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Wellbeing & Fitness

Is it OK for disabled people to have suicidal thoughts?

09/05/2024

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Discussing suicidal thoughts can be challenging for any person but even more so if you have a disability or long-term…

Wellbeing & Fitness

5 high-profile disabled people share their mental health journeys

09/02/2022

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Five high-profile disabled people share their mental health journeys as part of Spokz People's wellbeing programme.

Wellbeing & Fitness

How you can look after your mental wellbeing as a disabled person

11/11/2021

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Five women sat around a table outside - one wheelchair user, one using a stick, one visually impaired and one with a proshthetic limb all of different nationalities

We speak to Mel Halacre, the founder of Spokz People, a mental health and wellbeing platform for disabled people and…

Wellbeing & Fitness

How to beat the winter blues if you have a disability or health condition

07/11/2021

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Here at Disability Horizons, we share different ways you can beat the winter blues if you have a disability or…

Entertainment & Culture

Disabled filmmaker wins award in Best Shorts Film Competition

03/06/2020

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Disabled filmmaker Stephanie-Casttelete-Tyrrell has won a prestigious award for her documentary Muscle Warriors at the Best Shorts Film Competition.

Wellbeing & Fitness

Ultimate guide to vitamins and minerals to support well-being – whatever your disability

22/09/2019

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Mixed fruit in two heart-shaped dishes on a wooden table

Vitamins and minerals are important for everyone, but this is particularly the case if you're disabled or have a long-term…

Lifestyle

6 ways to stay warm and well this winter if you have a disability

05/11/2018

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Mug of hot coffee being held by hands in wollen gloves

Winter inevitably means freezing temperatures and nasty colds for everyone. But if you’re disabled, the effects can often be felt…

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.
New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World
Understanding the New EHRC Guidance on Reasonable Adjustments for Disabled Employees The Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) has recently published new guidance to help employers understand their legal obligations and the steps they can take to support disabled employees, especially in hybrid working environments. This guidance comes as a crucial resource for organizations The post New EHRC Guidance: How Employers Can Support Disabled Employees in a Hybrid Work World appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.
Decline in Accessible Black Cabs
London’s Accessible Transport Crisis: Decline in Black Cabs Puts Mobility at Risk A sharp decline in wheelchair-accessible black cabs in London has raised alarm among disability advocates ahead of a key London Assembly meeting. The Disability Power 100, led by Founding Editor Dom Hyams, urges London Assembly members to confront Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport The post Decline in Accessible Black Cabs appeared first on Disability Horizons Shop.