Queen’s attitude to being in a wheelchair, supposedly.

Yeah let her use one of those nice mobility scooters, they don't make you look like an invalid and plenty of older dignitaries use golf buggies which are similar, for occasions where they might have walked when they were younger. The Queen already knows how to drive a car so it shouldn't be a problem to her. The problem might come if she has to go up stairs or a steep ramp - that's where a light, pushable chair has advantages

Tbh I'd much prefer to scoot about in a wheelie chair than miss out on any fun going!?!? And - so what? We all get old if we're very lucky!! I've had deaths in my family of those just out of teens and early 20s so I feel immensely privileged to have reached 66!!

She needs to consider those for whom their wheelchair is their chariot!! If it's needed embrace it!! And stop being so daft!

At her husband’s funeral the front pages were all - the Queen
alone. Who would like that at their husband’s funeral

She could have a gold and red wheelchair with a crown motif on the headrest and a plump cushion to sit on.

With an equerry or two walking solemnly behind her.

But I know where she’s coming from, I borrowed a wheel chair for my Mum shortly before she died, she insisted on pushing it until we got to a road where she didn’t know anyone, then she would sit in it and let me push.

She'd still be in control in an electric wheelchair.

She should have one suitably embellished, specially made to be comfortable, racy, and modern.

I cannot recall ever seeing the QM in a wheelchair, being pushed by Backstairs Billy. That was Princess Margaret, surely, on the occasion of the QM’s birthday?

She could have a mobility scooter - so she is still in control.

eazybee

Give the woman a break!
She doesn't want to be seen in a wheelchair; isn't she entitled for once to have a personal preference? She has earned the right to do what is right for her, as the previous poster said.

I agree. I feel very sad for her though if she does now need a wheelchair when it doesn’t seem five minutes when she was out riding her pony most days. It must be a blow if she can no longer do that.
I remember Princess Margaret in a wheelchair but I also remember the Queen Mother dressed to the nines in her frills and feathers being pushed along, all smiles by her favourite page Backstairs Billy to cheers and waves from the public.

I use a mobility scooter. It enables me to have independence. It took me a day to get used to it but even going up and down the road enables me to get out, specially on this warm day. I would say get organised: basket, bag on back, brolly, coat with hood, gloves, hat. Enjoy!

I thought it was brave of Margaret to turn up for her mother's birthday ceremony in a wheelchair. And she had been dressed nicely - she had a lovely pale green silk jacket and nice chiffon scarf. A blanket over her lap just like the Queen has when she travels. I would have thought with the Queen who makes such a deal out of being a devoted Christian, she'd not be so proud. Loads of people her age have to use a wheelchair and don't have anyone to carry them about in helicopters or make secret tunnels for them. If she can't face it then let her stay home and watch on TV. TBH I think it's kind of creepy to have her smuggled in by tunnel, in the same way I found it creepy when Philip's coffin was lowered into a shaft in the floor. Perhaps the Queen could pop up from a hole in the floor, as the service begins, already seated on a comfy chair?

When people become immobile, they can go down-hill (healthwise obviously) very quickly. If they start using a wheelchair, that might be a psychological switch that makes them fade away. They did say that, for the first time in her reign, she may be 'in place' before everyone else arrives so that she can be put in a chair and the wheelchair removed. Don't forget, I would think HM is well aware that for the last couple of years, or so, there has been a lot of talk about how long she might last ... or not. People on TV talking about what will happen when she dies. How many of us would want all our family and friends to be discussing what will happen when we die. If she wants to keep up appearances, she should be allowed to. This memorial service is mainly about Prince Philip, not the Queen.

I can totally understand why she might not want to use one in public. Due to my health I’ve had to accept that I need to use one. It took me a long time and I still don’t like the fact that I need to use it but love that it gives me more independence.

Anniebach

I doubt people will suddenly change their own choice of wheelchair yes/no because the Queen uses one.

I agree.

And she shouldn't have to use one in order to be a 'poster girl' for other wheelchair users, either.

Anyone with intelligence and a modicum of empathy will know that a wheelchair is sometimes necessary and doesn't diminish the stature or validity of the person using it, and that there is no shame in needing one. Those that don't understand this do not have the mental capacity or sensitivity to be persuaded otherwise simply because the Queen is seen in one.

I am not a Monarchist, but have a sneaking regard for the Queen. Being very much in the public eye, and having a strong sense of duty... she will probably do what she thinks is best for her image (she is an icon after all) and what she believes is her duty to the country.

... but nothing will stop the speculation, and people will continue to conjecture and theorise...

I have to use a wheelchair occasionally - if the distances are too great - and nobody has ever ignored me. I don’t like using it, but rather that than just remaining housebound.

Firstly NOBODY knows what the Queen's attitude is apart from those closest to her and they aren't talking. Secondly just like every one else, its her choice. And once again she has recently renewed her accession vow that her "WHOLE LIFE" will be dedicted to the service of her people. She may delegate jobs but she won't abdicate.

I have no real opinion but whatever her views on using a wheelchair they are her views and I respect them. I doubt she would disrespect people using them.

Well, it happens all the time, although not usually about the queen.
Unless it's speculation about how she must feel...

I doubt people will suddenly change their own choice of wheelchair yes/no because the Queen uses one.

I so detest this sort of post. It is based on speculation not fact. People read it and presume it is true and they pass it on...probably adding more to the story...

In a way I understand the Queen “ giving in to old age sitting in a wheelchair” like lots of people would never be seen with any kind of frame until they actually use them and then they wouldn’t be without them. The Queen will make her own decision hopefully good luck to her.

I worked with elderly people in the community most of my working life and almost all I met would be affronted to been seen in a wheelchair...Some of them ended up housebound because of this attitude....Never quite got my head around it...

I think some people view them as giving in which I don't agree with. My mum used a zimmer frame and got all-around with it otherwise she would have been housebound.
My dad on the other hand should have used one and wouldn't.. On their last visit to Oz they were met in Singapore by a chap with a wheelchair and dad wouldn't get in it. The chap would not move so in the end my mother sat in it and had a ride to the taxi.
The chap opposite them got a mobility scooter and used it to go to the local pub which was fine except he used the white line in the middle of the road as a guide, luckily it was a small village and everyone used to look for him at closing time.

I think a mobility scooter sounds great