Thinking about a career in a skilled trade but worried about accessibility? This practical guide for disabled people covers training, tools, workplace accommodations, legal rights, and how to find support that helps you thrive.
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Wondering if you’re missing out on VA benefits? This 2025 guide breaks down the latest rating updates, claim strategies, and overlooked support programs — from Individual Unemployability to Special Monthly Compensation. Get what you’re owed, without the guesswork.
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Key Takeaways – Chrome Learning Tools for Disabled People Area of Support How Chrome Extensions & Tools Help Why It Matters for Disabled & Neurodivergent Students Reading Adjust fonts, colours, and spacing; read text aloud Reduces barriers for students with dyslexia, ADHD, or visual impairments Organisation Save highlights, create mind maps, sync notes across devices …
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Our team have had a pretty busy but lovely summer. Those of us with children have enjoyed slowing down a little at work, to enjoy spending more time with them while they’ve been off school. But there’s a new school year just around the corner for us in the UK. It’s time to get back … Read more
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping healthcare — but for disabled patients, it comes with unique risks and responsibilities. This guide explores how to keep AI in healthcare safe, fair, and accessible for all. From tackling algorithmic bias and protecting sensitive health data to ensuring accessibility by design, discover expert insights and practical safeguards to make AI a tool for inclusion, not exclusion.
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Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is a structured approach commonly used in the U.S. to support Autistic children in developing communication, daily living, and social skills. ABA therapy remains widely used, though it’s not without criticism—particularly from some Autistic adults who question its methods and long-term effects source. While it’s often covered by insurance, actually …
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One of the first questions families ask when planning long-term care is: how much are care home fees? Whether you’re arranging support for yourself or a loved one, it’s important to understand what affects care home costs and what financial help is available. If you’re based in Scotland, local providers such as Homecare Glasgow may …
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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 too. Being part of that journey doesn’t mean having all the answers. Sometimes, just being there, asking the right questions, and offering a bit of …
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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: 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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