Selecting the right mobility equipment is a significant decision—especially when it’s for long-term use at home. Whether you’re an NDIS participant, a carer, or a support coordinator, trying products before purchasing ensures that they suit the user’s physical needs, environment, and comfort.
At Adelaide Healthcare Equipment, we make this process easy and supportive with in-home mobility equipment trials available across South Australia.
Why Trials Are Crucial Before You Buy
Mobility products such as scooters, walkers, recliner chairs, beds, and lifting aids come in various sizes, features, and designs. What works well in one setting might not be ideal in another. Here’s why home trials matter:- Personal Fit: Ensure the equipment suits the user’s body size, strength, and mobility goals
- Home Compatibility: Test whether it fits through doorways, around furniture, or on ramps
- Comfort and Safety: Evaluate the controls, padding, and features in real-time situations
- Funding Justification: Occupational therapists often require trial data to complete NDIS or aged care reports
Equipment Eligible for Home Testing
We offer home trials on a wide range of mobility and daily living equipment, including:- Mobility Scooters – From foldable models to heavy-duty outdoor units
- Electric Beds – Including voice-control hi-low beds and aged care beds with accessories
- Walkers & Rollators – Test different frame types and braking systems
- Lift Chairs & Recliners – Assess size, motor smoothness, and ease of transfer
- Daily Living Aids – Try reachers, cushions, over-bed tables, and portable backrests
- Bathroom & Toilet Aids – Optional add-on trials for safety products like rails and commodes
How to Book with Adelaide Healthcare Equipment
Booking your trial is quick and straightforward. We’ve designed the process to support both individual customers and healthcare professionals like occupational therapists.1. Submit Your Request
Start by visiting our Home Trial Booking Page and filling out the form. Include:- Your name and contact details
- Product(s) you’re interested in
- Any accessibility or delivery notes
- NDIS details if applicable
2. We Confirm and Coordinate
Our local Adelaide team will contact you to:- Confirm your requested equipment
- Schedule a convenient time
- Discuss any OT involvement
- Arrange delivery and setup
3. Trial at Home
Our technician or product specialist will deliver the equipment, demonstrate its use, and help set it up. You’ll then have time to test it in your real-life setting.What to Expect During Your Trial
A home trial is designed to be informative, comfortable, and stress-free. Here’s what usually happens:- On-Site Setup: We deliver and install the item, ensuring it works in your space
- Product Demonstration: We show you and your care team how to operate the equipment safely
- Hands-On Testing: Try the equipment during daily routines like transfers, movement, or personal care
- Trial Summary: If needed, we can assist with OT feedback or supply a quote for NDIS or SWEP funding
- Next Steps: Decide whether to proceed with a purchase, request an alternate model, or repeat the process with additional products
Key Takeaways
- Home trials help ensure the equipment is the right fit for the user and their environment
- NDIS participants can trial items as part of the assistive technology (AT) prescription process
- Adelaide Healthcare Equipment offers home delivery, expert setup, and OT-aligned support
- You can book online, by phone, or via referral from a therapist or care provider
Ready to Book Your Trial?
- Book your home equipment trial now
- Explore our full product range to see what’s available
- Contact us for help choosing the right equipment
