Brickhouse Farm combined forces of accessibility in the ‘Lanes of Lancashire’!
After being inspired by the Paralympic Cycling and Triathlon Teams who trained for Rio whilst staying at Brickhouse Farm Holiday Cottages, Proprietors …
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Day 6 Round-Up. ParalympicsGB Equal London 2012 Tally
Another six golds overnight in Rio means that ParalympicsGB remain second in the medal table and just one gold away from being crowned as the greatest British Paralympic team ever.
Out and about with Able Magazine
Wherever possible we try to get out and meet disabled people and those organisations involved with them, to keep abreast of current thinking – and to h…
Royal Highland Centre to host Kidz to Adultz Scotland
Edinburgh’s Highland Hall at the Royal Highland Centre is to host Kidz to Adultz Scotland – one of the largest, free Scottish events dedicated to children and young adults up to 25 years with disabilities and additional needs, their families and the professionals who work with them in Scotland.
Three On Day Three
ParalympicsGB scored three gold medals on day three of the Games. Here's our round-up of all the action.
Day 2 Round Up – A Fine Display From Peacock
T44 100m sprinter Jonnie Peacock won gold with an utterly devastating performance to retain his Paralympic title.
Paralympic fun in Bradford’s City Park
Fancy trying out a variety of Paralympic sports, such as wheelchair basketball, adapted cycling, wheelchair rugby and Boccia in Bradford?
A week of exceptional performance as Bristol is Doing Things Differently
An extraordinary week of performance is set to take place in the South West as Bristol prepares for an event like no other. This September will see the…
Paralympic Legend Lee Pearson selected to fly the flag for ParalympicsGB as Rio 2016 prepares for Opening Ceremony
Yes! Lee Pearson will be the #Paralympic flagbearer at the opening ceremony!
Nominations Open for Blue Badge Style Awards 2016
Do you have a favourite accessible hospitality venue? Recommend them!
Within the law: becoming a lawyer with a disability
The legal sector is renowned as a rigorous environment where some of the finest minds do battle. We find out how the sector helps disabled people to have a successful career.
Choosing a specialist bed
At Kinderkey Healthcare Ltd we specialise in helping healthcare professionals and carers choose a nursing care bed for adults or children that satisfie…
Sue Laurie on Alexander Technique in the Theatre
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Would you like priority access to over 9,000 accessible UK toilets?
If you have a health condition or disability finding an accessible toilet that’s clean, tidy and available for you to use can be a challenge. Even when…
Forgotten minority of people with MS are missing out on crucial treatments
A sizeable minority of people living with multiple sclerosis (MS) are at risk of being forgotten by the NHS, the MS Society has warned. The char…
Fish Insurance to offer VitalityLife insurance products
Fish Insurance are going to be offering life and serious injury insurance through VitalityLife.
WATCH: England rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson plays wheelchair rugby
Check out England rugby legend Jonny Wilkinson playing wheelchair rugby with the Dorset Destroyers! Anyone fancy having a go? #url#
Why I rejected negativity
Ryan Compton has had as many as 70 operations since the age of 6. He tells us why he rejected negativity.
Get on the road this summer with the Motability Scheme
Motability has more than 500 cars available for NO advance payment, so what are you waiting for?
Disability sports club, No Limits tell us a little about what they do
Multi-sports disability sports club, No Limits got in touch to tell us a little bit about what they do.
Promoting independence, choice and flexibility – Self Directed Support rolls out in Northern Ireland
If you live in Northern Ireland find out more about a new social support care initiative called Self Directed Support currently rolling out!
The Able guide to moving and handling
Able's guide to help carers with moving and handling...
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Motability for Carers
Whilst the Motabilty Scheme is centred on disabled people, it's often managed by carers. Here’s what you need to know.
Fish Insurance teams up with Genny Mobility UK
Fish Insurance and award-winning Genny Mobility have teamed up to offer customers exclusive discounts on insurance.