In the heart of Swansea, Day's Mobility stands as a beacon of support and innovation for those seeking to improve their home mobility. Our local family business, with its unwavering commitment to exceptional service and personalised advice, offers a ray of hope to individuals and families navigating the complexities of mobility challenges. Among our many mobility solutions, stairlifts represent a pivotal aspect of fostering independence and safety in the home. 

As the crisp chill of winter begins to envelop Swansea, the picturesque beauty of our Welsh winters brings with it the challenge of staying warm—especially for those of us who rely on mobility aids. At Days Mobility, we're more than just a business; we're a community dedicated to ensuring that everyone, regardless of age or disability, can navigate the colder months with comfort and ease. Here's how you can stay warm, safe, and mobile this winter.

There are many different types of devices that offer walking assistance for people who have mobility issues and the elderly. Since the likelihood of falling over increases with age, it makes sense that a variety of different walking aids have been developed to provide support and safety to those who need it. It might be hard for you to figure out where to start ...

One of the most common signs that you might need a new mobility aid is that you could be struggling with the movement of your body. This might not always be the case, though. There are a number of other signs that might show themselves, and it’s worth knowing how to detect them early. Here we highlight some of the most common signs to look out for that might indicate...

As we age our bones and joints will become weaker, restricting movement and making it difficult to do even simple things like sitting down. Hip replacement surgery offers those individuals a chance at enjoying a pain-free life.

However, recovery is long, perhaps even months and can be incredibly frustrating, especially ...

There are a number of ways that we can help socially isolated or lonely elderly individuals in our community. The individual who is being helped will take advantage of the health benefits that can be found in doing so, and you might find you will too! Volunteering at an organisation that supports the elderly might be a good place to start, but a simple phone call or friendly chat can also make a world of difference. With that being said, let’s run through some of the best things you can to tackle loneliness in the elderly!

Becoming a first-time family carer is not really something that you can always plan for. You may even have been a family carer for longer than you realise, if you’ve already been looking after a loved one for while (doing their food shopping, helping to clean their home, helping them out with daily tasks etc.).

Maintaining a stairlift:

Servicing is a vital part of a machines upkeep. Stairlifts are made up of moving components that wear over time.  Regular servicing is required to ensure that your stairlift is working as it should. If you’re using a stairlift on a daily basis, it should be regularly serviced.

Social isolation, depression and limited mobility seem to go hand-in-hand for the elderly. Research has suggested that the elderly are more likely to have an intense emotional reaction to the loss of mobility as they age. Our elderly may exhibit some, if not all, of the following symptoms when they begin to lose the ability to independently function:

If you have limited mobility, a wheelchair can really help to improve the quality of your life and allow you to continue doing the things you most enjoy. By choosing the right wheelchair for you and your needs you are still able to have a social life and go out and enjoy yourself with friends, family and loved ones, but how do you know which is the right one for you?

‘Burnout’ is a term that means mental, physical or emotional exhaustion that has built up over time.

The term was introduced in America in the 1970s by psychologists Herbert Freudenberger and Christina Maslach, who used it specifically to describe the stress and exhaustion felt by healthcare professionals and those in other caring roles, such as teachers. Since 2019, it has also been recognised by the World Health Association.

If you’re feeling less than confident when you’re walking, and are possibly considering using a walker to help you, then here’s the low down on what you need to know in order to choose the perfect model for your needs.

There are various walkers on the market and most of them have pro’s and con’s, but all of them have the main objective of helping the user with their stability when standing and walking, particularly when walking outside.