Independent Living Specialists in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Medical and health

Independent Living Specialists

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9369 7656

Address: 11/428 Old Geelong Road 3029 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: https://ilsau.com.au/

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25.01.2022 Be brave and give new challenges a go! The results may be surprisingly wonderful. Someone who loves challenges is Leni Salmi. Brave and fearless, Leni started skateboarding at 61 because she was worried her bike would get stolen. Leni loves skateboarding so much that she runs a skateboarding school for the young and old. Passionate about trying new things, she has taken up graffiti art and acrobatics. Go out, go away from your normal routine and try new things, say Leni. Image repost @britalena

23.01.2022 Meet Bonza Bob with his new Pride Pathrider 140XL mobility scooter purchased from our Coffs Harbour store! Bob was thrilled to have his new scooter delivered to his home with all the bells and whistles by Zack, our Clinical Equipment Specialist for the Port Macquarie region in NSW. To find out more about our range of healthcare equipment including mobility scooters, visit buff.ly/3q3TIk2

22.01.2022 Fitting in is boring! Stand out from the crowd simply by being yourself.

19.01.2022 Fly high! Let your dreams motivate you to achieve your goals. The sky’s the limit! Image repost @milenazhong

19.01.2022 Did you know that baby care products such as the Medela breast pumps are available at ILS? You can buy online or in store. In New South Wales, you can hire high-quality hospital-grade breast pumps and baby bassinets at affordable rates. They are extremely handy for new mums looking to use baby care products in the short term such as our Ballina store assistant store manager Emily. Emily is pictured here with Rose, also our Ballina assistant store manager, holding super cute baby Ivy. For more details, visit https://buff.ly/3428EGH

17.01.2022 There is no limit to what you can accomplish through hard work and perseverance! #nevergiveup #goals #challengeyourself #mondaymotivation

16.01.2022 The countdown to our Black Friday sale is on! From 6pm today, you will have early VIP access to 10% off absolutely everything including mobility scooters, lift chairs and mobility aids. Offer is available online and instore. Use the coupon code BlackFriday at checkout. While stock lasts. https://buff.ly/375ZTM4

16.01.2022 Edwin has an injured knee and is very thankful to move around more freely now that he is using a wheelchair and elevated leg rest to aid his recovery. Here he is pictured at our Coorparoo store collecting his hire products. If you are looking to use healthcare equipment for a short period, we has a wide range of products such as wheelchairs, lift chairs and mobility scooters. Learn more about ILS hire products at https://buff.ly/2QasS98

16.01.2022 Here is Raymond on his new Invacare Comet Alpine purchased from our Port Macquarie store. He is pictured with his lovely wife Edna. They had been taking turns using Edna’s Pride Pathrider 140XL but now that Raymond has his Comet Alpine, they scoot off together for trips to the local shops and cafes. The Comet Alpine is perfect for outdoor use. The diversity of safety features ensures you have an uninterrupted comfy ride even on a bumpy path and is built to withhold through the most challenging hills. To find out more about the Comet Alpine, visit https://buff.ly/3cnu9nD For more details about our range of mobility scooters, go to https://buff.ly/2LcFAp5 or visit us in store.

16.01.2022 Meet the ILS team: Nathan Curran, Seating and Mobility Specialist In the latest Meet the ILS team video series, Nathan Curran, an occupational therapist from our Rehab (Configured Mobility) team talks about his role as a Seating and Mobility Specialist. ILS Rehab specialises in scripted power and manual wheelchairs. Our expert team are dedicated to finding the best clinical and functional solutions for individuals with complex mobility and seating needs. To find out more about ILS Rehab, visit https://buff.ly/37PHhlr or call 1300 366 398.

15.01.2022 Today is all about pressure injury awareness it is the worldwide Stop Pressure Injury Day. Pressure injuries affect people of all ages, including newborns. Pressure injuries can significantly reduce the quality of life for patients and their caregivers. Patients may experience pain, stress, longer stays in hospital and an overall decline in wellbeing. With the right knowledge and care, pressure injuries are preventable. To support the #StopthePressure campaign, our Hospita...l and Pressure Care (HPC) team are working closely with healthcare professionals across Australia to raise awareness and understanding about pressure injury prevention. Our HPC team has also curated a suite of informative and easy-to-read resources including brochures and videos. To access these resources and learn about our range of high quality pressure care products, visit https://buff.ly/3pGEiSN

15.01.2022 This is Ash @draconictempest looking positively ecstatic on the day she picked her Invacare Comet Alpine mobility scooter from our Port Macquarie store. Ash said, Being born with bone issues, mobility is getting harder and harder. This is a lifesaver for my mobility, independence and confidence. Ash shared her photos with us by tagging @independentlivingspecialists. As our SNAP SHARE WIN October giveaway winner, she will receive a $100 ILS gift voucher. For your chance to win one of two $100 ILS gift vouchers, take a photo of you with a product purchased from ILS and post on the ILS Facebook community page or tag us on Instagram (@independentlivingspecialists). Photos can be taken instore, at home or out and about. Winners will be announced in the first week of each month.

