Whether you’re a driver or not, it’s not much of a secret that driving is a very complex task, both mentally and physically. It’s no different for disabled drivers, but we do have a whole lot of unique challenges to overcome, even before we sit behind the wheel. To be completely honest, I’m not a […]

Patient Hoists come in many shapes and sizes; however, their basic design has not changed since they were introduced by Lord Armstrong, the famous British Industrialist in 1845. It would be some time before the basic design we know today would be introduced and used for lifting people as a patient hoist. When to hoist? […]

A device used to move a patient from place to place is important. Therefore, when choosing a hoist and sling it is important to be aware of what is available and the factors you need to take into consideration before making your selection. Hoists There are several different types of hoists all designed for people […]

As a wheelchair user, the time may come when you have to choose which wheelchair ramps for cars may be the best for you to use. There are several factors to consider. In this article, we will break down the major questions you should ask yourself (and the dealer) about wheelchair ramps for cars. The […]

Like all other members of the public, a wheelchair user should not have opportunities restricted by access.  In fact, rather than living in a culture that labels people disabled we should in fact instead be labelling the environment disabling. When considering the environment and wheelchair access we normally use building design, ramping, and the Disability […]

Being a wheelchair user should not have to restrict your travel opportunities.  If using a Transit Wheelchair there are some quite simple ways in which journeys, regardless of length, destination or mode of transport can be made hassle free.     What is a Transit wheelchair? A Transit Wheelchair, or sometimes known as a transport […]