tri Walker on page 31 comes to keep you extra safe and alert someone that
with a shopping bag, which is ideal for giving you require a helping hand.
you stability when you’re nipping to the shops.

28 Out and About:

Quad Adjustable
Walking Stick

This walking stick has the
style of a traditional stick
but with the welcome extra
stability of a quad base.

Maximum user weight
USER 18 stone (114kgs)

Height adjustable

In detail:

• Adjustable Height: 66cm-91.5cm (26”-36”)
• Small Footprint: 14cm x 14cm (5.5” x 5.5”)
• Large Footprint: 39cm x 23cm (15.3” x 9”)

Style Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT) Product pictured is
Small footprint BLQ0003G £18.99 £22.79 the Small footprint
Large footprint BLQ0002K £19.99 £23.99

Betterlife Soft Grip Walking Stick

Soft grip handle to help
reduce hand fatigue. Folds
instantly into 4 convenient
sections for easy storage.

Maximum user weight
USER 21 stone (133kgs)

Height adjustable

Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Tropical BLS0028V £14.99 £17.99
BLS0036K £14.99 £17.99
Red BLS0032D £14.99 £17.99
Blue BLW0018C £14.99 £17.99
Black

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Panic alarm button for
additional safety

Walking The built in LED light and
Stick with panic button alarm on
built in alarm the handle of this walking
and light stick offers additional
safety when walking.
Maximum user weight The height is adjustable
USER 18 stone (114kgs) and the folding design
allows the stick to be
Height adjustable easily snapped open or
closed when not in use.

Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Red BLB0067 £24.99 £29.99
Blue BLB0068 £24.99 £29.99
Black BLB0069 £24.99 £29.99

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HurryCane New
Walking Stick

The HurryCane Freedom Heavenly
is a lightweight, height Handle offers
adjustable walking stick a softer grip
suitable for all terrains.
It features a strong,
pivoting base for optimum
stability and 3 individual
ferrules for additional grip.

Maximum user weight
USER 25 stone (158kgs)

Height adjustable

Travel friendly

Foldable

Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Red BLB0070 £29.99 £35.99
Blue BLB0071 £29.99 £35.99
Black BLB0072 £29.99 £35.99
BLB0073 £6.99 £8.39
Heavenly Handle BLB0074 £6.99 £8.39
Ferrules (pack of 3)

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Walking I’m
Stick Bag
New

A stylish lightweight carry bag for folding
walking sticks. The perfect solution for
storing your walking stick when travelling
or for convenience.

Variation Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Leopard Bronze BLB0075 £12.99 £15.59
Bamburgh Azure BLB0076 £12.99 £15.59
Mulberry Rose BLB0078 £12.99 £15.59

Easy to
manoeuvre

Delta Tri Walker

Maximum user weight Featuring 3 wheels
USER 20 stone (127kgs) for additional support
and easy push-to-lock
Weight 7.5kgs brakes. It’s smooth
Height adjustable and comfortable to
manoeuvre with a
Travel friendly sturdy frame.
Free courier delivery

Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Burgundy BLB0080 £49.99 £59.99
Chrome BLB0079 £49.99 £59.99

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Easy Rise Folding Easy grip
Walking Frame handles

Designed to help the user In detail:
rise from a seated position.
The lower handles for the • Height 79cm-97cm (31"-38")
user to push themselves • Width 58cm (25")
into a standing position, • Depth 53cm (20")
upper handles used as a
standard walker. Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0081 £39.99 £47.99
Maximum user weight
USER 21stone (136kgs)

Height adjustable

Folding Walker

Suitable for indoor and Maximum user weight
outdoor use. Lightweight USER 28 stone (177kgs)
and easy to fold, making
it perfect for storage and Weight 3kgs
portability. Available with Height adjustable
or without wheels.
Travel friendly

Easy Option Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
to fold Without Wheels BLF0017S £19.99 £23.99
BLF0018Y £24.99 £29.99
With Wheels

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Lightweight Aluminium 4 Wheel Rollator

Maximum user weight A classic 4 wheel walker
USER 21 stone (133kgs) which includes a
flip-up seat. Folds
Weight 6.9kgs flat in a matter of
seconds, so is ideal
Height adjustable for storage and
transportation.
Travel friendly The handles feature
ergonomic loop
Free courier delivery brakes, offering extra
comfort and making
In detail: it ideal if you have

