Barnardo’s and Anti-Bullying Week
Young carers need more support to reduce the risk of being bullied and suffering mental health and well-being problems as a result, according to Barnar…
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Leasing a new and reliable car from the Motability Scheme this autumn
Disabled motorists and their families can enjoy autumn with a reliable new car leased through the Motability Scheme. The Scheme’s latest price list…
An Accessible Home
Everyone needs their home to be comfortable and pleasant; a place where they can really relax and be themselves. Making adaptations to cope more easily…
It’s a Dolls Life- Lottie Dolls and Inclusivity
Our very first doll was created five years ago following 18 months of research. We spoke to retailers, industry experts, child psychologists, nutritio…
Disability Confident Signs Up 5,000 Organisations In Its First Year
November marks the first anniversary of the launch of the revamped Disability Confident scheme. Regular Able Magazine contributor and Minister for D…
Give Back to Get Back: The Rewards of Volunteering
They say it’s better to give than to receive. Many people see volunteering as a poor substitute for landing a paying job, but although it may not brin…
Helping Disabled People Find The Right Support
Disability does not just affect people physically. With high numbers of people with health issues seeking support from Turn2us, we know that it can hav…
Distance Learning
“A specific benefit of distance learning for disabled people is its flexibility.” Why waste time struggling with access, facilities or transport iss…
Ottobock’s Fitness for Amputees app reaches 20,000 downloads
Following the launch of Fitness for Amputees three years ago, Ottobock is delighted to announce that 20,000 people worldwide have downloaded the App. …
UK Coaching believes more people with disabilities should get into coaching
UK Coaching has, for more than 30 years, provided the coaching workforce with the skills and knowledge they need to make a positive difference. The org…
Ottobock Adventures with Stephan and Chloe
Ottobock ambassadors Stephan Couture and his daughter Chloe are no strangers to the sporting circuit, having taken part in over 25 competitions in 2017…
The ‘N-Word’
Yes, that’s right, the N-word. I’d like to discuss a type of N-word and what it has meant to me. The word I refer to, of course, is ‘normal’. By Max…
SHARING YOUR HEART, SHARING YOUR HOME
There is still a huge demand for foster families and for people prepared to adopt children. You might, as a disabled person, think that taking on the c…
Mobility Roadshow Closes
The long-running disability motoring event first opened in 1983 but has been struggling as a result of falling exhibitor numbers. A decision has b…
Motability for Children
Regular readers will already be familiar with the Motability Scheme but may not realise that children as young as three years old can benefit from it to…
Hamilton Park Racecourse
If the Able Magazine team’s recent day at Hamilton Park Racecourse is anything to go by, disabled people should definitely check to see when the next m…
Buyer’s Guide – Equipment for children
Children can be difficult to buy for. The smallest thing can mean that they don’t like or won’t use a purchase as you’d hoped. Then there’s the fact tha…
My Invictus Games Experience
By Russell Pizzey – Technical Services Manager at Ottobock UK This year marked the third time Russell has provided technical service at the Invictus…
Preparing for the Unknown: How planning ahead can help you stay in control.
Talking about the future can be difficult, especially if you’re worried about losing the ability to make decisions for yourself. But having the conversa…
Julie Andrews makes a trip to Stuttgart
Set between stunning hills and vineyards, the city of Stuttgart and its surrounds, combine traditional German culture with a passion for innovation. …
Time for Change
Recent research by charity Scope revealed that eighty percent of disabled people don’t feel they are well represented in the media. This calls for a ch…
Finding Support
Any family affected by disability will be aware that the challenges can seem huge, insurmountable even. Sometimes all it takes is a little help or expe…
Sandemans Tours, Oxford, Liverpool, Edinburgh and London
If you’re planning a longer trip or day out, there are many accessible outdoor activities available across the UK. Sandemans tours, for example, run a…
Out in the Open
Angus spoke with Able Magazine about his diagnosis of Muscular Dystrophy and how he and his family have learnt to cope. When did you first suspect som…
Independent Living Scotland – 4th & 5th October 2017
Get inspired at Scotland’s largest independent living event Join them and discover the perfect products to suit your needs or the needs of those you c…