Celebrating a Milestone for “Wheelchair Pushing Diaries“, I am incredibly excited to share a fantastic milestone for the “Wheelchair Pushing Diaries” playlist on our YouTube channel! I’ve just uploaded our …
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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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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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The Power of Wheelchair Skills Training. Hello everyone, and welcome to the Freedom Wheelchair Skills blog! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s close to our hearts: wheelchair skills training. …
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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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You might have noticed things have been a little quiet on the blog front recently. If you’re a regular reader, you might have even dropped me a message asking if …
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For Christmas this year, our family was gifted a weekend away in Legoland, Windsor. Our children are aged 6 and 12 and so it seemed a perfectly pitched theme park to meet their different needs. We were also excited to test out how accessible the park would be for Rob, a C5/6 incomplete tetraplegic. Booking … Read more
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11 Back-to-School Tips for Autistic Children Back-to-school time can be an exciting yet challenging period for many families who have a child on the autism spectrum. Families can face many emotional, sensory, and practical obstacles during this period. Every autistic child is different, but most autistic children prefer environments which promote predictable structures, clear communication …
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In just a few days, the Wimbledon Tennis Championship begins. Arguably the biggest grass tennis championships in the world, it’s captivating viewing, even if you’re not a regular tennis fan. The wheelchair competition begins around the beginning of July and we can’t wait to watch! If watching Wimbledon inspires you to get involved in tennis, … Read more
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Falls can be serious, but most are preventable. For older people, especially those with mobility issues or health conditions, a slip at home isn’t always “just” a slip. It can mean hospital visits, long recoveries, or unwanted changes to everyday life. But that doesn’t mean falls are inevitable. Many hazards can be avoided with the …
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