♿️WHEELCHAIR GROCERY SHOPPING STRUGGLES | STORE TO DOOR

[@Wheelsnoheels]

♿️OH THE STRUGGLES. I WANTED TO DO THIS, TO HIGHLIGHT HOW HARD LIFE CAN BE IN A WHEELCHAIR. WHY NOT CHECK OUT THISFUNY VIDEO. SHAUN SHOPPING IN MY WHEELCHAIR! th-cam.com/video/1Y74YFZdV1s/w-d-xo.html PLEASE NOTE THAT SHAUN DOES THE BIG SHOPS, AND IF I WAS ON MY OWN I WOULD DO MY GROCERIES ONLINE.
Have you checked out my instagram @wheelsnoheels_ Im currently doing a GIVEAWAY, and there are still a few days left if you would like to enter.

[@ChrisPage68]

Gem - you should sack that lippy cameraman... 😉

[@Wheelsnoheels]

@@ChrisPage68 I know right!!! I got something planned for him though!!!!! you just wait ;)

[@punky19761]

PageMonster 😉

[@ChrisPage68]

@@Wheelsnoheels "Staff Training" 😈😂

[@HighTen_Melanie]

Love these shopping videos. My cousin challenged me to try the self scan and I’ve never looked back. It saves you ages at the checkout. It’s good to have someone to shop with you the first time to show you how it works then it’s easy after that. If you have Apple Pay on your phone or watch you don’t need to get your purse. You simply grab the receipt and go.

[@amykathleen2005]

Also I loved the look of shock like "why are you yelling at me?" when shaun made the ketchup joke.....

[@foolgazer]

My disabilities have recently suddenly progressed and I haven't gotten a wheelchair yet, but will be likely in the next couple weeks and for the first time I'm learning about how to navigate basic needs in a wheelchair. Thank you for making this video, it makes me feel a lot more confident in the idea of learning to adapt.

[@alureon1]

I'm temporarily unable to walk after hip surgery, and it has been an eye-opening experience to say the least. Like you said, non-disabled people don't even think twice about half of this stuff. It's crazy all of the challenges you have to face that don't even occur to able-bodied people. Alternating between the wheelchair and crutches this past two weeks has given me a new respect for people who live with these challenges. Something as ridiculously simple as OPENING A DOOR like you did at the end, becomes a chore, and I sometimes drop things as well. It's unbelievable that you are able to cope with all of these challenges and stay in high spirits. You are an incredibly strong person, and working through challenges that most people will likely never get a chance to truly appreciate.

[@strawberrywheels]

this was so helpful! i may become a part time chair user soon, and grocery shopping is one of the most exhausting tasks without a mobility aid and if i can get my shopping done in a chair i may not have to lie down for hours afterwards lol

[@punky19761]

That guy when you raised up the tea lights 🤣. Like you, I bring a list so I’m not just wondering aimlessly around the store lol. If I don’t have a list, shopping probably takes me 3 times longer. I too use a hand held basket. I don’t think we are allowed to leave the store with it at my grocery store though. I just always ask an employee to help me get the groceries to my van. Like you, I also avoid the self check out, that’s just all a little too overwhelming to me and also somewhat physically inaccessible to me. Once I’m back in my van and my groceries are in my van, I shove all of the groceries that won’t leak or break into my back pack to help me get everything into the house. I still have to carry some things, but a big back pack helps tremendously. I do the handle in the mouth thing too. I think that is probably a common wheelchair user thing. I have a cat that I have to fight (not litterally lol) to get back in the house. Bringing out the cat treats to get the cat back in the house is usually part of the process for me, and she knows that lol. Lastly, I am exhausted when the whole trip to the grocery store is done. I feel that.

