Our Story
Mobility Solutions Centre Heartlands Ltd was founded in 2010 by our owner Marty Godwin, who had been nursing at all levels of Nursing for over 28 years.
“During my nursing career I met some incredible people, couples and families who had been struggling, sometimes for years on their own without support or the equipment that is available to make life easier. Having nursed at all levels from Rehabilitation to Intensive care and from Rheumatology Nurse Specialist to Senior Nurse Manager, it was time to take my knowledge and skills and make a difference within the community”.
Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". Our ikigai is to make a positive difference in people’s independence, comfort, and safety, whilst also giving reassurance to family members. It is the buzz of seeing how we can assist people keep or regain their independence, comfort and safety that drives us each day.
In 2010, Marty set up the business, initially working after the day job was finished. We soon built a following and we grew, albeit at a controlled rate. His mission was to ensure we could meet the expectations of our valued clients, to listen to their needs and see how we could help. We use the term client rather than customer as they often return for more equipment, to chat or seek advice.
In 2011 we were growing, and decided it was time to go full time. We set up our first shop in Timaru. Demand increased for our services and soon Marty realised that he needed help in meeting not only demand but also expectations. Thereby we set out bringing in high quality staff who not only had the skills but also the attitude to meet the needs of our clients. We handpicked people with the skills and attitude that shared our values to meet the expectations our clients deserve. People who could listen and with a “can do” attitude could meet and surpass the expectations of our clients, therapists and myself. We are a small team yet an awesome one at that.
Today we have been honoured in gaining not only a local and national reputation for our skills and service to clients. We also have manufacturers who have contacted us from Australia and the US to repair complex equipment on their behalf. We are also subcontractors for Enable and Accessable we repair and service all Ministry of Health and ACC equipment, which includes a 24/7 service.
True to the principles of meeting our client’s needs, we are a complete one stop shop providing Sales, Hire and Servicing/ Repairs to all types of medical rehab equipment and assistive aids. We continue to build on the services we provide and reduce the stigma around our equipment.
We never use the term disability, as we are in the business of enabling, allowing people to be independent for longer, more comfortable 24 hours a day and as safe as they can be.
Our showroom is the largest in the area and we now have a second store in Ashburton. Not only do we sell, we also set it up for you. Not only do we ensure we only supply good quality products, we ensure they are competitively priced. Not only will we provide equipment, we will show you how to use it.
Our equipment range includes: Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Electric Beds, Lift Chairs, Bedroom, Kitchen and Bathroom equipment; Walking Frames, Canes, and Trollies; Continence products and cushions.
Feel free to contact us; either pop in, phone or e-mail. We would love to hear from you.
“During my nursing career I met some incredible people, couples and families who had been struggling, sometimes for years on their own without support or the equipment that is available to make life easier. Having nursed at all levels from Rehabilitation to Intensive care and from Rheumatology Nurse Specialist to Senior Nurse Manager, it was time to take my knowledge and skills and make a difference within the community”.
Ikigai is a Japanese concept that means "a reason for being". Our ikigai is to make a positive difference in people’s independence, comfort, and safety, whilst also giving reassurance to family members. It is the buzz of seeing how we can assist people keep or regain their independence, comfort and safety that drives us each day.
In 2010, Marty set up the business, initially working after the day job was finished. We soon built a following and we grew, albeit at a controlled rate. His mission was to ensure we could meet the expectations of our valued clients, to listen to their needs and see how we could help. We use the term client rather than customer as they often return for more equipment, to chat or seek advice.
In 2011 we were growing, and decided it was time to go full time. We set up our first shop in Timaru. Demand increased for our services and soon Marty realised that he needed help in meeting not only demand but also expectations. Thereby we set out bringing in high quality staff who not only had the skills but also the attitude to meet the needs of our clients. We handpicked people with the skills and attitude that shared our values to meet the expectations our clients deserve. People who could listen and with a “can do” attitude could meet and surpass the expectations of our clients, therapists and myself. We are a small team yet an awesome one at that.
Today we have been honoured in gaining not only a local and national reputation for our skills and service to clients. We also have manufacturers who have contacted us from Australia and the US to repair complex equipment on their behalf. We are also subcontractors for Enable and Accessable we repair and service all Ministry of Health and ACC equipment, which includes a 24/7 service.
True to the principles of meeting our client’s needs, we are a complete one stop shop providing Sales, Hire and Servicing/ Repairs to all types of medical rehab equipment and assistive aids. We continue to build on the services we provide and reduce the stigma around our equipment.
We never use the term disability, as we are in the business of enabling, allowing people to be independent for longer, more comfortable 24 hours a day and as safe as they can be.
Our showroom is the largest in the area and we now have a second store in Ashburton. Not only do we sell, we also set it up for you. Not only do we ensure we only supply good quality products, we ensure they are competitively priced. Not only will we provide equipment, we will show you how to use it.
Our equipment range includes: Mobility Scooters, Wheelchairs, Electric Beds, Lift Chairs, Bedroom, Kitchen and Bathroom equipment; Walking Frames, Canes, and Trollies; Continence products and cushions.
Feel free to contact us; either pop in, phone or e-mail. We would love to hear from you.
