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In November 1995, the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 (DDA) was passed in the UK parliament. What many people do not realise is that, far from being a dry legislative act with little impact on real people, the Disability Discrimination Act was created and passed as a result of years of pressure and activism from disability rights campaigners. […]

For disabled and elderly people, getting in and out of the bath can be a difficult task. Slippery surfaces can be dangerous for anyone with mobility or balance problems, and the fear of falling can also be a barrier. Fortunately, there are many ways to make bathing and showering safe and comfortable, including disabled baths […]

Sitting in wet clothes is no fun at all. Wearing wheelchair rain covers that don’t suit you is only marginally better, but thankfully, fashion designers have created some wheelchair covers that actually look good on people. Now you can stay dry and feel good too! So, before the next downpour strikes, let’s review the choices […]

Wheelchairs are wonderful devices for helping people to get around when they otherwise would not be able to. They offer transport and make the world accessible, allowing people to get out and about either on their own or with company. However, the situation is not yet perfect. If somebody is propelling themselves, or if they have trouble […]

As the Paralympics approach, many disabled people are prepared to be inspired to consider taking part in accessible sports. One such option is wheelchair basketball and, if you are keen to start playing the game, you’ll need to understand wheelchair basketball rules. First played in the Rome Paralympic Games in 1960, the game of wheelchair […]

We often hear that disabled people should reach for the skies… but what about reaching for the skis? With the development of equipment that can be used on snow and ice, the sit ski and the mono ski are enabling wheelchair users and other disabled people to fly down mountains at speed. It’s even a […]

Most people want to get a bit fitter. Whether it’s a well meaning New Year’s resolution or an ongoing commitment to get more exercise, a lot of us do want to get – and stay – more active. Even if we’re not going to make the Paralympic team, some simple movement and exercise can help […]

When washing leads you to require bathing aids for disabled people, it can become a minefield. There can be so many items to choose from and which would be suitable for your needs is not always easy to discover from scanning a website or catalogue. Here’s a guide to the whys and wherefores of washing […]

If you have a disability, travelling is absolutely possible but often takes more time and effort to organise, plan and prepare for. Having travel insurance to cover your trip is important for anyone, although there are particular factors you need to consider if you have additional needs. Make sure you really look into travel insurance […]

The phrase ‘disabled caravan holidays’ doesn’t sound particularly viable, does it? Caravans and tents are known to be generally cramped spaces, and as such you might not think they’re suitable for disabled people. However, when I typed ‘disabled caravan holidays’ into Google, I was really quite impressed by the what I found. This included many […]