A quick update on the Trabasack Curve The Trabasack Curve has been our most popular model for a long time, so we know it’s frustrating to see it marked as out of stock. Demand rose sharply in the run-up to Christmas, and that surge came just as we were already finalising our next production run. […]
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Important: This article applies specifically to the United States Social Security disability benefits system (SSI and SSDI). If you are in the UK or another country, different rules and procedures will apply to your disability benefits claims. UK readers should refer to information about Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Universal Credit (UC), or Employment and …
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Online therapy is often described as more accessible than in-person support, but disabled people’s experiences in the UK show a more complicated picture. For some, remote sessions remove barriers around travel, energy, and rigid appointment systems. For others, digital exclusion, inaccessible platforms, cost, and a lack of disability-aware therapists create new obstacles. This article looks …
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I first started thinking seriously about collagen when my wife decided to try a supplement with a thick, almost gloopy texture. She stuck with it for several months, hoping it might ease some long-standing stomach issues. Despite her daily drink and the expense (!), it didn’t make much of a difference — but the whole …
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Indoor air quality affects health, energy, and daily functioning, yet it often goes unnoticed. For many disabled people, spending long periods indoors means polluted air can quietly worsen respiratory symptoms, fatigue, pain, and cognitive fog. This article explains why indoor air quality matters more for disabled households, what typically pollutes the air inside homes, and …
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Relocating to the UK while managing a disability affects far more than the logistical side of moving. For many families, the process determines access to care, stability and long-term wellbeing. When employment is the route that enables a family to settle in the UK, workplace accessibility becomes closely linked to immigration decisions, daily routines and …
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A Guide to Braving a Cold, Wet Winter Day When rolling through the rain. There is a certain sound that wheelchair users know all too well: the rhythmic squelch-slap of …
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Becoming a carer often happens quickly, without much time to prepare. Realistic planning helps new carers understand what support is needed, what they can safely provide, and what resources can help them—from support networks to protective measures like insurance and self-care strategies. By setting clear expectations early and planning for risks such as burnout and …
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It feels like we say this to each other every year – but this year has been busy! On both a work and personal front for many of our team, 2025 has flown by! New products, new staff, new purchases – as well as a couple of house moves, an engagement and a wedding! Product … Read more
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Keeping a home clean is often described as an everyday task, yet for many disabled people in London it can become physically unsafe, exhausting, or simply unmanageable. This guide looks at why accessible home cleaning support matters, what help is available, how it can be funded, and what to look for in a disability-aware cleaning …
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