Government announces £76 million funding to make homes accessible for disabled and vulnerable people
The Department of Health and Social Care has announced an extra £76 million of yearly funding to makes homes more accessible to people and enable…
Paralympic champion receives support from pressure care solutions provider in her quest for glory
Gerald Simonds is assisting Paralympic gold medallist Karen Darke as she prepares for Tokyo 2020 and her latest Quest79 challenges through providing pressure management solutions.…
Millbrook agrees to additional funding to help mobility equipment backlog
Millbrook Healthcare and NHS Thanet Clinical Commissioning Group (CCG) have agreed that additional funded is needed to tackle the equipment backlog following complaints. On 1st…
Charity’s report outlines lack of access to mobility equipment is leading to isolation
After conducting extensive research, the British Red Cross is calling on the UK Government to introduce a statutory duty for the provision of short-term wheelchairs,…
Prosthetics and orthotics event to focus on improving lifestyle through products and education
Independent event organiser, The Positive Event Partnership, has launched a new annual lifestyle event specifically aimed at prosthetics and orthotics users, presenting a wide range…
New bathroom accessories range to make bathrooms both accessible and stylish
A specialist in accessibility solutions, AKW has launched its new Onyx range of bathroom accessories, designed to be stylish, safe and accessible. The company says…
Accessible bathroom helps man with MS keep independence and style
Despite having Multiple Sclerosis, musician Tom Flynn does not let the condition stop him from being stylish, even in the home. A former member of…
Government’s strategy and multi-million-pound investment to make transport network fully accessible
Released by the Department for Transport on 25th July, the Government has set out plans and a multi-million-pound budget to improve accessibility across all modes…
Disability influencer joins wheelAIR to spread awareness about disability and accessibility
Model, athlete and influencer Samanta Bullock has joined WheelAIR as the company’s second brand ambassador to spread awareness of disability, accessibility and keeping disability products…
New mid-wheel drive powerchair to support a range of medical conditions
Ottobock UK has launched a new addition to its Juvo powered wheelchair range — a mid-wheel drive version, aiming to provide more support and stability…