Independent Living Specialists

Independent Living Specialists Independent Living Specialists are Australia’s largest retailer of homecare mobility equipment. We empower our clients to live more independently.

At whatever stage of life you meet us, we will find mobility solutions to keep you moving through life. At Independent Living Specialists, your mobility matters. With over 10 years of providing mobility equipment across Australia, Our main aim is to provide you with the very best quality equipment and service, and above all give you back your independence.

Lightweight, compact and built for everyday mobility, the Royale Air Folding Scooter combines carbon fibre strength with...
09/06/2026

Lightweight, compact and built for everyday mobility, the Royale Air Folding Scooter combines carbon fibre strength with ultralight portability.

At just 13.7 kg (without the battery), it’s easier to lift into a car boot, store at home and take on trips away. The quick-fold mechanism allows it to fold within seconds and tow like luggage, while two interchangeable lithium batteries provide up to 16 km of total range.

Key features:
🔹Full carbon fibre frame
🔹Ultralight folding design
🔹Compact folded footprint
🔹Dual removable lithium batteries
🔹Height-adjustable tiller
🔹Front and rear LED lights

Designed for confident community mobility and travel.

Please note our NSW, ACT, Victorian and South Australian showrooms will be closed on Monday 8 June for the King’s Birthd...
07/06/2026

Please note our NSW, ACT, Victorian and South Australian showrooms will be closed on Monday 8 June for the King’s Birthday public holiday. Our teams will resume normal trading hours from Tuesday.

Our Queensland showrooms will be open as normal on Monday.

Pressure risk doesn’t stop at the bedroom or wheelchair.For many elderly people, toileting routines can involve sitting ...
04/06/2026

Pressure risk doesn’t stop at the bedroom or wheelchair.

For many elderly people, toileting routines can involve sitting for 30-60 minutes.

Yet pressure management is often overlooked when prescribing bathroom assistive technology.

🔹Seat surface
🔹IT clearance
🔹Positioning support
🔹Ability to reposition or tilt

All influence how pressure is distributed during these routines.

If these factors aren’t considered, bathroom equipment may unintentionally increase the risk of discomfort, skin breakdown or pressure injury.

Bathroom assistive technology plays an important role in both falls prevention and pressure management.

The right configuration supports safe hygiene routines while protecting skin integrity.

If you’re assessing bathroom equipment for a client with pressure risk, a trial can help determine the most appropriate seating and support configuration.

Contact ILS to organise a clinical trial with an Assistive Technology Professional.

Bathroom assistive technology is often prescribed too late.Equipment is introduced after falls, failed transfers or incr...
26/05/2026

Bathroom assistive technology is often prescribed too late.

Equipment is introduced after falls, failed transfers or increasing carer strain.

But good prescription shouldn’t just respond to current function. It should anticipate what happens next.

Mobility may change.
Transfers may become more difficult.
Carer involvement may increase.

When equipment only meets today’s needs, bathrooms quickly become unsafe or impractical.

Planning ahead can mean choosing solutions that:
🔹Provide appropriate support now
🔹Adapt as functional ability changes
🔹Reduce the need for repeated equipment replacement
🔹Maintain safe routines for both the individual and carers

Bathroom assistive technology works best when it supports long-term independence, safety and sustainable care.

If you’re planning bathroom equipment for a changing clinical presentation, a trial can help confirm the right configuration early.

Contact ILS to organise a trial with an Assistive Technology Professional.

Even with the right intent, small oversights in complex commode prescription can lead to unsafe or unsustainable outcome...
21/05/2026

Even with the right intent, small oversights in complex commode prescription can lead to unsafe or unsustainable outcomes.

Common pitfalls we see in complex presentations:

🔹Prescribing for current function only
Not accounting for progression can mean equipment becomes unsuitable within a short timeframe.

🔹Overlooking pressure risk
Toileting routines can involve prolonged sitting, yet seating, support and pressure management are not always considered.

🔹Limited attention to carer safety
Brake access, hygiene clearance and manual handling demands can significantly impact sustainability.

🔹Measurement and fit missed
Without accurate dimensions, equipment may compromise posture, transfers or hygiene access.

Complex commode prescription isn’t just about selecting a product – it’s about reducing risk across daily routines.

If you’re working through a complex prescription, a trial can help identify and resolve these issues before finalising equipment.

Get in touch to organise a clinical trial with an ILS Assistive Technology Professional.

