Session 13: Supporting OT's

Session 13: Supporting OT's

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM · 1 hr. (Africa/Abidjan)
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How the Motability Scheme can support OTs in addressing health inequity

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The Motability Scheme directly addresses health inequity by empowering people with disabilities to access reliable transportation, fostering independence, and improving overall well-being. Making it a crucial topic for occupational therapists and participants alike.

Alignment with occupational therapy (OT) Priorities:

  • Discuss how the scheme’s benefits align with OT goals.
  • OT’s role in addressing health inequity and how Motability can support this effort by providing mobility solutions

Direct Benefit to Participants:

  • Participants receive tangible benefits that enhance their quality of life, allowing them to maintain social connections, access healthcare, and engage in daily activities including voluntary and paid employment.
  • The Scheme ensures that individuals with disabilities can overcome transportation barriers, promoting equity in mobility.

The Motability Scheme plays a crucial role in addressing health inequity by providing individuals with disabilities greater access to mobility and independence:

  • Case Study and Personal Experience
  • Share a real-life journey or experience with the Motability Scheme.
  • Discuss challenges, successes, and lessons learned.

Here’s how it works:

  • Explore the fundamental principles of the Motability Scheme, including eligibility criteria, vehicle leasing, and financial aspects.
  • Learn about the role of Motability dealerships and the process of selecting an appropriate vehicle.

Eligibility and Age Considerations:

  • Clarify who qualifies for the Scheme, emphasizing that eligibility extends beyond age.
  • Address what happens when a participant reaches 66 years of age, ensuring a smooth transition.

Wheelchair Accessible Vehicles (WAVs) and Power Wheelchairs/Scooters (PWS):

  • Explore the options available for participants with mobility challenges.
  • Understand the benefits of WAVs and PWS in enhancing independence and quality of life.

Grant Availability through the Motability Foundation (pending confirmation):

  • Investigate the possibility of discussing grants provided by the Motability Foundation.
  • If feasible, involve a Foundation representative to provide insights.

Summary: The Motability Scheme empowers individuals with disabilities to maintain mobility and independence

Session Type
Main programme
MotabilityThe Motability Scheme provides more than 760,000 cars, scooters and powered wheelchairs to disabled people across the UK. We are made of two components- the Motability Foundation, which oversees the scheme and Motability Operations, which runs it. • Motability is the largest fleet in the UK buying around 13% of all new cars in the UK each year and selling around 220,000 used cars every year. • Our unique business model means that no matter how complex a customer’s needs, we can get them mobile and provide access to our worry-free package for the same lease price. On average our package is 45% cheaper than the cost of an alternative commercial lease. • The Motability Foundation is also a major provider of grant funding for individuals and community groups.

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S13 Motability - Supporting OT's

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