[@bluedeva]

I’m so going to show some of our patients this post Gem 👌🏻 I would recommend not loading shopping bags on the back rest push handles as the extra weight can tip the wheelchair backwards. I use the basket on the lap technique too. 🤗🤗
Here’s a random question why are the wheelchair accessible cashier lanes never open when you actually need them? I did find one only to queue up behind abled customers and the cashier closed the lane saying he didn’t see me. He completely ignored me and walked off. Needless to say I left the shopping on the conveyor belt and went to a different supermarket. Why should I give my money to a store that was so rude and unhelpful. I’ve never been back since

[@cbryce9243]

That's terrible! I hope you wrote to the company!

[@emmajay_]

I always find using scan as you shop & bagging it up as I go makes it so much quicker & easier than self checkouts, your last video helped ease so much anxiety when I went on my own for the first time ! 🥰

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Oh thats a good idea. I might try that. x

[@jhk88rph]

Shaun is the best! He’s got my sense of humor PLUS, I love your interactions with him!

[@63Simon04]

Another great video Gem! Before I gave up driving I had my own plastic shopping basket on my lap, filling it with groceries I would empty it at the check out. Pay, refill, place on lap, out to car, basket on passenger seat, drive home, basket back on lap and wheel indoors. Now I do a big online shop and small shop using my electric wheelchair, basket under seat.

[@billiebluesheepie2907]

Ohh, Gem I wish I was able to drive!
I have to use a local shop where it’s much more expensive, but the staff know me and are genuinely happy to help, they take items to the till, reach stuff and they even tell me what things are on offer.
At the till they pack my rucksack and put it on the back of my wheelchair.
(They know my weight-limit and have even saved items for me so I could go back for them after a rest!)
Some weeks, apart from my carer, they’re the only other humans I get to talk to.

[@RoadkillbunnyUK]

The having to buy the small size of things is a big problem! I lose out on saving and have to go to the shops more due to that. I always have to plan carefully what I can manage as not only am I disabled (use a wheeled walker or chair depending on situation) but I’m medically bared from driving anymore and I’m a single parent. Getting things home is one of my biggest daily issues! It’s good to know I’m not alone.

[@punky19761]

Jen Burton oh man, I am not looking forward to the day when I can no longer drive. I will have to figure something else out. Hopefully by then people will be able to use an ebt card to get a grocery delivery.

[@cbryce9243]

Something I really enjoy about your videos is your accent and the words used in your country, opposed to here in America, like your trolly is our cart.
I can never keep the basket on my lap. I am looking for DIY ideas. Anyone reading this, if you have any, please do share!

[@GelaMarie83]

I love how your husband was making fun of you for putting the bag in your mouth so it doesn't spill and then the bag spilled. Point proven. As for not getting too many heavy things, I can relate. With me having a cane in one hand and balancing the other slightly against the handrail, I can't carry in a lot at one time. So if I go shopping by myself, I have to shop smart and/or make multiple trips out to the car.

[@monicadahlin]

I'm a single mom with a power chair and no car, we live close to the grocery store though but my EDS has gotten so much worse that I've got help with most of my grocery shopping now and it feels great! I get help with my laundry and cleaning our apartment too. Here in Sweden they keep remodeling grocery stores so they will be more eco friendly, and put all milk and frozen foods in big cupboards of glass. They really did think about people in wheelchairs when they came up with a that idea🙄, I rather not shop alone anymore, even if people are helpful it can be too much sometimes.
It would be a good feeling to just be able to go shopping for what you want without any trouble. Even if I don't mind chatting with children who are asking me about my power chair, they might be learning something 😊

[@mr.garlicman3134]

Following a beautiful blonde haired woman in a grocery store sign me up for that please! Lol

[@Dungeonfreak]

I’m disabled but not a wheelchair user, I live alone on the second floor, don’t do big shops just buy things as I need it because I can’t carry a lot

[@georgecurtis6463]

I was stunned to see the stripped path of travel in the parking lot going behind cars. That is so so dangerous. Not allowed in the usa or at least in calif. Always look for exhaust, brake lights or reverse lights as you go along. Please be very aware of the cars backing up. If not, you may not make it to your shopping.

