Spring has finally arrived in the Shuswap and Vernon — and it’s the perfect time to get back outside and enjoy your yard, patio, and fresh air. Before you dive into gardening or outdoor relaxation, it’s important to make sure your mobility equipment is safe, tuned-up, and ready for longer days. At Lakeside Medical Supplies, we’re here to help you step into spring with confidence, comfort, and peace of mind.
Check Your Mobility Equipment Before You Get Outside
Winter can be tough on scooters, walkers, wheelchairs, and power chairs. A quick spring inspection helps prevent breakdowns and keeps you safe when you’re on the move.
What to look for:
- Fully charging scooter batteries
- Tire wear or cracks on wheelchairs and power chairs
- Sticky or uneven walker and rollator brakes
- Remote, motor, and battery checks for lift and power chairs
- Worn or uncomfortable seat cushions
- Brakes that are worn
If anything feels off, call Lakeside Medical Supplies in Salmon Arm or Vernon. Our team offers expert servicing to get your equipment running smoothly again.
Refresh Your Yard for Safer Spring Mobility
As the snow melts, small hazards can appear around your property. A little early prep helps make your outdoor space easier — and safer — to enjoy.
Spring yard safety tips:
- Clear leftover debris, branches, and slippery patches
- Rake displaced gravel back into pathways
- Check walkways for uneven stones or shifting
- Add non-slip mats around entrances
- Improve ramp traction and outdoor lighting
- Trim shrubs or branches blocking walkways
A clean, level property means smoother movement with scooters, walkers, and wheelchairs — and peace of mind when you get out into the sunshine!
Get Excited to Enjoy the Outdoors Again
Spring is your chance to reclaim your outdoor space. Maybe you want to garden, sit on the patio, take longer scooter rides, or simply breathe in that fresh warm air — your mobility equipment should support all of it.
At Lakeside Medical Supplies, we love helping people enjoy more independence, more comfort, and more outdoor time. Come into our Showrooms in Salmon Arm and Vernon and let us show you the latest in mobility equipment.
Need Repairs or Upgrades? We’re Here to Help
Serving Salmon Arm, Sorrento, Revelstoke, Armstrong, Enderby, Vernon, and surrounding areas, Lakeside Medical Supplies offers:
- Mobility equipment repairs & servicing
- Walkers, scooters, power chairs
- Bathroom safety equipment
- Home mobility solutions
- Outdoor-ready mobility accessories
Start Spring With Confidence
Contact us here or visit our Showrooms today for servicing, adjustments, or new mobility options.
Salmon Arm — 245 5th St SW | 250-832-2431
Vernon — 110-4416 27th St | 250-542-2425
Toll-free — 1-877-777-2431