Back in October a young designer asked which is the one object I’d want to be redesigned as a daily living aid – my response was the shower chair. They are utilitarian and all the same. The Local Authority supplied look like this, But how things have changed as here are some great examples…
Every few weeks we write about new things in the disability world – The ‘D’ List. This time we’re looking at transport & mobility: 1ST Supersmith 3Scooter A new form of 3 wheeled scooter. The 3Scooter is coming in Spring 2026 it uses a patented technology that ‘works to keep you balanced and to reduce…
First published in 2022 these gifts can give you ideas for that disabled person in your life in 2024…………. When it comes to luxury presents at Xmas, guess what, disabled people are no different than anyone else (don’t know why this should be a surprise?). We too want – perfume, candles, CK briefs, cashmere scarves,…
Update August 2024: Two new walkers or rollators, have been brought to our attention………… From Indesmed there are 4 wheeled and two wheeled aluminium walkers that are very light and foldable. Reasonably priced and soon to be available in our online Additi+on store Secondly a neew ergonomic rehabilitation walker that you pull and stay upright…
It’s been a while and the ‘D List’ is back. Here we look at new things in the world of disability. This time there are great things happening in the airline sector, both of which Blue Badge Style have followed and been involved with. We knew things would change, eventually. 1ST Air4All A seat that…
Having problems with carers and yes it is due to BREXIT, has made me hope for the time when robots can do their job, see our previous post on the subject. They may not have the human touch but they preserve your dignity, they’re always there when you need them and no job is too…
UPDATE May 2022: It looks like the Rollermate (as mentioned below) is no longer available from the manufacturer. We did find it on sale here https://dk.gloriamundicare.com/rollermate-g2-basic-albuestok-med-2-hjul-og-taske.html . We would advise that you telephone first before you buy to ensure they actually have one. We also recommend the byAcre walker as it’s very stylish https://www.byacre.com/ ……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….…
The ‘D’ List (See previous ‘D’ Lists), is a look at new and interesting things in the world of disability. To kick off 2022 we look at the makeshift gadgets disabled people modify to meet their needs, a digital fashion experience producing clothes that fit and wear perfectly and a revolutionary & stylish foldable wheelchair.…
Update 2021: The Mantis is not readily available but their new Mobie folding scooter maybe a good replacement? ………………………….. In the ‘D’List we look a new things in the world of disability, see our previous articles. This week we’re looking at a new scooter which looks compact yet sturdy The Monarch Mantis – Substance with…