• Curved, flip-up backrest limited hand strength.
for additional comfort
when seated Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
• Convenient under-seat Red BLB0082 £59.99 £71.99
storage bag for shopping Blue BLB0083 £59.99 £71.99
and essentials

Banjo 4 Incorporates all the
Wheel Walker best features of a classic,
quality 4 wheel walker
Maximum user weight with a fresh design and
USER 21 stone (133kgs) additional adjustment
options. It has been
Weight 8kgs built to perform well
Height adjustable outdoors and folds
easily for storage when
Travel friendly not in use. Features
Free courier delivery a detachable shelf, a
spacious basket and a
crutch and cane holder.

Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
BLB0084 £49.99 £59.99

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Living Room

My new Quebec Riser Recliner chair is
so comfortable. It lowers me gently into the
seat, as well as helping me with standing up,

all with a simple touch of a button.
It makes such a difference!

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Product pictured Mink

Quebec Riser Recliner

Features a pillow back design with deep
padding on the seating and armrests.
Reclines to a comfortable snooze position.

Maximum user weight In detail: Product pictured Beige
USER 23 stone (145kgs)
• Overall Depth: 87.5cm (34.4”)
Single motor • Overall Height: 107cm (42.1”)
• Overall Width: 80cm (31.5”)
Handset control • Seat Depth: 49cm (19.3”)
• Seat Height: 46cm (18.1”)
FREE courier delivery • Seat Width: 49cm (19.3”)
Set up delivery (£65)
12 months guarantee Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Mink BLB0086 £379 £454.80
Beige BLB0085 £379 £454.80

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Maximum user weight Alderley Riser Recliner
USER 25 stone (160kgs)
The cushioned backrest with button back finish
Handset control and soft-to-touch upholstery covering on the chair,
provide not only an appealing appearance but
Dual motor also allows for maximum comfort and support.
For ultimate comfort, the chair both reclines
FREE courier delivery to a snooze position and also assists you to an
Set up delivery (£65) almost standing position – all from an easy to
12 months guarantee operate handset.

In detail: RECOM MENDE D CARE

• Overall Depth: 90cm (35.4”) See
• Overall Height: 106cm (47”) page
• Overall Width: 83cm (32.7”)
• Seat Width: 47cm (18.5”) 49
• Seat Depth: 54cm (21.3”)
• Seat Height: 51cm (20.1”) £449

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Product pictured Terracotta Product pictured Beige I’m
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Option
Beige - Standard Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Green - Standard BLB0087 £449 £538.80
Terracotta - Standard BLB0088 £449 £538.80
Beige - Heat & Massage BLB0089 £449 £538.80
Green - Heat & Massage BLB0090 £449 £538.80
Terracotta - Heat & Massage BLB0091 £449 £538.80
BLB0092 £449 £538.80

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Maximum user weight RECOM MENDED CARE
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Handset control page

Dual motor 49

FREE courier delivery Product pictured Cream
Set up delivery (£65)
The Evesham Riser Recliner
12 months guarantee
Features a comfortable pillow back design, with
In detail: sumptuous padding on the seating and armrests.
Touch button allows you to recline the chair, or
• Overall Depth: 95.5cm (37.6”) raise it to an almost standing position.
• Overall Height: 109cm (42.9”)
• Overall Width: 89cm (35”) Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
• Seat Depth: 53cm (20.9”) Cream BLB0093 £499 £598.80
• Seat Height: 51cm (20”) Chocolate BLB0094 £499 £598.80
• Seat Width: 44cm (17.3”) Terracotta BLB0095 £499 £598.80

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Sorrento Electric Recliner Product pictured Ruby RedRECOM D CARE

This chair features a touch sensitive MENDE
electric recline button which is discretely
located at the side of the chair. It also See
features a 360˚ swivel function and page
rocking action and is finished in a high
grade leather on the seat, backrest and 49
armrests and matching leather on the
back and sides.

Recline only, please note, chair does not rise.

