The ‘D’ List highlights new things in the world of disability. This season we’ve researched equipment for those people who are ambulant disabled and need mobility assistance. We take a look at stylish, fashionable & cool, canes, crutches and walkers. 1ST Cool Crutches. These colourful crutches are available in a myriad of designs and can be customised…
We recently visited two iconic London venues and for once a Grade II listed building has been refurbished with disabled people in mind. That is Kettner’s, a well known landmark in Soho, founded in 1867 by Auguste Kettner, chef to Napoleon III and it was one of the first French restaurants in London. The building is…
March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness month, yes another day/month to celebrate or be aware?? But whether you have Cerebral Palsy or not you’ll find this resonates. I for one have experienced at least No.1 in the list…….Let us know your experiences and we’ll compile a further list, contact us at info@bluebadgestyle.com. Being pushed without being…
Last year the Dorsett Hotel won a BBS Award as Best (Accessible) Venue in a Listed Building and here they receive it at their Grade II Listed hotel in Shepherd’s Bush London. Proving that Listed Buildings can be accessible too!! Every year we host The BLADES – The BBS Awards – celebrating exceptional venues that…
In our regular look at cool things is the world of disability – The ‘D’ List – we recently reviewed modern and stylish improvements to your home if you’re a disabled or less able person. Although we don’t endorse Trinity Living products we thought the checklist below was a good idea if you’re in need of…
Update 2018: Correction to the article below, the World Disability Billiards and Snooker Association do have a tournament once a year that includes wheelchair and other players. A once a year tick for inclusion!! …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. Update 2017: Here’s a company that supplies equipment for disabled Billiards players, particularly those that only use one arm. It…
Update 2018: Take a look at the ADDITI+ON SHOP for some new stylish walking sticks, including Guinsticks made of hazel and holly. You can also find the Armani of crutches in the shop………… ……………………………………………………………………………………….. Update Sept. 2015: The German Crutch Co. seems to have disappeared and the Ossenberg Crutch can now be purchased direct from their website or via Mobility…
Further to a previous article I’ve now taken TGA WHILL, the new style electric wheelchair, for a serious test – a trip to Kew Gardens. This may seem sedate but believe me, travelling over the pavements of Kew Bridge were definitely a test! It started with trying to reverse out of the lift at BBS Towers…
Last year at NAIDEX, the disability equipment show in Birmingham, Fiona, Founder of Blue Badge Style, spoke about the importance of style when understanding the needs of someone with a disability. It never ceases to amaze that medical professionals don’t see this as a critical factor in a person’s well being! This is very much…