This is a blog we collaborated on for Centre of Ageing Better………..It explains why a disabled and ageing market should be top of the sales/buying agenda for retailers: Throughout history, disabilities have been stigmatised. A lack of understanding and awareness has meant that disabled people have been treated differently or discriminated against which can have…
March Madness free online festival featuring some of the most innovative disabled and non-disabled artists March Madness is a free to attend music festival taking place this Spring Equinox on the 20th March 2021. The online festival will feature an array of disabled and non-disabled music artists, thought leaders, comedians and poets. It’s free so…
How to make your venue more accessible (and why you should) Is your venue accessible to disabled customers? Here are the steps to improve accessibility so you can welcome in everyone In these testing Covid-19 times, can you afford to miss out on business from ‘Purple Pound’ – disabled – customers? Fiona Jarvis, co-founder of…
‘Wheelchair Accessible’ means nothing to someone who has loss of hearing or sight, or cognitive issues – it also prompts questions from wheelchair users as a manual wheelchair is very different to a motorised version. So what is the best way to show access information? How easy is it to create access for all? Here…
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…
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…
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…….
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…