Maximum user weight
USER 17 stone (110kgs)

Electric single
motor recline

Leather

FREE courier delivery

Set up delivery (£65)

12 months guarantee

In detail: £599

• Overall Height: 112cm (44.1”)
• Overall Width: 77cm (30.3”)
• Overall Depth: 95cm (37.4”)
• Seat Height: 47cm (18.5”)
• Seat Width: 50cm (19.7”)
• Seat Depth: 54cm (21.3”)

Colour Code Price (inc VAT) Product pictured Pebble
Pebble BLB0096 £599
Espresso BLB0097 £599
Ruby Red BLB0098 £599

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Product pictured Ocean Blue

RECOM MENDED CARE In detail:

See • Overall Width: 89cm (35")
page • Seat Height: 51cm (20”)
• Seat Depth: 53cm (21”)
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• Length when fully reclined: 6ft
Product pictured
Turf Green

The Chair Bed Riser Recliner

Maximum user weight A complete sleeping solution. The specifications
USER 27 stone (171kgs) are slightly larger than the other riser recliner chairs,
providing extra comfort and the room required for
Dual motor the chair bed function. Quiet and smooth to operate.
Handset control Mattress sold separately.
Battery back-up
Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
FREE courier delivery Turf Green BLB0099 £699 £838.80
Set up delivery (£65) Ocean Blue BLB0100 £699 £838.80
12 months guarantee BLB0101 £699 £838.80
Linen BLB0102 £699 £838.80
Burgundy BLB0103 £699 £838.80
Mushroom BLB0104 £149 £178.80
Mattress

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Product pictured Cream

In detail: Product pictured Brown RECOM MENDED CARE

• Overall Height: 111cm (43.7”) See
• Overall Width: 107cm (42.1”) page
• Overall Depth: 108cm (42.5”)
• Seat Height: 51cm (20.1”) 49
• Seat Width: 55cm (21.6”)
• Seat Depth: 56cm (22.1”) Luxor Dual Motor
Riser Recliner Chair
Maximum user weight
USER 25 stone (160kgs) This chair features sumptuous all-round cushioning and
a pillow backrest design, to provide you with exceptional
Dual motor comfort and support. The high quality leather gives the
Luxor a modern and stylish appearance.
Handset control

Leather

FREE courier delivery Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Set up delivery (£65) Cream BLB0105 £699 £838.80
12 months guarantee Burgundy BLB0106 £699 £838.80
Brown BLB0107 £699 £838.80

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The Winchester Premium Riser Recliner

Maximum user weight An attractive, high back riser that makes life easier.
USER 20 stone (127kgs) The waterfall cushions and footrest allow you to sit,
relax and recline in total comfort whilst providing
Dual motor maximum support.
Handset control
Battery back-up Colour Code Price (ex VAT) Price (inc VAT)
Copper Terracotta BLB0108 £799 £958.80
FREE courier delivery BLB0109 £799 £958.80
Set up delivery (£65) Chocolate BLB0110 £799 £958.80
5 Year guarantee Oyster

In detail: RECOM MENDED CARE

• Overall Height: 103cm (41”) See
• Overall Width: 80cm (31.5”) page
• Overall Depth: 97cm (38”)
• Seat Height: 48cm (19”) 49
• Seat Width: 48cm (19”)
• Seat Depth: 51cm (20”)

We think
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The peace of mind offered
from the 5 year guarantee

£799

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Product pictured Oyster

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for extra product care

and maintenance

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We think Turin Manual
you’ll love Recliner and Footstool

The matching footstool The Turin features a built-in swivel and recline
function, allowing you to adjust its position.
With a deluxe cushioned backrest and seat,
it provides excellent comfort and support.

Maximum user weight In detail:
USER 18 stone (114kgs)
• Overall Depth: 73.5cm (28.9”)
Manual recline • Overall Height: 107cm (42.1”)
• Overall Width: 78cm (30.7”)
Requires assembly • Seat Depth: 47cm (18.5”)
• Seat Height: 48cm (18.9”)
FREE courier delivery • Seat Width: 49cm (19.3”)

12 months guarantee

Colour Code Price (inc VAT)
Black BLB0113
Cream BLB0111 £119
Chocolate BLB0112
£119 I’m
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MENDE We think
you’ll love
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pageRECOMD CARE The comfort and support
from the memory foam
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seat and back
Maximum user weight
USER 18 stone (114kgs) Naples
Recliner With
Manual recline Memory Foam

