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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 looking for tools to help them maintain their independence post-discharge. Recently, we spoke to The Stroke Foundation, a non-profit organisation based in the US, set … Read more

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Life After a Serious Injury: Complete Guide to Support, Identity & Recovery

llustration titled "Reconstructing Identity After Injury" showing six pastel-colored flower pots in a left-to-right sequence. Each pot represents a stage of identity rebuilding: Former Self (yellow) – A hand drops seeds into the pot. Text: "Identity before the injury." Explore New Activities (orange) – A watering can pours water. Text: "Find purpose in adapted roles." Connect with Peers (peach) – Sprouts emerge. Text: "Share experiences and reduce isolation." Seek Professional Help (pink) – Small flowers bloom. Text: "Reshape self-image through therapy." Allow Grief (lavender) – More flowers grow. Text: "Mourn the past to build anew." New Self (purple-blue) – Full bloom of flowers. Text: "Reconstructed identity after injury." Dotted lines connect each stage, symbolizing growth and transition.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, picking up the kids, or simply living your day without a care in the world. The next, you’re in hospital—and suddenly, everything feels different. If …

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Watercolour illustration of an urban street scene. A man in a wheelchair looks concerned near a cracked curb with no ramp. A blind man with a white cane stands at a pedestrian crossing that lacks tactile paving or audible signals. A car is parked behind them. The setting includes brick buildings and trees under a cloudy sky

Asserting Your Rights: A Guide to Personal Injury Claims for Disabled People

Watercolour illustration of an urban street scene. A man in a wheelchair looks concerned near a cracked curb with no ramp. A blind man with a white cane stands at a pedestrian crossing that lacks tactile paving or audible signals. A car is parked behind them. The setting includes brick buildings and trees under a cloudy skyEvery 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 that force wheelchair users into traffic to employers who ignore their legal duty to make reasonable adjustments, these incidents aren’t accidents—they’re the predictable result of …

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Can Castor Oil or Cacao Powder Help with Disability-Related Symptoms?

Split-screen graphic showing castor oil products on the left and a cacao drink on the right, with “In-Depth Review” in bold text at the center. Visible text: "CASTOR OIL", "IN-DEPTH REVIEW", "CACAO DRINK"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 mood boosters. Depending on where you look, they’re either miracle cures or total nonsense. I’ve seen both claims pop up in wellness forums, Reddit threads, …

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What Disabled Travellers Should Know About Using eSIMs Abroad

A person at an airport holds a smartphone displaying a signal strength icon above a QR code, showing eSIM activation.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 stay connected without swapping physical cards or searching for local networks: Key Takeaways eSIMs let you connect to local data networks without handling a physical …

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Walk-In Tubs vs. Standard Baths: A No-Nonsense Safety Comparison

Empty hot tub on a balcony overlooking a marina with yachts, hills, and palm trees in the background.  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 thresholds, built-in seats, non-slip floors, and quick-drain systems. Who Benefits Most: People with moderate balance or mobility issues who can still manage a transfer. The Real …

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Weight Loss and Disability: What No One Tells You About Finding Safe, Accessible Support

Fishbone diagram of barriers to exercise for people with disabilities: Physical, Environmental, Medical, and Social.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 designing solutions. Real Stories from Disabled People: Weight Loss and Accessibility Firsthand Experiences from Disabled Communities Reddit communities like r/ChronicIllness and r/Disabled are rich with …

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