“If I didn’t have my scooter, I would be house-bound”Published: 11 May 2023 Mick Waters on why he relies on his mobility scooter I have lived in the pretty village of Brockham, Surrey, for over 40 years. Twenty years ago, I was diagnosed with primary progressive multiple sclerosis (PPMS) but was still able to carry on working as a Postman up until 2008. So, when I was medically retired and stuck at home most of the time a friend from a therapy centre I attended suggested I get a mobility scooter. After trying a few makes out I found the TGA Breeze S4 was most suitable for me, a sturdy-built scooter suitable for roads, paths and even some of the farm tracks around where I live. Having just got a dog, Sasha, a border collie from a colleague at work, we set about getting her used to the scooter so I could take her for walks. This didn’t take too long as she was a puppy and was familiar with large vehicles as she came from a local farm. When out and about on my scooter with Sasha alongside me everyone seemed to want to stop and chat, a really good way to meet my friends from the village. Sadly, our Sasha died two years ago but we now have our second dog, a rescue border collie mixed with a few other varieties, from Bulgaria called Lily. I can even go to the local shop and although I can’t get inside, I’ve always got my mobile phone with me and just one call and they will bring out what I need. I now use a wheelchair all the time but luckily, I can still transfer to my TGA and get around the village and meet my friends. If I didn’t have my scooter, I would be house bound. Other Stories You May Be Interested In... Blog Don’t suffer in silence! View article Blog How is MS diagnosed? View article Blog What is low dose naltrexone? View article