Life Stories

David

“After my stroke I was told that I would not be able to drive again, which was a tremendous blow as you can imagine. I was grateful, however, that the DVLA recommended an assessment at the Mobility Centre. The staff there are excellent; expert, caring and very understanding of both my health and concerns. Thankfully the result was positive. They gave me the opportunity to drive again – an opportunity that I thought I would never get. It has changed my life and that of my family, for which I am most grateful.”

Bryn

“I was the victim of a criminal assault which affected my confidence to such a degree that I could no longer drive. From a person with an active work and social life I became completely housebound, which was devastating. I was pretty pessimistic when I went to the Mobility Centre; however after two visits everything was very positive. They suggested some car adaptations and recommended a driving instructor who could help me to regain my confidence. I am now driving again, which has enabled me to recover my life – all thanks to the response and encouragement I received from the Centre.”

Tom

“I came back from Afghanistan, a triple amputee. I wanted to resume driving my sports car. It was really important to me, the car was an essential part of my life and I needed it back. The assessment was fine, and then assessors at the Mobility Centre came up with a package of adaptations to suit my reduced abilities.”