My Story – Jill Clark
My name is Jill Clark. I have cerebral palsy. This affects my muscles and movement. I am a wheelchair user and I use a device to communicate. I campa…
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Cheap and not so cheerful
Columnist - Ruben Carol I’ve always said that I will avoid flying with Ryanair at all costs, but recently I had no choice as I needed to book a fli…
The final push: back to school
Not so long ago, that time of year rolled around for buying a new pencil case, checking that the second-hand uniform still fitted, before recharging y…
Allied Mobility
Allied Mobility is the UK’s leading wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) specialist. We’re committed to designing and converting mobility cars to the h…
New Brotherwood Morelife Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle Joins the Motability Scheme
The UK’s wheelchair accessible vehicle specialist, Brotherwood, has added their popular ‘Morelife’ conversion for the new Volkswagen Caddy, to the Mot…
Jubilee Automotive
Our friendly and knowledgeable mobility advisors are uniquely positioned to help find the right WAV to suit any requirements. The acclaimed Jub…
Unlocking Independence: Wheelchair skills training
When I received my first wheelchair, I was provided with basic instruction on how to move forwards, backwards, turn, navigate ramps and open doors. Ho…
Amelia Peckham, CEO and Co-founder of Cool Crutches & Walking Sticks
"I'm so pleased to see that the upcoming Barbie movie features dolls with disabilities, including one with a prosthetic arm and another in a wheelchai…
The Old Vic – More accessible than ever
Following recent improvements, The Old Vic is now more accessible than ever. There is a step-free entrance on Waterloo Road with lift access to the Bo…
Columnist – Ruben Carol
People should, of course, have a choice to use a wheelchair or not. But it seems to me that sometimes people choose not to use a wheelchair out of fea…
Power assist trikes are transforming the way we think about manual wheelchairs.
Triride is the pioneer in the power add-on sector and has quickly become known for offering some of the toughest and most capable kit available. …
St William launches collection of apartments designed for easy accessibility at King’s Road Park
St William has launched a collection of 35 wheelchair accessible apartments at King’s Road Park, the brand new scheme in the heart of Fulham, SW6. The…
Buyers’ Guide – Wheelchairs And Powerchairs
Your wheelchair or powerchair may be the single most important piece of equipment you’ll own. Our top tips are designed to help you decide which one w…
Gerald Simonds Healthcare Ltd set for major growth under new owner
Gerald Simonds Healthcare Ltd (GSH) has announced its acquisition by Borrum Healthcare Group Ltd. Borrum (origin: a Celtic god of the winds) is headed…
VIP2, Karma Mobility
The VIP2 offers users a superb combination of tilt in space and reclining positions to ensure they can achieve optimum levels of pressure relief, posi…
Gerald Simonds Unveils 2nd Generation Veloce Active Wheelchair From Motion Composites
Gerald Simonds is delighted to announce the launch of a re-designed version of the popular Veloce folding wheelchair which is manufactured by Canada ba…
Karma Mobility Launches Its Latest Reclining Manual Wheelchair
The VIP2 is the latest addition to the Karma Mobility portfolio of manual wheelchairs and offers users a superb combination of tilt in space and reclin…
SoftWheels Review
We are delighted to have reviewed the Acrobat wheel from SoftWheel. Our review has determined that this wheel is 5 stars. Over all this wheel enhances…
LEWIS REED LAUNCHES LARGEST RANGE OF WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VW CADDY’S IN THE UK
Following extensive research and development, Lewis Reed is delighted to be the only wheelchair accessible vehicle company in the UK to be able to offe…
POWERED WHEELCHAIRS
If you’re preparing to purchase or lease a powered wheelchair (otherwise known as a powerchair) there are a few things that you should consider. Here a…
Essential Bathing
Mr Barker’s Bath When Essential Bathing received a call from Mrs Barker they knew she had a distinctive problem but not one we couldn’t help with. He…
THE S-ERGO 115 SELF-PROPEL TRANSIT WHEELCHAIR FROM KARMA MOBILITY
The S-Ergo 115 self-propel transit wheelchair from Karma Mobility weighs an incredibly light 8.3kg (18lbs) once the wheels and footplates have been rem…
Steel Wheels: Choosing The Right Wheelchair For You
Wheelchairs come in all manner of shapes, colours and designs. The choices seem endless but purchasing decisions are so important to think through. We’…
My Accessible trip to the Catalan
By Martyn Sibley I'm Martyn: a wheelchair using, travel loving blogger. I also co-edit Disability Horizons, an inspiring and informing onl…