Memory foam The Naples recliner has the added advantage
of memory foam technology and comes with a
Requires assembly complimentary footstool to maximize comfort and
relaxation. It features a swivel and recline function
FREE courier delivery which allows the user to rotate the chair 360° or easily
recline the backrest to find a position perfect for them.
12 month guarantee
Colour Code Price (inc VAT)
In detail: Black BLB0114 £139
Chocolate BLB0115 £139
• Overall Height: 107cm (42.1”) Cream BLB0116 £139
• Overall Width: 75cm (29.5")
• Overall Depth: 78.5cm (30.9”)
• Seat Height: 50cm (19.7”)
• Seat Depth: 50cm (19.7")
• Seat Width: 47.5cm (18.7")

Brilliant RECOM 45D CARE
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MENDE
The integrated 3-point
massage system in the See
upper and lower backrest page
areas with easy-to-use
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remote control

£199

In detail: Product pictured Cream

• Overall Width: 77cm (30.3”)
• Overall Depth: 78cm (30.7”)
• Overall Height: 109cm (42.9”)
• Seat Width: 49cm (19.3”)
• Seat Depth: 48cm (18.9”)
• Seat Height: 44cm (17.3”)

Maximum user weight Supra Massage Chair
USER 20 stone (125kgs) With Footstool

Manual recline High quality leather facing upholstery that swivels
Massage function 360° for an easy entry and exit. Features a fully
Leather integrated massage system, to help provide
Requires assembly ultimate relaxation. Supplied with a complimentary
FREE courier delivery footstool in matching upholstery.
12 months guarantee
Colour Code Price (inc VAT)
Cream BLB0118 £199
Brown BLB0117 £199

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I’m Maximum user weight We think
Exclusive USER 18 stone (115kgs) you’ll love

Paris High Requires leg assembly The high quality padding,
Back Chair comfortable for hours
FREE courier delivery of relaxation
Enjoy excellent
head, neck and 12 months guarantee Product pictured
lumbar support and Pomegranate
deep comfort at the In detail:
same time. Includes
matching arm covers. • Seat Width: 49.5cm (19.5”)
• Seat Depth: 54cm (21.2”)
• Overall Width: 75.5cm (29.7”)

Colour Seat Height Code Price (inc VAT)
Beige 19.5” BLB0119 £219
Beige 21.5” BLB0120 £219
Pomegranate 19.5” BLB0121 £219
Pomegranate 21.5” BLB0122 £219

Product Stirling Tartan RECOM MENDE D CARE
pictured Red High Back Chair
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In detail: The traditional style and
finish on this chair is sure
• Height: 107cm (42.2”) to add the finishing touch
and 112cm (44.1”) to your home decor. Thanks
to the high back, winged
• Width: 78cm (30.7”) design it provides maximum
head and neck support. It
• Depth: 80cm (31.5”) also comes with removable
and washable arm covers.
• Seat Height: 51cm (20”)
and 56cm (22”)

• Seat Width: 48cm (18.9”)

• Seat Depth: 53cm (20.9”)

Maximum user weight Colour Seat Height Code Price (inc VAT)
USER 18 stone (114kgs) Green 20” BLB0123 £249
Green 22” BLB0124 £249
Requires leg assembly Red 20” BLB0125 £249
Red 22” BLB0126 £249
FREE courier delivery

12 months guarantee

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Are you sitting comfortably?

If not, our guide will help you find the perfect chair for you.

Difficulty getting out of chairs? Manual recliner chairs...

Look for a riser chair that raises you almost to a Manual recliner chairs recline as you push back
standing position. into them. They offer whole body support,
allowing you to relax in comfort.
Single or dual motor?
If the chair fits...
When you recline a chair with a single motor,
the backrest and footrest move together. Chairs To help you with your ergonomic comfort,
with a dual motor allow you to adjust the back we have included measurements for all
and footrest independently to find the exact our chairs, ensuring you select the right one
position that’s most comfortable. that’s a perfect fit for you.

Care & Maintenance RECOM MENDE
D CARE
Our care & maintenance kits from Staingard
have been designed to offer easier cleaning, for
everyday stains on your furniture. These kits include
gentle, yet effective solutions for regular care and
treatment for your chair upholstery.