[@sylvia7777]

Whilst I’m not permanently disabled I am to some degree and can’t walk without a crutch for the short distance I can and use a chair for longer travel most times seeing this is so great especially as I’m uk based (Manchester) too and how I can be more productive. Thankyou so very much for this

[@catlady0073]

Your other half is so sarcastic 😂😂
Great video Gem 😊

[@marylightfoot4817]

That basket on your lap is a good tip. Some of my stores do not have those baskets, only the carts. Will try to find a collapsible one I can carry with me in case.

[@nicolas_-_-_]

Hello!
Thank you so much!
I like that kind of videos.

[@davidfinney2052]

Gem. I really love your shopping trip.

[@Matthew-ui3cz]

Love the videos

[@ashleywhitethisisabsolutel1004]

I am a wheelchair user, and I use a normal trolley I use one hand to guide the trolley and the other hand to navigate my wheelchair and I have a very heavy trolley I send it right to the top I do about a months worth of shopping.
Instead of struggling with a small basket perhaps shopping online might be a better option as your basket doesn’t really have very much in it so it must be quite frustrating for you but I still think you’re fantastic as shopping in the wheelchair is never easy. Xx

[@beeb6730]

Yes pmease to more shopping videos, in a relatively new chair user and in always getting great ideas from you about new ways to try song things (also maternity jeans have saved me so much pain and frustration thanks sooo much for that video and tip!!)

[@JennyJardin]

Your store has nice baskets. Ours have small ones.

[@rebekkasamuels8707]

I have a padded lap desk, I take 3 milk crates and 2 bungee cords. First crate is for the heaviest stuff, and I use the bungee cord to secure the crate across my lap, remaining toe crates are attached to my chair with the second cord, and I grab them as I need them

[@koolchicky]

So very useful. Thank you!!!

[@MrDanonwheels]

Brilliant! You use the same techniques I do right down to holding the handles with your mouth. We also have the same car.

[@jayfionasomer433]

Just wanted you to know after your encouragement in your u tube I have set up my massage therapist I had cancelled cause I felt guilty so many comments how it was a luxury just too embarrassed but it really makes a difference to my mobility and my pain levels. I have been to one session with the next one booked and feel able to face any critical comments thanks a million

[@ChrisPage68]

If it helps, do it. Ignore stupid people. 😜

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Awww thats good to hear, I know what you mean. Try not let it get to you. and do whats best for you. xx

[@sarablackwolfdancer9359]

I have a "milk crate" that's plastic (light), and a little bigger than the shopping basket. I use a bungee cord around my back to attach the crate to me and it won't fall off my lap! I also don't have to worry about bags, etc. Also, in most places there are staff members who will help you if you can't carry all your goods. However, you can also push a trolley/cart with your wheelchair. The trolley/cart acts as a steering device and your rear wheels act as a drive. It can take a while if the trolley/cart is heavy, but it's certainly possible.

[@sunnycal2293]

I keep a laundry basket in the trunk of my car that'll I bring into the grocery store when I do my shopping. I'm a paraplegic T-4/5. (Most of the time I can't find a store hand basket to put on my lap) When I get home I can then bring in my laundry basket of bagged groceries (groceries in bags) in my basket and not worry about dropping anything off my lap. So much easier especially if I have more than one bag of groceries.

[@asecretcourtofcrowsandcloc4084]

As someone who is visually impaired I also find that carts and people Middle aisle is really hard to navigate through. There are mobility instructors that help teach us visually impaired folks how to navigate safely through our daily environments is there a similar type of training for people who use wheelchairs.

[@SilverBunnyStudios]

This is why I love services like Instacart and Amazon, it makes it soooo much easier if you have any type of mobility issue to get your groceries without an exhausting painful trip to the grocery store! :)

[@scifirocks]

Does that cost you more though? Nearly all the supermarkets in the UK deliver but they have a £40 minimum spend plus delivery so that's far above my budget.

