Medical Department Store operates a retail showroom at 1180 Jacaranda Blvd in Venice as part of its five-location Southwest Florida network, which also includes Sarasota, Port Charlotte, Fort Myers, and Naples. The family-owned durable medical equipment company has served the region for more than 30 years and staffs RESNA-certified mobility specialists at its locations. Shoppers can walk in anytime for test drives on mobility scooters and power wheelchairs from brands such as Pride Mobility, with Medicare billing handled directly and nationwide shipping available. The company states that it repairs any brand of mobility equipment regardless of where it was purchased, and installs and services Harmar vehicle lifts locally. Its mobility scooter pages also cover replacement batteries and chargers for all major brands, plus buying guides on scooter selection, safe operation, and SW Florida heat and hurricane preparedness. The Venice store can be reached at 941-497-2273. Hours are Monday through Friday 9 AM to 5 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 3 PM.