Ever dreamt of racing cars, but thought your disability would slam the brakes on the dream? Christopher Carter, who lives with cerebral palsy, felt the same but didn’t hit pause. Instead, it fueled his fire to chase the dream of being a racing driver. Hi, my name is Christopher Carter and I’m a first-time contributor …
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Blue Badge Style celebrates places that are both accessible and stunning, and they’ve designed a chic cup holder named DRINK, perfect for those using wheelchairs and mobility scooters. Readers of Disability Horizons can enjoy a 15% discount! We all know how ugly mobility and assistive aids can be. That’s why Fiona Jarvis, founder of Blue …
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Photography often sparks passion, serving as a powerful means to shift views on disability too. Disabled photographer Alessandro Capoccetti shares his journey, his love for capturing moments, and his role in a documentary enlightening people about the vibrant, fulfilling lives lived by disabled individuals. These stories champion the idea that, much like a lens bringing …
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Our writer, Emma Purcell – who was fitted with a catheter in 2018 – debunks 8 myths about living with catheters.
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Registrations have opened for the British Blind Sport National Youth Swimming Gala in Solihull on 7th March 2020. This annual event allows blind and VI children to compete and enjoy swimming activities.
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Paralympic swimmer Ellie Simmonds – who has a form of dwarfism – is set to take part in the new series of Strictly Come Dancing.
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Lost Voice Guy and Bake Off stars among many others are teaming up with Mencap to host a virtual Big Family Christmas Party for people with a learning disability and their friends and family on Thursday 17th December.
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Dating isn’t often straightforward, and having a disability can make it even trickier. It definitely takes time and energy, with some awkward and funny moments along the way. But with a bit of luck and a good sense of humour, anyone can discover that thing everyone longs for… love. This single disabled lad in his …
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This September the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park will host the World Para Swimming Championships. From the 9th to 15th of September you can watch para swimming for as little as £1.
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Carla King, who has journeyed through Multiple Sclerosis for 15 years, knows a thing or two about hurdles in the workplace. A seasoned Career Coach, she’s been a guiding light for folks facing challenges like disability disclosure and workplace adjustments. Her insights offer a helping hand to anyone grappling with the often daunting task of …
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