The OT’s Perspective: Young people and the Disabled Facilities Grant
I’ve written before about the role that manufacturers and retailers can play in helping young people with disabilities, but this month I want to talk…
Shocking figures show over 200,000 children on health waiting lists in Ireland
As revealed by RTÉ News, just under 215,000 children are on waiting lists for healthcare services in Ireland, which has been described as an "appalling…
Study shows whole-body vibration significantly improved balance in children with spastic CP compared to core stability program
Published in the journal ScienceDirect, a comparative study has revealed that whole-body vibration was more effective than a core stability program in improving balance in…
Thousands of children put at risk by unlawful block on vital disability equipment, report reveals
New data shared by Newlife the Charity for Disabled Children reveals that more than 300,000 disabled children in the UK are still affected by potentially…
24/7 Changing Places toilet opens to enable access and inclusivity for disabled people
In a bid to become the most accessible science centre experience in the UK, Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium has opened a new registered Changing…
Postural support equipment company nominated for two awards for changing the lives of thousands of disabled children globally
Sheffield-based postural support equipment company Jenx has been shortlisted for two Sheffield Business Awards in recognition of its contribution to helping change the lives of…
New report highlights the integral role OTs play in helping disabled children and young people
The Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) has launched its latest report – Occupational therapy: Unlocking the potential of children and young people – which…
Things to check when specifying height-adjustable wash basins
Choosing the appropriate wash basin for disabled children and adults, as well as wheelchair users, is not necessarily straightforward and there are lots of different…
New report reveals children with SEND are not receiving the support they deserve
While some children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) are receiving high-quality support, many others are not getting the help they should, according to…
Significant Government review into support for children and young people with SEND announced
The Department for Education has announced a major review into improving support for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), building on the Prime…