[@lindalagarce8996]

Wow, definitely need to some up with better options for us when shopping for I more than one item.

[@timboxall8936]

Loved seeing this! I use the "basket on lap" method too, and I always go to the manned checkouts. I can do the self-serve, but I like the interaction with the staff too, it's nice when out and about.
I know a lot of people have issues with the dinky wheelchair trolleys but I've never found them a problem (I have good core strength though) - oddly I saw your vid about a week after I went round all the supermarkets in Worthing suggesting they ensure they had them in, and a couple more if they only had one.
My big shops are delivered online, but if I'm doing a mid-size, I actually use my suitcase, lol! It's specifically designed for wheelchair users and you just clip/unclip from the back bar on your chair while seated to get it in the car. It's called the Unstoppable Gear Bag from Phoenix Instinct - not cheap but a blessing.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Hi Tim. Awesome to meet you the other day. Its nice to see other people using the same methods as yourself. Im planning on giving the wheelchair trolly a go next!!!

[@lj8902]

I do one thing a little different when it comes to those little baskets. I use an elastic strap with hooks on both ends. One hook is attached onto my frame where the handlebar meets the seat part of the frame. I loop excess slack around the same until I get as much length as I need. I bring the other end of the strap around and across to my lap. I then use that other hook to hold onto the basket/basket handles. This way both hands are free for the pushrims and grabbing whatever I need. I don't have to constantly balance the basket or worry about dropping things. Oh, BTW. Gallons of milk, pet food bags, larger items I wedge between my feet on the footrest. Calf strap keeps them from falling off or under my WC. Most of the time though I don't use the store's baskets. I use my larger backpack. Hope this may help you out in case you've never thought of it or tried it before.

[@kathrinposim6265]

I've got my wheelchair just 2 weeks ago and I tried shopping with this basket on the lap. It was going quite smoothly but here in Germany it's not allowed to take these baskets out of the shop with you 🙄. So, after the check out it was a struggle to get the shopping to the car. I've now opted for a collapsible box with 4 small wheels to roll in front of me.

[@valeriecaperton8472]

I would love to see variations of shopping, like using the cart with the wheelchair or perhaps using a scooter at the store. And thank you for making these videos! I am always looking for ways to help my patients but sometimes they won't take the time to look up the videos for themselves, as they are frequently new to SCI and overwhelmed.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Ooo good ideas, I have done a video using the shopping cart, but I could try and updated vision. Also I challenged my husband to shop in my wheelchair, that’s a good watch too 😊

[@adriennebruce1673]

I push a trolley with one hand while pushing my wheelchair with the other using the trolley to sort of do the steering. That way I can buy more and put them in multiple bags that I hang on the back of my chair by the push bars. Then carry them home that way!

[@imalionimaqueen7234]

I just had a thought that I could design some straps with little clips on the end to hold the basket on my lap when I go shopping, I'm definitely going to do this now

[@orion_13]

My phone even at home is always on me for emergency purposes so I never leave home without it... my shopping list is on that rather than paper. Speaking about loading the basket, your lap isn't flat or at least my legs aren't so I keep heavier objects closer to my body and load the outer part with light items. My powerchair has a seatbelt on it and I use a large hook to attach the basket to me. Look up carabiner, they come in many sizes. I've even attached some baskets to my arm supports.

[@amykathleen2005]

Great video! Would like to see more grocery ones! Also would be interested to see how you get your chair and everything in and out of the car.

[@TerrileeYO]

Very valuable share tyvm

[@rubyrosemurraylee8177]

Love your video I have a tip for you I use my iPhone to do my shopping 🛍 list so I don’t forget it because you always have your mobile phone with you 🤗

[@MrDavrehck]

I want to thank you for showing all these videos of your life. I am honored to get a chance to see what life is like. I'm not being sarcastic and hope that isn't seen.

