Campaign highlights challenges of distancing blind
As lockdown eases across the country, blind and partially sighted people face a growing list of social distancing challenges. In response, the Sight …
Able Magazine
RNIB Bookshare celebrates reaching half a million books in accessible formats
An accessible book service from the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) is celebrating reaching half a million books. RNIB Bookshare, w…
ABM Aviation launches ‘Email Us For Confidence’ initiative on the back of new ‘COVID-19: Flying with a disability’ survey by Josh Wintersgill
On the back of a recent ‘COVID-19: Flying with a disability’ survey, ABM Aviation has partnered with disabled entrepreneur Josh Wintersgill, inventor …
Providing better access to mental health services for the Deaf community
The coronavirus pandemic has been the cause of widespread psychological problems because of the lockdown, amid growing stresses over isolation, job se…
Shielding and mental health
Although recent weeks have been difficult for many people, when we were in full lockdown across the UK things might have felt more certain, as the rul…
Parents back QEF appeal to help services survive so disabled people can thrive
QEF, a charity which has been at the heart of the Surrey community for more than 85 years, is facing an uncertain future due to the impact of Covid-19…
Gtech eBike City
Hybrid bicycles, like the City edition, present the best of both worlds: exercise and convenience. The Gtech eBike City looks very much like the fu…
Blesma – Protecting Injured and Limbless Veterans
Blesma has faced many significant challenges in its 100-year history, but perhaps none as great as the coronavirus pandemic. Over the last few months,…
Columnist Ciara Larewnce: Treat me well campaign
At the time of writing, the country is currently in lockdown because of coronavirus. It is a scary and lonely time for many people with a learning dis…
LIFE CHANGING JOB GIVES CONFIDENCE BOOST FOR YOUNG WOMAN WITH MOSAIC DOWN SYNDROME
DFN Project SEARCH is celebrating this year’s Down’s Syndrome Awareness Week after successfully supporting another individual into the world of work. …
Trekinetc K2 – Review
Trekinetic are not like most other wheelchair manufacturers. They believe that wheelchair users deserve the same access and freedom as everyone else a…
Trekinetic – GTE Review
Trekinetic are not like most other wheelchair manufacturers. Trekinetic believe that wheelchair users deserve the same access and freedom as everyone …
Bond Hotel – Flexi rates help you book with confidence!
Flexi rates can help you secure a risk free holiday booking. It’s tricky to plan anything right now – but we all need something to look forward to …
Inverness Woman Who Got Life Back On Track Following Van Accident Determined To Help Others
Former Administrator’s Delight At Being Able To Enjoy Family Time And Volunteering A woman who sustained a brain injury and was left paralysed from…
Don’t Tolerate Hate – Police Scotland launches disability hate crime campaign
One in five people in Scotland are registered as having a disability, yet this category of hate crime accounts for only four per cent of reports to Po…
HOW RUGBY PLAYING MOTHER-OF-TWO GOT HER HOME – AND HER LIFE – BACK AFTER A CATASTROPHIC INJURY
A woman from Wokingham who spent six months in hospital following a life-changing rugby accident has been able to gain full access to every room in he…
THE FIRST OF ITS KIND IN THE CITY OF DUNDEE
Brian Marnie, a self-employed driver for Tele & Handys Taxis of Balgray Place, Dundee is the first driver to own a fully electric wheelchair acces…
Ellwood Cottage
Located in the heart of beautiful rural Dorset in the peaceful hamlet of Woolland, Ellwood Cottages are outstanding conversions of three traditionally…
Crispin Orthotics
In orthotics, experience is a key advantage. With many years of clinical and technical experience , Crispin Orthotics are at the forefront of …
Naidex 46: Aspiring for a Better Future of Independent Living
Naidex is Europe's most established event dedicated to the disability and independent living industries, taking place this 17th & 18th of Marc…
Safe Bathrooms
Enjoy safe and easy showering and bathing again in your very own Accessible Bathroom! Fully Accessible Shower from Safe BathroomsFully Accessible B…
Motability Scheme recognises top performing dealerships
Outstanding scooter and powered wheelchair dealerships rewarded for customer service achievements Scooter and powered wheelchair dealerships across…
Find your own superhero with Touretteshero at Scarborough Art Gallery
The world’s first Tourettes superhero lands in Scarborough Art Gallery this February half-term with a free interactive, inclusive and incredible super…
Tackling loneliness through football
We spoke to Laura, a staff team leader from Nottinghamshire YMCA’s community sports programme, OnSide and the importance of building a strong communit…
Sense and ukactive launch research partnership to understand activity needs of families with disabled children
Parents are invited to complete an online survey by 15 March National disability charity Sense and the ukactive Research Institute have announced a…