Martyn Sibley founder of Disability Horizons and Accommable (now AirBnB) inteviews me on why Blue Badge Style came about, all things stylish, accessibility, the Blue Badge Access Awards and disabled loos. Give it a listen…….
It looks like we’re going to be living with Covid 19 &/or other virus mutations for the foreseeable so in this special ‘D’ List – New Things in the World of Disability, we thought we’d look at current and future Personal Protection ideas , starting with masks, now that everyone has had a taste of…
Every year we post an update on great places or events to visit at Easter with or without a disability. During the Coronavirus Pandemic being housebound is the new normal (for all) and there are virtual experiences popping up all over the place from theatre to opera to museums along with the usual wannabe stars…
Whilst The Blue Badge Access Awards are on hold during the Covid 19 Pandemic, you can still nominate your favourite accessible venue for an award, please do so here. We also call on designers and architects to examine and improve the accessibility of buildings when they have time on their hands in ‘lock down’. Imagine…
The Maris Practice a local alternative therapy resource sent me this very useful advice and I wanted to pass it on. In particular the hypnotherapist has given some stress relieving therapy that I’ve used and found relevant in this disturbing time…… In these stressful times I thought it would be helpful to remind you about…
Update 16.03.2020: CoVid19, Additional Cleaning & Disabled Isolation Additional NHS advice has been added to the list of preventative actions – ‘Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces’. This is especially relevant if you use mobility aids. I am washing my wheelchair regularly with sterilising fluid diluted with water 3:5. The rims, handles and…
The ‘D’ List looks at new things in the world of disability. This time it’s fashion for people who need clothes that are easier to wear and more ‘comfortable’ – although Vivienne Westwood did say ‘fashion is not about comfort’!? We’ve written many times about adaptive fashion and how to buy from the High Street.…
Although unseasonably mild in the UK at the moment, you can be sure there’ll be cold weather on the way. So, here are some practical & stylish tips to help you prepare if you lack full mobility ………. First some practicalities: Emergency Supplies. BBS have just hosted a Xmas ‘Space’ Party and wanted to decorate…
The 2019 Blue Badge Access Awards held on 7th October attracted some notable press: iNews Concentrated on the Ludicrous Loo Award won by the Beachside Grill at the Sands Hotel, Saunton. Used as a cleaning cupboard as well as a toilet. They’ve promised to better so if anyone goes there please report back! Scottish Field…