Blue badges enable people to park in spaces reserved for people with disabilities. In this article, find out more about a blue badge, who is eligible for one, and how to get your own. What is a blue badge? A blue badge is an aid put in place for disabled people or those with a […]
In this guest blog by Autability, learn about why preconceptions about screen time can be harmful, and the uses and benefits of screens for children with autism, and their families. The question of screen time and people with autism Screen time. A topic we hear about a LOT in parenting. Some people see it as […]
In this guest blog by Disabled Motoring UK, we learn about their excellent campaign to stop the misuse and abuse of disabled parking spaces, Baywatch 2021. Baywatch is supported by Baroness Grey-Thompson. The issue of disabled bay enforcement A common problem for many disabled motorists is not being able to park at their desired destination. […]
For Autism Awareness Month, Disabled Living’s contributing writer, Joanna Grace, shares her experience of lockdown, including some of her personal silver-linings in the last year. My father’s nickname for my mother is Pollyanna. He has named her after the child in the book of the same name written by E.H. Porter who always sought out […]
limbA consortium of UK charities working to support children, young people and adults with limb loss or difference have joined forces to celebrate and promote Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month this April. #LLLDAM The COVID -19 pandemic has had a disproportionate impact on persons with a disability, resulting in increased isolation and loneliness, […]
This is a guest blog for Disabled Living written by Joanna Grace from The Sensory Projects. It has been written in Joanna’s perspective around the pandemic and her thoughts on sensory wellness, inspired by people with profound disabilities. As lockdown began, many people with profound and multiple learning disabilities who had been used to leading […]
This is a blog by WashPod, A Solution for Dignity Access for Disabled Living. The new Compact WashPod is the smallest in the range of plug ‘n play, temporary disabled wetrooms and it is designed for the most limited spaces. The Compact WashPod will be the answer for many people needing at-home disabled bathing where […]
As Mother’s Day approaches, you may be stuck wondering what to get your Mother to say a little thank you. If your Mother is elderly or has some mobility issues, then why not consider taking a look at Disabled Living’s online shop? From cosy slippers to memory boxes, we have picked out some of our […]
This blog was written by Disabled Living’s Occupational Therapist, Jayne Watson. A lot of jobs require you to keep up to date with regular training. However, the type of training may differ depending on the organisation. Is E-learning the only approach that is expected of you to keep up to date with ongoing changes? Do […]
This is a guest blog post written by Ellie for Disabled Living. England boasts many world-famous attractions. For people with limited mobility or accessibility needs, finding access to ramps, lifts, toilets and other concerns are huge considerations. With some planning, people with disabilities can still visit a lot of fantastic attractions in the UK. To […]
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