TV tends to underestimate people with disabilities. All too often, inclusivity means people with disabilities are represented by characters that are rather one-dimensional: either desperately tragic, implausibly heroic, or miraculously ‘recovered’. This means that it’s particularly delightful to come across characters that defy these worn stereotypes that rob characters with disabilities of human complexity. Embed […]

When Spring starts to bloom, many of us start thinking of sunshine and outdoor activities. If you have the outdoor space and green fingers, gardening may be a hobby that you really enjoy in these warmer months, but gardening when you are disabled can often become more of a chore than good fun. For those […]

A walking frame is a device used by those who have difficulty walking, to help improve stability, safety, and maneuverability.  Do you or somebody you know have mobility concerns but are also ambulantry? Perhaps it’s a struggle getting around on foot? Maybe it has been recommended to use a walking frame (or a zimmer frame) […]

British media called her Hurricane Hannah for a reason. This summer at Tokyo Olympic Stadium Hannah Cockroft only proved that again: she claimed 2 gold medals in wheelchair sport, adding them to 5 she already won. Nathan Maguire, who is Hannah’s partner in private life, claimed his first silver. Winning at Olympic Stadium It did […]

How beginning a new chapter, a life in a wheelchair, helped a skilled repairman multiply his daily income by 7.5 and made it possible to support his family again. It started 13 years ago. Slowly he began to develop paralysis in both legs, and despite the treatment he received, his legs continued to weaken. At […]

As a disabled person it can often be hard to recognise ourselves in the celebrities and famous people we see in print, and on TV. But it doesn’t always have to be this way! A common complaint amongst those living within the disabled community is that there is a serious lack of disability representation within […]

A break-down of all the crucial reasons why a comfortable wheelchair is not only critically important but can also be lifesaving. If you use a wheelchair on a day-to-day basis then it’s probable to assume, you’re reliant on it for your freedom and independence. It’s not just a piece of equipment, it’s a tool that […]

As with any person, disabled individuals can of course benefit highly from stretching on a regular basis. Whether it’s for alleviating muscle cramps and pains, or helping to extend your physical abilities for years to come – stretching can play a huge role in ensuring you’re in tip top condition, for longer. Various research studies […]

If you’re a disabled person and you have a job, you may have come across a number of scenarios that have left you feeling a little baffled and possibly a little aggrieved. Much like in everyday forms of life, disabled people often find themselves up against the elements and fighting just to be heard. Finding […]

Is it easy to choose the perfect gift for someone who uses a wheelchair? The answer is often ‘no’. Are you looking for something a little different to gift this year to either a friend or a loved one? Check out these gifts for wheelchair user s. Would something specifically tailored towards a wheelchair user […]