[@YarginFlargin]

Stay amazing! And love the helpful videos. You are a major inspiration!

[@abbie2584]

If you’re by yourself, how do you get your wheelchair in and out of the car? Great video btw

[@hanahc3525]

Kate most wheelchairs wheels pop off and the frame folds in some way. I personally lift my chair over my body and into the passenger seat

[@abbie2584]

Hanah C thanks for the info. My chair is rigid and I can’t drive so I always have someone to do put my chair away for me. Always wondered how you guys did it xx

[@HighTen_Melanie]

Kate I used to have a rigid frame and lift it over myself and onto the rear passenger seat. I much prefer them to folding chairs but it’s personal preference and what is practical. I like Spinergy wheels as they are light.

[@BarbaraHicks]

I also remove the rear wheels then lift the chair over my body into the passenger side back seat.

[@asiablack1968]

I wonder if there is a product or diy way to attach a basket or “wagon” to the front of your wheel chair so you don’t have to carry everything and you could carry more.

[@TheDogloversrule]

i think there actualy is its like a kinda bar thing you put a basket on

[@laurahelgerson4685]

I love it. We have Wal-Mart here. In my area big food store called Woodmens

[@trinidadchapa4287]

When I'm pushing my wheelchair, I also, put the bag in my month- sometimes.....It's easier .

[@lanitadedon7551]

Love your videos. My wish for you is that your home entrance would be more accessible. Seems scary in some of the videos.

[@SarahBent]

Thank you so much for this! It's truly been my biggest issue since I began using my chair. The basket on the lap is genius.
Here in NS Canada I have found 2 other options. If you call ahead, a staff member will push a cart for you to let you do a big shop. It's annoying and attention grabbing. But it works.
At Walmart (Asda) they have a cart that will hook into the transit loops on my chair. It's a bit awkward and slow to push the chair and the cart but its so nice to be independent!

[@SarahBent]

Another shopping video would be lovely! (I am lucky in that I am ambulatory, but as a single parent I dont always have help with the shopping.)

[@Wheelsnoheels]

@@SarahBent Can you do online grocories. Thats what I would do, and have done when shaun has been away. s

[@SarahBent]

In theory but it needs a credit card. I left my marriage in bankruptcy. Sometimes my dad can help but not always.

[@user-sx3zm3fx5o]

I am in a wheelchair and i use a i pad for everything it's a live saver

[@bananabuttons6637]

What about having a grabbing claw for higher items?. I’m intending on using the mini trolleys you can get to use with the wheelchairs if they have them or I may overload my Mum 😄

[@davidfinney2052]

Love your video's

[@ConnyNordlicht]

Hi! That was good!!!
I have some kind of bungee - strapes with carabiners each side. These l eling around my footplate - tubes and around some shopping - cart parts, where l find it's good and fits. Then l can drive my chair and in front of me is my cart! It needs practise and a larg "driving left and right, but after a while it's ok! Sometimes l led my shopping - cart standing anywhere and drive with a little basket on my knees like you, to the sh.cart, to the groceries, to the sh.cart and so on. This l start if my cart gets full. Nowadays l try to set my assisted wheels on power and a low degree so it drives half a mile per hour and then l only must drive my turns to left and right. But this l can't well 'till now! I don't want to shop every day and only little things! Next time l'll try a basket shopping -cart for wheelchair - users. Is it ok, if l tell you how it was??? Be blessed! Yours, Conny L.

[@Q-ey2jk]

Lol love it

[@mkorea]

It helps many wheelchair users. Thank you.

