Disability blogger, Rebecca Sullivan, shares what Disability Pride Month means to her – how it helps her acknowledge her differences, reduce stigmas and bring about change.
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Our Mountain Trike Products come with a seat strap as standard, however some of our riders may need additional postural support from the use of a harness.
This week, I’ve brought my toddler to stay with my mum and dad while our older son goes on a boys’ adventure with Dad. While here, I get the golden opportunity to sit back and observe my little one play, rather than being actively involved in the game. And what I’ve observed is that she …
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Caz, who has ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, shares 4 things to remember when pacing yourself to help manage chronic illness, fatigue or pain.
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I write blogs for several reasons. I don’t want to bang on about being disabled and saying, ‘look what I can do!’ Firstly, I don’t mean to big up my …
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Organising and planning an accessible holiday can be stressful, challenging and complex at times. Thankfully, award-winning disability travel blogger Carrie-Ann Lightley shares her top tips for surviving accessible travel.
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I receive referrals for wheelchair skills training and peer support from Solicitors, Physios, Case Managers and Occupational Therapists. Occasionally, I get the chance to attend a company training day and …
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Martin Hibbert, who was seriously injured in the Manchester Arena bombing has completed his charity climb up Mount Kilimanjaro. Martin Hibbert from Chorley, Lancashire, was one of the closest people to the bomb to survive the 2017 blast but was left paralysed from the waist down. He used a specially-adapted wheelchair – a Mountain Trike, as he spent five days scaling Africa’s highest mountain in Tanzania. Martin’s Mountain Trike adapted and colour matched to his beloved Manchester United FC Mr Hibbert said he was “so proud” and was a “different person” now. He is raising funds for the Spinal Injury Association and hopes to get £1m. Speaking to BBC Breakfast after he got to the summit, he said: “I could just see the sign at the top, I did not know whether to laugh or cry. “It is such a relief to have get there and know we’ve done…
We recommend 5 accessible holiday destinations in Europe you should visit this summer, whether it’s relaxing on the beach, exploring historical attractions or indulging in some delicious European cuisine. Plus, check out how Starling Bank’s debit card can help you travel with ease.
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Check out these 5 awkward things not to say to a disabled person when travelling – and discover how many have been said to you.
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