Let’s talk about mental health: it’s time to reach out
All week we’ve been discussing mental health ahead of World Suicide Prevention Day on Monday 10 September. Today we focus on the importance of reaching…
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Can Do Sport: the growing trend of powerchair football
Powerchair pioneer, Jon Bolding is using his time as England captain to get more people playing powerchair football. As a Can Do Sport supporter, a…
Let’s talk about mental health: anxiety and panic attacks
September 10 is World Suicide Prevention, but it’s important that we talk about mental health all year round. All week we will be discussing mental health….
Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle taster experiences are coming to One Big Day Peterborough
New for 2018, disabled visitors to the Motability Scheme’s One Big Day event in Peterborough can experience what it’s like to travel in a Wheelchair…
Let’s talk about mental health: bipolar disorder
September 10 is Suicide Prevention Day worldwide, but it’s important that we talk about mental health all year round. All week we will be discussing mental…
Disability Equality Scotland has raised concerns over the lack of public toilets
The decline in the number of public toilets across Scotland risks to discriminate against disabled people says charity, Disability Equality Scotland. MAINTAINED Scottish charity, Disability…
Disability representation in the media fails again as non-disabled actor cast as Elephant Man
An upcoming BBC drama adaptation of the Elephant Man is being heavily criticised for casting a non-disabled actor as the lead part. CASTING Stranger Things…
Nearly half of disabled people say they feel excluded from society
Recent figures reveal that 49 per cent of disabled people feel excluded from society in their day-to-day lives. REPORT Disability charity Scope recently launched their…
Celebrities join thousands of disabled people for full-throttle sporting Superhero Tri challenge
This weekend saw celebrities, Paralympians and military heroes come together to celebrate inclusive sport during the Superhero Tri challenge. Leading charity, Leonard Cheshire was just…
New horizons with Allied Motability Horizon wheelchair accessible car
For Paul Di Giacomo and his partner Karen, Allied Mobility was already a name they were familiar with. As avid holiday goers, they first hired…
Talking tank tops with Robert White
Quick witted, charismatic, and never short of a joke, Robert White is getting the recognition he deserves and changing the face of Asperger’s. The comedian…
Airport accessibility for autistic child means he can go on holiday again
Going on holiday is a thrilling time full of anticipation waiting to explore a new country or simply enjoy some sun. However, travelling with a…
Leading Lady Parts left out disability in short film about discrimination
The advent of #MeToo and #TimesUp and worldwide awareness of harassment and discrimination, particularly in the entertainment industry, has hit a lot of headlines recently….
NHS England is set to make autism and learning disability a priority over next ten years
The news that NHS England is preparing to make learning disabilities and autism a clinical priority has been positively received from organisations and the public…
Five top tips for planning a test drive at One Big Day Harrogate
Taking a test drive is the best way to become familiar with a vehicle and find out if it is suitable for your needs. Did…