lived experience

Assistive Tech & Products

Creatine and Healthy Ageing: Evidence-Based Support for Disabled People and Carers

10/10/2025

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A friendly, flat cartoon illustration showing a middle-aged carer smiling while holding a water bottle with a creatine scoop beside it. Behind them, a subtle split scene shows their dual roles — on one side, helping a disabled family member at home; on the other, working on a laptop at the Disability Horizons Shop.

I’ve found creatine really helpful in my daily life, both as a carer and as someone managing the physical and…

Work & Education

Age Appropriate or Person Appropriate?

08/10/2025

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Flat cartoon illustration of a woman standing on a train wearing a long pink tulle skirt, smiling warmly at a young girl seated nearby. The woman holds a rail with one hand and extends the other toward the girl, who looks up at her with admiration. Other passengers, including an older man with a cane, sit nearby. The scene is set against a warm beige background with simple navy and brown details, creating an inclusive and optimistic mood.

After the recent loss of sensory education pioneer Flo Longhorn, many of us have found ourselves reflecting on the values…

Wellbeing & Fitness

Can Castor Oil or Cacao Powder Help with Disability-Related Symptoms?

29/07/2025

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Split-screen graphic showing castor oil products on the left and a cacao drink on the right, with “In-Depth Review” in bold text at the center. Visible text: "CASTOR OIL", "IN-DEPTH REVIEW", "CACAO DRINK"

Castor Oil and Cacao Powder: faddy trends or genuine helpers? Castor oil and cacao powder have been trending on tiktok…