Kitchen Trolley

What is a kitchen trolley for?

This leaflet is for patients who have been assessed as needing a kitchen trolley to improve independence in the home. It is also for the families, carers and professionals supporting you.

A kitchen trolley helps you transport food and drinks from room to room.

When should you not use a kitchen trolley?

Do not use a kitchen trolley:

• as a replacement for a walking aid or frame​
• if you have not been assessed as needing one
• if your property has narrow doors and steps​
• outdoors
• if your property is cluttered
• if you cannot use two hands to operate the trolley
• if you have severe visual impairment
• to transport hot things that could melt the trolley such as hot pots and pans
• to transport cups or glasses that are full of liquid that could spill easily.

How to set up a kitchen trolley

1. Ensure all wheels are in good condition.
2. Ensure all clips are fitted correctly.
3. Ensure shelves are firmly attached.

Website address and QR code for a video which shows how to fit a kitchen trolley https://youtu.be/HaRFV3BhltU

How to collect your kitchen trolley or request a repair for a kitchen trolley

Each borough’s provider and phone number is listed in the Contacts section below.

Contacts

Kingston - Medequip	0208 154 2922
Merton - Uniquis	0208 664 8860
Richmond - NRS	0300 100 0253
Surrey - Millbrook	0208 750 1580
Wandsworth - NRS	0300 100 0253