Staingard Fabric Care Kit

Includes: x1 Mild Fabric Foam Cleaner, x1 Fresh
Stain Remover, x1 Grease & Oil Stain Remover,
x1 Old & Resistant Stain Remover, x1 Fabric
Deodoriser, x1 Microfibre Cloth, x1 Cotton Cloth
and x2 Sponges

Staingard PU Leather Care Kit

Includes: x1 Soft Cleaner, x1 Reviver Cream

and x20 Disposable Cloths Only
£19.99
Staingard Leather Care Kit

Includes: x1 Soft Cleaner, x1 Protection

Cream and x20 Disposable Cloths

Code Code Price (inc VAT)
Staingard Fabric Care Kit BLB0127 £19.99
Staingard PU Leather Care Kit BLB0128 £19.99
Staingard Leather Care Kit BLB0129 £19.99

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We don’t If you recognise any of the following, either in
want you your own hearing or someone else’s, life could
to miss out be improved by a hearing test:

Six signs of mild to 1. Other people seem to mumble
moderate hearing loss. 2. People often have to repeat
things for you
Did you know 3. You have difficulty understanding
age-related hearing what is being said in noisy places
loss affects 70% of 4. It’s hard to keep up with group
70 year olds and conversation and you get tired
around 40% of all because you have to concentrate
50 year olds? so much
5. Other people have commented
Have you ever found yourself that your television or music is
asking someone to repeat too loud
themselves as you couldn’t quite 6. You often have difficulty hearing
make out what they were saying? on the telephone

What might astonish you is that it takes Looking after your hearing is important.
most people nearly 8 years before they Whilst there’s no cure for age-related hearing
do anything about hearing problems and that loss, tests are free and modern hearing aids can
an estimated 4 million people in the UK vastly improve the quality of life for those who
aren’t wearing a hearing aid, when they could use them, enabling them to communicate with
benefit from one. ease once again. Remember, you’re not alone in
this; good hearing shouldn’t be a luxury. For more
The impact poor hearing can have on information about age-related hearing loss or to
someone’s life and those around them cannot book your free test at your local LloydsPharmacy,
be understated. Simple day-to-day tasks like visit LloydsPharmacy.com/hearing
talking on the phone, going shopping and
chatting with friends can become stressful for Hearing Amplifier
people experiencing hearing loss.
Designed to amplify the
hearing volume both indoors
and out by up to 40 Db.
It sits behind the ear and
is supplied with 3 separate
attachments for comfort.

Code Price (inc VAT)
BLB0130 £19.99

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Sissel Sit Ring 49

For pressure-free sitting Code Price (inc VAT) In detail:
anywhere. Great for adults BLB0131 £34.99
who experience from • Outer Size: 45cm (18”)
obstructed sitting after • Inner Size: 11cm (4.3”)
surgeries of the perineum,
or after pregnancy. The Sit
Ring maintains its shape
and is hypo-allergenic.
It comes complete with a
machine washable, 100%
cotton terry cover.

Coccyx Cushion

Designed to tilt your pelvis forward In detail:
to restore the natural curve of your
backbone. Relieves pressure on your • Length front to back: 36cm (14”)
lower spine and tailbone when sitting. • Width: 43cm (17")
Practical and machine washable, with • Depth Back: 9cm (3.5”)
removable cover and carry handle. • Depth Front: 2.5cm (1”)

Code Price (inc VAT)

BLX1234M £9.99

Sero Pressure Cushions

Made from high profile foam to help eliminate
numbness and relieve pressure. Integral pockets
allow air to circulate and heat to disperse.
Polyester cover is removable and hand washable.
Deluxe version is deeper for added comfort.

In detail: Variation Depth Code Price (inc VAT)
Standard 6cm (2.4”) BLB0132 £31.99
• Width: 43cm (17”) Deluxe 10cm (4”) BLB0133 £34.99
• Length: 41cm (16”)

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Heated Foot I’m New &
Warmer Exclusive

Made from extra soft,
fluffy fabric with an easy
to use handset. A built-in
safety feature automatically
turns off after 90 minutes.
Hand washable with a
removable teddy lining.

Free courier delivery

Colour Code Price (inc VAT)
Cream BPD1211J £39.99

Heated
Snuggle
Cape

Made from extra
soft snuggly fleece.
6 temperature
settings let you choose
your ideal cosiness.
Automatically turns off
after 3 hours. Machine
washable at 30°C.

Free courier delivery

Code Price (inc VAT)
BLB0134 £59.99