New app launches to allow disabled people to review venue accessibility in the UK
A mix between Trustpilot and TripAdvisor, Access Rating is a new app that enables disabled people to review how accessible venues are across the UK.…
Designing an accessible bathroom: The do’s and don’ts
There are many things that need to be considered when designing an accessible bathroom for elderly and disabled people due to it being one of…
New survey finds 46 percent of passengers with reduced mobility feel unable to travel by air
Passengers with reduced mobility are sometimes being left humiliated and physically hurt when travelling through airports, putting them off flying altogether, according to a new…
“Inequality crisis” in the workplace as survey shows over a quarter of UK offices don’t have sufficient access for wheelchair users
A new survey, which went out to more than 1,000 workers across the UK, has revealed that 27 percent of offices don’t have sufficient access…
Contemporary new height-adjustable wash basin with anti-trap sensors launches
The Astor Aquba is the newest innovation in Astor-Bannerman’s height-adjustable basin range, which boasts a stylish and compact frame to give it a contemporary feel.…
Abacus donates power-assisted Scorpio bath for family’s DIY-SOS home conversion
Johanna Lane and partner Will from Bromsgrove have been donated an Abacus specialist bath as part of a BBC TV home transformation so disabled sister…
Independent Living Centre rises from the ashes to showcase modern housing adaptations
Opened by an occupational therapist with over 40 years’ experience of working with disabled people, a new Independent Living Centre in East Anglia will showcase…
Terry Lifts to offer new through-the-floor lifts and discuss OT training opportunities at upcoming OT Show
British lift manufacturer Terry Lifts will be unveiling a new prototype three-door glass lift as well as presenting valuable OT training opportunities at The Occupational…
Stiltz to heighten client well-being and discuss health and safety benefits of homelifts at OT Show
Multi award-winning domestic lift manufacturer Stiltz will educate delegates about the health and safety benefits of homelifts at The Occupational Therapy Show 2019. The OT…
WAV with increased headroom space and six wheelchair positions looks to turn heads at 2019 OT Show
Wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) specialist Lewis Reed will be showcasing the “luxury” Mercedes V-Class Grande on stand G42 at this year’s OT Show and is…