[@ashleywhitethisisabsolutel1004]

A good idea go into Lidel they have really big shopping bags that you can put around your neck they are very deep so you can get a lot more in them them and it would save your teeth.x

[@CarlGrint]

I started using Tesco Delivery a year ago and it has made life so much easier.
I do enjoy the odd trip to the supermarket and usually found someone to help reach things on higher shelves but always found an hour or more is easily lost and can be tiring so having it all delivered to the door is so much easier, also cuts down on the impulse purchases ;)

[@bertiepimplebum5633]

You're so entertaining and informative, Gemma. You have a lovely personality. I use the in-store electric mobility scooters.
You would have a fitted kitchen suitable for your wheelchair height, if I had my way!
(UK)

[@anneharrison1849]

I went about 9 at night a couple of weeks ago and they only had the self service tills open, I was there for ages!

[@ingridlim2801]

Love your video! I use a scanner in the supermarket and put everything in my backpack which is hanging on my chair.

[@anneharrison1849]

One thing I've been thinking about trying is buying a basket, which I can keep in the boot of the car, one of the hardest things I find is putting the bag in the car at the end (I almost always have two bags and it's the second that's the problem), then I'm naughty and abandon the basket rather than take it all the way back to the door. The way I shop is identical to you!

[@ChloeElizabeth88]

Hey can you please make a video about how you get your chair in and out of the car?? Thanks!

[@JennCampbell]

Have you considered buying your own flat bottom basket? It seems like that would help you get things inside easier. 🤗

[@Isobel201]

I laughed when you dropped the stuff at the door because I struggle with that and I'm not even in a wheelchair but I still have problems. I have a blue badge but still like using stores at quieter times so parking is easier.

[@AprilHoney]

You are so much fun to watch!

[@mariapirelli]

Hi Gem l am just about to get my first wheelchair and can't decide between electric or manual. Yours looks so easy to manoeuvre, could you let me know which one it is please. Great video, shall look out for more. Kind regards Mary x

[@jeannettethorpe7298]

I have backpack purse and some time I put my bags on my handles on my together with my purse

[@pierre-jean-jacques3050]

I walk to the grocery store as it's close and I don't have a car and I feel the pain of always remembering that I can only bring (in my case) what I can carry. It can be frustrating having to buy the more expensive smaller package or forgoing things altogether because I know I won't be able to bring it and then knowing you'll have to go back sooner than had you been able to carry said thing! I probably said that all wrong but you have certainly made me think about what everyday life would be like in a wheelchair as my day goes on and as an adult that is terrifying! Getting on the bus yikes, driving?! even more yikes. I love your energy and how you're upfront that it can be a struggle but is worth it. Many Kudos to you love you channel!

[@punky19761]

Muffin I’m a wheelchair user, but I understood what you meant. I too have to sometimes buy the smaller item or not at all, because I still have to bring all of my stuff into the house, and the accessible entrance to my house is in the back (there is a smooth sidewalk) and up a ramp. And often I don’t get out until later in the day, so I am sometimes doing all of that in the dark. 😱👻

[@pierre-jean-jacques3050]

@@punky19761 Thank you I'm glad it made sense

[@sb-sm8io]

*talking to the trolley* can you move please?

[@Dungeonfreak]

Please don’t let Shaun make jokes on camera again 😜 do you ever use the wheelchair trolleys? I found a trolley with a seat for adults in Waitrose recently, I’ve only seen them in America before and probably got more excited than is normal

[@eduardopadilla5505]

In the begining of the video, right behind you the rainbow!

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Eduardo Padilla really?? I’ll have to have a look for that!! X

[@eduardopadilla5505]

@@Wheelsnoheels :D Enjoy it!

[@janetslater129]

So what do you do if you need a full cart (or "trolley" for you guys) of groceries? I think it would be awesome if there was a way to make a modified shopping cart for those who are in wheelchair bound, that's got the same space (or close to it) as a regular cart/trolley.

[@orlandop7786]

Yes more great tips please.

[@ChrisPage68]

One of the reasons I use Tesco delivery is because of the difficulties finding a Disabled parking bay at my local big store. I would have to make 2-3 journeys to do my regular weekly shop. They're usually prompt and put all my groceries on my worktops.

