Adventures with an Ottobock’s C-Leg 4
A single moment can turn life upside down. Adjusting to living with an amputation can seem like a daunting mountain to climb, but the journey…
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The importance of disability led theatre
Creativity is a wonderful gift and it’s being accessibly shared on stages across Britain. Lorne Gillies stands under the bright stage lights to see how…
The environmental push to remove plastic straws is hurting the disabled community
Around the world there is an increasing surge to remove plastic from daily used items in a bid to help the environment, but at what…
Access the Thrill: Theme Park Tips for Disabled People
The UK is home to dozens of theme parks offering fun days out. Accessing attractions can be a challenge for people with disabilities, but parks…
It’s time to talk about therapy
Adjusting to life after acquiring a disability can be challenging, especially if you feel like there’s no one you can talk to who understands. We…
Return to the assisted dying debate
Nearly two years have passed since Noel Conway ignited the debate on assisted dying. Noel argues that as a terminally ill man he should have…
Disability sport get set, go
As Olivia Newton-John once sang, ‘let’s get physical, physical’ and she was definitely on to something. Exercise is an important part of leading a healthy…
To grow and learn: a carer’s rewarding journey to fostering
Entering the world of fostering can be a whirlwind of excitement and apprehension. Taking the step to foster a child with a disability can be…
Google Assistant will soon be able to make phone calls
Technology has really stepped up its game in the last ten years; especially when it comes to aiding the disabled community. Even more so now…
The importance of discussing depression and disability
Mental health conditions can be debilitating. Depression is one illness that does not discriminate.
Bring me that horizon
Pack your bags and take the passport out of the drawer – it’s holiday time.
The Maori language is starting disability discussions
Talking about disability can, at times, make people feel uncomfortable and worried they will offend. More countries should follow the path of the Maori language…
Disability Confident: the scheme removing barriers to employment
It’s been just over a year since the government’s Disability Confident scheme launched, encouraging employers to up their game and modify their policies to make…
“Labels are for clothes not kids”: River Island’s latest models are children with disabilities
It’s London Fashion Week and as usual there’s been controversy: from the Boston Globe’s breaking story about abusive fashion photographers to fur protestors to concerns…
Changing attitudes
We all have our own unique traits and talents. However, disabled people often have their skills ignored – until now. We find out how social…