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Entertainment & Culture

Alex Brooker: disabled journalist, comedian and co-host on The Last Leg

20/03/2024

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Alex Brooker in a black jacket viewed from the side looking into the distance

We speak to disabled TV presenter, journalist and comedian Alex Brooker. He is best known for being co-host on the…

Assistive Tech & Products

Open Bionics: how one mum regained independence after losing all four limbs

24/09/2021

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Susan Neil in her wheelchair with a pink Open Bionics prosthetic arm and her two children all wearing face masks

Find out how Open Bionics' prosthetic arm helped mum of five Susan to regain her independence after losing all four…

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Jonnie’s Blade Camp: Discovering young amputee’s sporting potential

27/08/2021

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Jonnie Peacock on Jonnie's Blade Camp

Paralympic champion Jonnie Peacock stars in two-part documentary called Jonnie's Blade Camp where he works with five young amputees to…

Assistive Tech & Products

A complete guide to bionic legs and feet

01/02/2021

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Bionic Legs and Feet Standing on a rock

Bionics For Everyone provides information on the latest bionic technology for legs and feet that can support people with disabilities…

Assistive Tech & Products

A complete guide to bionic arms and hands

21/01/2021

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Child with a white bionic arm

Bionics For Everyone has the latest information on advanced technology to excel the independence of amputees and people with disabilities.

Entertainment & Culture

Paul Carter: journalist and senior producer with a disability for the BBC

27/09/2019

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Paul Carter posing by a billboard

We speak to Paul Carter, journalist and senior producer for the BBC, about living life with prosthetic limbs and short…

Entertainment & Culture

This is Not a Safe Space: a show about the truth of disability in the modern world

19/03/2018

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Amputee Jackie Hagan on stage in wheelchair

Award-winning poet and performer Jackie Hagan’s latest show, This is Not a Safe Space, explores the impact of benefit cuts…

Entertainment & Culture

Are you excited about Jonnie Peacock being on Strictly Come Dancing?

12/10/2017

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Jonnie Peacock on Strictly Come Dancing

Have you been watching Strictly Come Dancing? Are you one of the many superfans? Disability Horizons writer Carrie Aimes certainly…

Making the web easier to read for everyone!
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Light Switch Extender for Wheelchair Users
Discovering the Switch Assist I’m always looking for products that can make life easier and help people be more independent. That’s why I was excited to discover Switch Assist, a simple yet effective solution for controlling light switches. This innovative product is another weapon in the armoury for many disabled people, especially those who are The post Light Switch Extender for Wheelchair Users appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Top Tips for Sourcing Home Care for People With Rare Diseases
Rare Disease Day 2024 is on 29 February, to take part this year we have asked Chris Williams to write a post for us: Chris Williams is the Managing Director of Tiggo Care, an award-winning home care business supporting adults living in London. He has a BA in Human Sciences from Oxford University and an The post Top Tips for Sourcing Home Care for People With Rare Diseases appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Euan’s Guide Access Survey 2023 Highlights the Need for Better Toilets
Accessible Toilets: Unlock the Access Each year, The Euan’s Guide Access Survey collects insights from disabled people, highlighting different issues of concern. It’s a key tool for improving access by revealing where facilities fall short. In this post we will focus on the issue of venues with inadequate toilet facilities. Accessible toilets are more The post Euan’s Guide Access Survey 2023 Highlights the Need for Better Toilets appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Visting Dubai as a Disabled Person – Dubai disabled visitor guide
How Dubai Is More Accessible for People with Disabilities “Are you a disabled person who is thinking of visiting Dubai? We asked local expert Eng. Ray Gilani, the CEO of Gilani Mobility in Dubai to help us with some tips and resources.” In recent years, Dubai emerged as an example of progress and innovation, not The post Visting Dubai as a Disabled Person – Dubai disabled visitor guide appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.