15.01.2022 Our delightful customer, Judy, is loving her new set of wheels purchased from our Caringbah store. Here she is enjoying the Sydney sunshine using her Drive Medical seat walker as a mobility aid. Exclusive to ILS, the Carbon Fibre Nitro Super Elite Light Weight seat walker is only 5kg, easy to transport and operate. Find out more about our range of seat walkers at https://buff.ly/2Rv5nbF

14.01.2022 We are loving Mary’s big smile! Mary came into our Coorparoo store to buy some tips for her crutches. She is very excited to start the new year with improved crutches which will provide better support and stability. To find out more about our range of mobility equipment, visit our website at buff.ly/3q3TIk2 or visit one of our 30 stores Australiawide.

13.01.2022 Stay committed to your goals and don’t give up! There are always opportunities to work towards your goals and there is always tomorrow to continue your progress.

13.01.2022 Smart and compact, the petite Theorem Alperton quad motor lift chair combines class with function. Controlled by a USB attached hand wand, it has movable sections to adjust for comfort or accessibility: headrest, lumbar, seat and leg rest. Learn more about the Theorem Alperton quad motor lift chair at https://buff.ly/2NOuYy8 or visit us in store.

12.01.2022 OT Week in Australia starts today and this year’s theme is Resilience: supporting our communities to rebuild, recover and reengage. Occupational therapists (OT) make a wonderful difference to people’s lives as they support people to rebuild their independence and provide services to aid the recovery journey so that people can reengage in meaningful activities. To our team of dedicated OTs, thank you for supporting our communities. #thisisot #occupationaltherapy #occupationaltherapist #thankyou #ot #ilsau

12.01.2022 Keep swinging the bat! It’s the only way you’ll get better at whatever you want to achieve and score a ‘home run’. Someone who had lots of practise at swinging the bat is Babe Ruth, an American professional baseball player. His career in major league baseball spanned an incredible 22 seasons from 1914 to 1935 and he is considered by many to be the greatest baseball player of all time!

10.01.2022 Here is our Rehab (Configured Mobility) team at the Sunrise Medical Head Office yesterday in Sydney. They had a fantastic hands-on training session learning about power wheelchair programming and alternative drive controls to enhance positive outcomes for clients with complex needs. Learn more about services offered by our Rehab team at https://buff.ly/2QwER4m or call 1300 366 398. ... #occupationaltherapy #ilsau #ndisprovider See more

09.01.2022 Engineered for powerful performance and exceptional style, the Pride Pathrider 140XL is one of our best-selling mobility scooters. Key features include full suspension for optimum handling, a hydraulic sealed brake system and large 33cm pneumatic tyres. It is equipped with many standard luxury touches such as the wraparound easy drive tiller and LED lighting. Learn more about the Pride Pathrider 140XL at https://buff.ly/2OJi4Sr or visit us in store.

07.01.2022 When Victor experienced a stroke, his lovely wife Joy became his full-time carer. Today, they are continuing to work towards Victor’s goals to reengage in daily activities. We are very honoured to be part of their life journey. Their story is below. Joy and Victor have been married for nearly 50 years. Life changed considerably for the couple in recent years. At just 68, and with no symptoms, Victor sat down to dinner with Joy after work, and without warning, his heart stoppe...d. What followed was a three-month hospital stay and permanent physical and cognitive impairment for Victor. Determined that Victor remain at home, Joy became his full-time carer. Support from their homecare package provider and ILS was invaluable. Joy describes her experience with ILS OT Michael Portelli, as a lifeline. Victor wouldn’t be home today if it weren’t for Michael, Joy says. Michael worked with Joy to assess Victor’s functional needs and provided advice on suitable equipment solutions. Considerations included sourcing equipment to keep Victor safe and comfortable, with Joy's limited strength in mind. Victor's reclining manual wheelchair now makes it easier for trips outside. Together they can sip coffee by the water, Victor in his wheelchair with Joy by his side.

07.01.2022 Happy Monday! Do something this week that brings you joy and then go back for more! It could be as simple as taking in the sunshine or in this case, surfing the waves this summer. Image repost @sargoodoncollaroy #adaptivesurfing

04.01.2022 Fit happens, when you train FIT and live FIT. Whether it's exercise for general fitness or building strength to recover from an injury, ILS has a wide range of high quality exercise and physio products for your fitness journey. Set some fitness goals for 2021 and make fit happen today. Learn more at https://buff.ly/3bHqgMi