Supporting a Parent Through the Dental Implant Process
If your mum or dad is thinking about getting dental implants, it can be a lot to take in. There’s the decision-making, the appointments, the recovery, and the emotional side …
The Stroke Foundation – Supporting Stroke Survivors
At Active Hands we are delighted to support people with a range of different conditions affecting their hand function. We know that a lot of our customers are stroke survivors …
Life After a Serious Injury: Complete Guide to Support, Identity & Recovery
Life After a Serious Injury: Your Complete Guide to Support, Recovery, and Moving Forward Life can change in the time it takes to blink. One moment you’re heading to work, …
Asserting Your Rights: A Guide to Personal Injury Claims for Disabled People
Every year, thousands of disabled people across the UK suffer preventable injuries due to inaccessible environments, workplace negligence, and systemic failures to meet basic safety standards. From dangerous road layouts …
Can Castor Oil or Cacao Powder Help with Disability-Related Symptoms?
Castor Oil and Cacao Powder: faddy trends or genuine helpers? Castor oil and cacao powder have been trending on tiktok and instagram lately, hailed as everything from detox staples to …
Celebrating a Milestone for “Wheelchair Pushing Diaries”
Celebrating a Milestone for “Wheelchair Pushing Diaries“, I am incredibly excited to share a fantastic milestone for the “Wheelchair Pushing Diaries” playlist on our YouTube channel! I’ve just uploaded our …
What Disabled Travellers Should Know About Using eSIMs Abroad
If you rely on your phone for directions, messages, or support while you’re away from home, losing signal can quickly derail your plans. eSIMs offer a more reliable way to …
Walk-In Tubs vs. Standard Baths: A No-Nonsense Safety Comparison
Key Takeaways Main Safety Risks: Standard tubs are an accident waiting to happen with their high walls, slippery surfaces, and zero built-in support. Walk-In Advantages: They promise safety with low …
Unleash Your Independence:
The Power of Wheelchair Skills Training. Hello everyone, and welcome to the Freedom Wheelchair Skills blog! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s close to our hearts: wheelchair skills training. …
Weight Loss and Disability: What No One Tells You About Finding Safe, Accessible Support
Many weight loss plans overlook barriers disabled people face. Physical obstacles like limited mobility create problems. Social exclusion and inaccessible environments block access. They rarely centre disabled people’s insights when …