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Entertainment & Culture

Netflix Shows with Disabled Actors and Characters – updated for 2024

30/05/2024

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We roundup eight of the best TV shows and films with disabled actors and characters available on the Netflix streaming…

Work & Education

13 disabled scientists you should explore and discover

23/05/2024

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We share 10 disabled scientists you should explore and discover, including physicists Stephen Hawking and Albert Einstein.

Entertainment & Culture

20 books with a disabled character as the lead or focus of the story

16/03/2024

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a diverse array of books on a wooden bookshelf in a well-lit, cozy room. Each book's spine is visible, featuring vibrant colors and designs that hint at stories of disabled characters without using stereotypical symbols. The room is filled with warmth, indicated by soft lighting and plants adding a touch of nature. A comfortable armchair is positioned next to the shelf with a floor lamp over it,

It's rare that you see a disabled character in a novel, let alone as the lead. Our writer, Raya, rounds…

Lifestyle

The Coaching and Therapy People: providing life coaching solutions for disabled people

28/02/2023

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The Coaching and Therapy People provides personalised life coaching and therapy solutions to individuals with disabilities.

Assistive Tech & Products

ZipOns: adapted trousers to help you dress easier and be freer

04/11/2022

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Four people - two children (a boy and girl) and two adults (a man and women) - wearing BeFree ZipOn adaptive trousers sitting and kneeling smiling at the camera

Find out more about ZipOns adapted trousers that make dressing easier if you have a disability, limited mobility or are…

Wellbeing & Fitness

5 self-care tips: how to manage difficult days if you have a disability or health condition

22/09/2022

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A white sign in a wooden frame that says 'Self care isn't selfish'. It's on a pink background with the shadow of a plant

If you have a disability or health condition, these 5 self-care tips will help you to manage those difficult days…

Lifestyle

Breaking down taboos around disability and periods

15/09/2022

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A calendar showing a month with 7 days marked in red and a sanitary towel next to it

Our writer, Emma Purcell, speaks to the disability community to find out their experiences living with periods.

Lifestyle

8 myths about living with urinary catheters busted

31/08/2022

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Myths and reality written in green and red on a tablet lying on a table next to a white cup of coffee and a stylus. There are other words around myth and reality, including logic, fiction, information, proof and false

Our writer, Emma Purcell – who was fitted with a catheter in 2018 – debunks 8 myths about living with…

Lifestyle

Social Media – can it be a force for good and a lifeline for disabled people?

09/07/2022

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The power of social media for disabled people

Disability blogger, Rebecca Sullivan, who runs the blog From This Window, went to find out if social media can be…

Lifestyle

What Disability Pride Month means to me

29/06/2022

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Rebecca with brown hair wear a colourful dress with a with polo, red shoes and a colourful beaded necklace. She sits in her wheelchair, with rainbow spoke guards, with her arms raised above her head. Rebecca is in the garden surrounded by flowers.

Disability blogger, Rebecca Sullivan, shares what Disability Pride Month means to her – how it helps her acknowledge her differences,…

Tips For Improving Safety in a Home For Older Parents
As people age, their mobility and awareness can decline, so it is really important to make sure that their living environment is safe and comfortable. Accidents at home are common among older people, and taking a few simple steps can help to reduce the risks. As my parents and in-laws have aged, I’ve helped them The post Tips For Improving Safety in a Home For Older Parents appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
5 Key Reasons to Consider a Personal Alarm for Older People Living Alone
In this article by Sarah Ball of Home Help 24/7 we will talk about fall alarms and the five main reasons to get a personal alarm for an older person who lives alone. Personal alarms are not just for emergencies; they help give peace of mind, safety, and confidence to both older people and their The post 5 Key Reasons to Consider a Personal Alarm for Older People Living Alone appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster
Discover the best drinks holder for disabled people, including the CouchCoaster and TableCoaster, designed to provide stability, prevent spills, and promote independence. The post Best Cup Holder for Disabled People: A Review of CouchCoaster and TableCoaster appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly
Discover how to make Halloween more sensory-friendly for neurodivergent children. Learn practical tips to create a fun and accessible celebration that caters to their needs The post 5 Ways to Make Halloween More Sensory-Friendly appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help
Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help Expert Help with Filling in Your PIP Form: Tips and Tools to Simplify the Process Applying for Personal Independence Payment (PIP) can be overwhelming, especially with the complexity of the PIP form. If you’re looking for help filling in a PIP form The post Personal Independence Payment (PIP) Applications: How the PIP Form Writer GPT Can Help appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.