Customer Stories

For John, a retired builder from Buderim, walking had become more difficult after a hip injury — and it started to affect more than just his mobility.
“I hated relying on people,” he says. “Even going to the shops felt like a hassle.”

That changed when his daughter suggested looking into a mobility scooter.

Taking the First Step

John admits he was hesitant at first.
“I didn’t want to feel like I was giving in,” he says. But after speaking to the team at Sunshine Coast Mobility, he realised it wasn’t about giving up independence — it was about getting it back.

Finding the Right Fit

We helped John test a compact, long-range model that suited the hilly area where he lives.
“I was surprised how easy it was to use — and comfortable too,” he says. “I didn’t feel old. I felt free.”

Back to Doing What He Loves

Within a few days, John was riding down to the waterfront at Cotton Tree, picking up his own groceries again, and meeting mates for coffee like he used to.
“It’s not just about getting around — it’s about being myself again.”

A Message for Others

When asked what he’d say to anyone unsure about using a scooter, John doesn’t hesitate:

“Don’t wait. This gave me my lifestyle back — and I didn’t realise how much I’d missed it until I had it again.”

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