[@Wheelsnoheels]

yes thats what i do if shaun is away. x

[@punky19761]

Could you please do a video on how you do your holiday shopping? That would be an interesting and helpful video. For me personally, I’m a little bit on the antisocial side and I lack a lot of spoons and whatnot, so I basically don’t get out into the world to holiday shop if I can avoid it. I’ll do some Christmas shopping online, and also I loom knit and paint and things like that, so I also make stuff as Christmas gifts. How do you all do your holiday shopping?

[@Deedes43]

Your shopping market there looks like our market called Walmart here in the states

[@wheelieblind]

If you watch me shop it would be a hole other thing of being strapped in a powerchair not able to reach stuff and not able to see what their is to even ask someone to grab the thing from the top shelf.

[@Bexstarartist]

Do you go alone? What do you do with the wheelchair when you transfer if you do? I can’t imagine going shopping alone again now

[@jerryskeepero]

Great video

[@anneharrison1849]

Btw, I don't know exactly how you transfer, but have you seen the new Jeff Gosling transfer board? It installs in the car and the rotates out of the way. Very nifty, I don't need it, but they showed me when I went to their building recently.

[@wheelieblind]

thanks for doing this video as much as I am not clueless as a person in a powerchair.... youtube was annoying the F out of me with that last one showing up with that stupid lady gong on bout the wheelchair model. Yes f'ing youtube can just keep trying to show me this as much as I can skip this really like all who are in a wheelchair who have been for a long time I guess can lol. OOh this is even an older viceo lol! Only big different was I put my stuff on the kitchen table if it did not need to go in the fredge or freezer, but I'm in an apartment with less space. That had to do with having tons of tons of groceries to the point their is not enough counter space. Also I do not want to put a basket on my lap had that get to heavy we use a oversized American shopping cart bigger then you have ever seen in the UK, and I did not shop alone so it went fine.

[@bobthebuilder628]

We have 2 similarities we both are in a wheelchair and both have boxers 🧡

[@l1v_danielle235]

Hi in first I love u and you have very good tips

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Thank you xx

[@emeraldkimble7602]

I once laid down on floor for low object I co7ldnt get up againcost analysis is two dollar gizmo sorthbit

[@hannahk1306]

Would one of those grabbers be useful for things on high/low shelves?

[@Jackiesguineapigs]

I ssier rising from chairure wish someone would invent a snap on easy clip system for wheelchair users who use a stick so its ready for quick and easy use when required for transfers from chairs I have to balance mine on the footplate with my large quad foot ferule and its a nightmare in a supermarket it falls often on the floor becaus Im unable to secure next to my usable hand for easier rising from chair and stability on transfers. ? anyone else have similar issues.

[@caitlin6859]

Do you have any recommendations for when you're trying to carry bags clothing shopping for example, as its something I struggle with. I have a PA and someone with me most of the time however there are times when I'd quite like to be a bit more independent and go into a shop on my own, but then find I can't actually hold my bag(s) and push myself at the same time. I have a Quickie Neon 2 which seems to be of a very similar size to yours if that helps. I've been in a chair for several years, but I'm still learning as I try to establish more indepence! 😊 X

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Caitlin Alicia amazing that you are looking to be more independent. If I go clothes shopping, I usually take a backpack and put it over the back of my chair. Then I put the clothing in there. If you have a look at my LA vlogs, I have the backpack I use on there. Or it’s in my profile pic. I hope that helps. X

[@caitlin6859]

@@Wheelsnoheels Thank you very much for your response! It's definitely very helpful 😊 I will be sure to watch the LA vlog! X

[@starleencooley7773]

How do you keep the hand basket on your lap I have so much problems with that and what would you do if you went somewhere without hand basket or there out were I live most places don't have them and if they do only have a couple.

[@punky19761]

Starleen Cooley I cant shop very well or independently without a hand-held basket. I should probably see if I can buy one from Amazon. I always have one hand one the basket and one hand on a wheel. If I don’t hold onto the basket, it will fall.

