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November 27, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a sponsored blog written by Elder for Disabled Living. Physical disabilities can affect a person at any stage of their life – whether it be in their younger years, or as they begin to age. However, having a physical disability should not stop you from living a happy and stable life from the […]
Tags: carer, elderly, home care, live in care, live in carer
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November 18, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a guest blog by Grant from Sterilight Robots. Sterilight Robots was proud to be able to assist Redbank House and Disabled Living with a specialist disinfection using the Model X autonomous robot. It uses high power UV-C bulbs by Phillips and an internal HEPA filter to eliminate bacteria and viruses within the air […]
Tags: covid19
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November 3, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
Disabled Living are pleased to support Disabled Motoring UK’s Baywatch Campaign. Read all about the latest results below. In August, DMUK asked the public to help us with our Baywatch Campaign by completing a survey on their parking experiences over the past 12 months. The results have now been calculated. DMUK would like to thank […]
Tags: blue badge, Disability, disabled parking, supermarket parking, survey
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October 21, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions and Redbank House (part of Disabled Living) are thrilled to be exhibiting at Disability Awareness Day (DAD). We look forward to promoting our services at this online event and will be located on stand M5. Disability Awareness Day (DAD) is recognised as the largest annual event of its kind in the […]
Tags: Disability, disability awareness day, Kidz to Adultz, online event, redbank house, virtual event
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October 13, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a guest blog for Disabled Living written by Peter Wingrave, Sales Director at AAT GB Postural support: it’s one of the biggest headaches for carers and healthcare professionals, how to balance appropriate cushioning with health and wellbeing. Treating pressure sores costs the NHS £1.3m/day(1). Before that stage is reached, how much time do carers- […]
Tags: disabilities, occupational therapists, posture cushion, sensory
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October 8, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
For some individuals, Halloween can pose extra challenges. Although dressing up can often be something to look forward to, itchy seams, tight collars, restrictive masks, or strong-smelling face paint may be unbearable for those with sensory issues. Costumes bought from shops may be particularly uncomfortable. However, making simple sensory-friendly costumes is a great solution for […]
Tags: Autism, costumes, Disability, fancy dress, halloween, sensory
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October 5, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a sponsored post written on behalf of Agincare. As we get older, some of the daily tasks we used to find easy to carry out and take for granted may not be as straightforward anymore. Whether it’s reaching up to find something in a cupboard or making a cup of tea, it’s inevitable […]
Tags: accessible, Dementia, disabled, elderly, home
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August 18, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a sponsored post written by Stoneacre Motor Group. The Motability scheme is relatively unknown to many in Britain, but for more than 600,000 of us, a Motability vehicle is life changing. You probably already see Motability vehicles every day even if you may not realise so and you may certainly know someone who […]
Tags: accessible, cars, Disability, motability, vehicles
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August 6, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a sponsored blog post written by Jorvik Tricycles for Disabled Living. If you have from a disability, you may wonder and worry how you can exercise and stay fit. Fortunately, there are lots of ways that you can get out and about or stay healthy from the comfort of your own home. In […]
Tags: Disability, exercise, fitness, jorvik tricycles, wheelchair
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August 4, 2020 | by Disabled Living | General
This is a guest blog written by Heidi Turner on behalf of DMUK for Disabled Living. DMUK’s Baywatch campaign, which looks into levels of disabled parking abuse at supermarkets, is changing format for 2020. A common problem for many disabled motorists is not being able to park at their desired destination, especially at their local […]
Tags: baywatch, blue badge, disabilities, Disability, disabled parking
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