Heading to ATSA Brisbane soon? Sarah Uncle, Head of Clinical Education at ILS will be there, speaking about how to selec...
19/05/2026

Heading to ATSA Brisbane soon? Sarah Uncle, Head of Clinical Education at ILS will be there, speaking about how to select the right support surface for pressure injury prevention and management.

🛏 Foam, Hybrid, Alternating Air? Oh My!
Making Sense of Support Surface Selection

Support surface prescription is critical for effective pressure injury prevention and management – yet the range of foam, hybrid and alternating air options can feel overwhelming.

In this evidence-informed session, Sarah explores how support surface materials and design influence pressure redistribution, comfort and clinical outcomes.

Through current guidelines, case examples and structured decision-making tools, therapists will gain practical strategies to assess risk, justify prescriptions and confidently select the right support surface.

These sessions reflect what we’re passionate about at ILS – practical education that strengthens clinical reasoning and supports better outcomes.

If you’re attending ATSA Brisbane, we’d love to see you there.

20 – 21 May at Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre
Register now at https://bit.ly/4w1g2gi

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the ILS stand at ATSA Independent Living Expo Sydney last Wednesday and Thursday. I...
18/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who stopped by the ILS stand at ATSA Independent Living Expo Sydney last Wednesday and Thursday. It was brilliant to connect with so many passionate healthcare professionals, catch up with familiar faces and meet new ones from across the industry.

A special mention to Sarah Uncle, our Head of Clinical Education, who delivered a standout presentation on pressure care to an engaged audience of OTs. Alongside the stand, our Royale Robooter obstacle course was a highlight again, giving therapists the chance to get hands-on with the chairs and experience the full range of features for themselves.

See you in Brisbane on Wednesday at Stand 198 💙

Fatigue is one of the most common – and most underestimated – barriers to participation.Many people can technically mobi...
14/05/2026

Fatigue is one of the most common – and most underestimated – barriers to participation.

Many people can technically mobilise, but doing so leaves them exhausted, unsafe or unable to engage in meaningful activities afterwards. Powered mobility can play a key role in energy conservation, allowing people to use their capacity where it matters most.

From a clinical reasoning perspective, powered mobility may:
🔹Reduce physical strain and cumulative fatigue
🔹Support longer periods of upright participation
🔹Enable social, domestic and community engagement
🔹Reduce reliance on carers for mobility tasks

Entry-level powerchairs like the Royale Robooter E40 are often suitable for short community outings and daily routines where simplicity and ease of use support confidence without unnecessary complexity.

Sometimes, the most meaningful outcome is having energy left at the end of the day.

Buckle up - the ILS Royale Robooter powerchair obstacle course is coming to ATSA Independent Living Expo Sydney tomorrow...
12/05/2026

Buckle up - the ILS Royale Robooter powerchair obstacle course is coming to ATSA Independent Living Expo Sydney tomorrow!

We're bringing our hands-on Royale Robooter powerchair obstacle course to the expo floor and want to see you behind the controls.

Foldable, smart and built for real life, the Royale Robooter range combines intelligent design with everyday practicality. From compact indoor models to all-terrain performance, get a feel for the omni-wheel manoeuvrability, ride quality and intuitive handling for yourself.

Pop by and say hi to the ILS team at Stand 320 - we'd love to show you what powered mobility can really do! 👩‍🦼

ATSA Sydney
Wednesday 13th May & Thursday 14th May
Sydney Showground

Our Wodonga Showroom has a new home 🎉We've relocated to Albury and we're now open!Continuing to service Albury, Wodonga ...
11/05/2026

Our Wodonga Showroom has a new home 🎉

We've relocated to Albury and we're now open!

Continuing to service Albury, Wodonga and the surrounding regions of Victoria and New South Wales, our brand new, purpose-built showroom has more space to explore and even more to see, try and compare.

From mobility scooters and wheelchairs to walkers and daily living aids, our friendly and expert team are ready to help. Whether you're looking to buy, rent or book a trial - we've got you covered.

Don't forget to ask about our free equipment trial service - experience our products firsthand, either in the showroom or in the comfort of your own home.

Come and say hi! 👋

Find us at:
📍 806 Mate Street, North Albury - directly opposite O-Health, just off the Hume Freeway
🏥 5 mins from Albury Hospital & Mercy Health
🅿️ Onsite parking via Mate St, plus street parking on Bellevue St & Mate St

Address

Mars Road
Sydney, NSW
2066

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+611300008267

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