We’ve previously written about gardening tips for people with disabilities so it’s good to know that Gardener’s World presenter, Mark Lane, has similar tips, plus more, in this article. Including: Getting to know your body, abilities and possible limitations Finding your perfect garden style (from seaside-inspired to sensory) The benefit of raised beds and elevated…
This is our occasional series looking at new designs and products for disabled people. It has to be occasional as not much changes with regard to design and disability!?? this time we’ve come across some new innovations prompted by our readers questions……. 1ST A Folding Wheelchair That Reinvents The Wheel – Revolve Air Revolve Air…
Update Dec. 2020: This article from dwell of ‘9 Inspiring Accessible Homes That Champion Inclusive Design’, exemplifies how you can make a home accessible and stylish so we thought we should add to this blog. They also refer to the home designed by Frank Lloyd Wright in 1949. How things have progressed?!?! Here’s an example…
The COVID19 Pandemic has lead to many changes in our lives, from social distancing to face masks and to increased isolation. Here, we take a look at the ingenious solutions the pandemic has generated, particularly for disabled people. From futuristic to downright wacky: For those who rely on personal assistance services, the COVID-19 lockdown is…
Finding accessible housing is difficult especially with ageing housing stock. Here are some tips to make the process easier: Renting or Buying a Property with Disabled Access Are you looking for a disabled-friendly property that will provide comfort and independence? When buying or renting a property, you may want a modern home with full…
As always the news moves fast so just to remind you of the efforts of Captain Tom Moore back in april/May when he raised £40m+ for the NHS by walking with a rollator up and down his driveway. A magnificent effort showing how disability, however temporary, can be used for good and resulted in a…
Update September 202o: In light of latest govt. advice on the limits of 6 people meeting – ‘the rule of 6’ -, 1m+ apart and face masks we thought we should re publish this advice on face masks……….. …………………………………………………………………………………………. It looks like we’re going to be living with Covid 19 &/or other virus mutations for…
Six Financial Advice for Making Necessary Home Adjustments. There is a big difference between home improvement and home adjustments. In the first, the changes are typically for aesthetic purposes. You want to change around your kitchen and modernise it because you enjoy how the modern aesthetic looks. When you need to make an adjustment, however,…
In previous posts we’ve not discussed the hidden advantages of installing a lift, beyond improving accessibility for a disabled member of a household. Where access is difficult then a stair lift can be seen as the cheaper option but not everyone can transfer easily to these and they can be unsightly – they’re an obvious…