[@starleencooley7773]

@@punky19761 most of the stores were I live eather don't have hand baskets anymore or are slowly getting rid of them I use them but I also can't shop Independently

[@nikkimatthys1995]

when i go shopping I like the smaller buggy that's not deep if I'm want to push it around and i have a smartdrive so its even easier to push a buggy i would use a basket but because I scoliosis i cant use them because i have no lap and usually when im shopping its with my mom so she pushes the cart around but there are some time we go into a store like the dollar store and she'll have me hold a basket and then it starts to get heavy and because i have no balance i start falling forward I hope Canada gets those buggies that clip on to wheelchairs soon because they would be a life saver

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Ahhh your lucky to have a smart drive. x

[@nikkimatthys1995]

Wheelsnoheels - Gem Hubbard I love it but I haven’t been at to use for the last six month because the switch broke then the watch hasn’t wanted to connect so right now it’s at the place it got it and their trying to fix and according to the company that makes them the watch is being updated so hopefully I can get a new watch that actually works

[@billiebluesheepie2907]

Nikki Matthys - my watch part broke after 2 weeks and took a month to be returned and then the smart drive broke after 3 months and took 10 months to be returned.

[@myaholmes4286]

Lol upon reading the comments I immediately think you’re from Europe... let’s see how right I am

[@robinheuver1915]

What if the basket won't stay on your lap?

[@sarablackwolfdancer9359]

Bring a Bungee cord that's the right length, or a rope that you can put around your back, attach each end to the basket.

[@punky19761]

Robin Heuver I always have one hand on a wheel and one hand on the basket. I switch hands as needed. I never take my hand off the basket, because it will fall, especially as it gets heavier and heavier. I’m kind of stealing with one hand at a time, that’s why I kind of need to rely on other people to avoid crashing into me, as it is a lot harder for me to avoid them with one hand.

[@mariannejennisch9293]

Does your town not have anything like shipt or my main grocery store has delivery service.

[@amelia7180]

Is that in Norwich?

[@wozzyk4361]

What do you do if you need more than a basket full, and Sean isn t around? Have you ever got an assisted shop from customer service?

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Ive never done an assisted shop, and i wouldnt be able to get it in the house the other end. I would do it all online. which is what I do when shaun is away. x

[@wozzyk4361]

@@Wheelsnoheels yeah the other end can be an issue! If push comes to shove, pardon the pun, I either I get my support worker to support me or in extreme cases I get loads of bags with small amounts in them. As you showed in your video.

[@punky19761]

At my grocery store I give a full basket to the cashier to hold up at the front of the store. They are fine with doing this, they are the ones that gave me this idea. I try not to get much more than a basket full though, because I still have to bring it all into the house.

[@Catherinedunn896]

Have you ever done London on your own before if so what advice would you give as iv got to go London on my own with wheelchair for first time and I'm nervous lol love videos tho

[@Wheelsnoheels]

Are you taking public transport? I have done it, I, but I drove and stayed with a friend who lives in Hackney. So not sure that counts. My advice would be plan plan plan, and have everything super organised. x

[@Catherinedunn896]

Thank you hoping London is more wheelchair accessible as my home town is not very but will defo plan more now x

[@bluedeva]

Catherine Dunn I would recommend to register with transport for London with your blue badge details so you don’t have to pay congestion charges, you can also prepay for your parking. There are some boutique stores so you may need to call in advance to make sure they have access or can put out a ramp. As Gem says definitely plan plan plan 🤗

[@timboxall8936]

I did London this summer on my own for the first time and I was really nervous - turned out to be absolutely seamless! Plan though, have a plan B and C, and D because you never know. I went trains, buses and tube, all with a case clipped to the back of my chair, and it was a breeze. It's natural to be nervous, but it'll surely be fine! (I think a lot of peeps wanted to help me out as I was in costume for a sci-fi convention, lol!)