* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators. * * TRIGGER WARNING: Medical Anniversaries. * We all have anniversaries in our calendar that mark an annual occasion, some of which are celebrated, and others commiserated. A medical anniversary marks the year or years following a significant medical-based event such as an […]
Tag Archives: Wheelchair User
Meet Isobel…
* This post is written by our Equipment Case Manager. * Hello! My name is Isobel, and I am the new Case Manager here at Access Your Life. Meaning when you fill in an equipment request or grant assistance form on our website it comes to me, and I can help guide you towards accessing […]
Remap Charity – Emma’s Fix
* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators – it is not sponsored. * My Fix, From First Contact To The Final Solution. In my previous post, I discussed the brilliant work Remap do to create bespoke solutions for disabled people’s everyday problems. My problem was that I frequently found myself in situations where […]
Remap Charity – Introduction
* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators – it is not sponsored. * The Charity That Custom-Makes Equipment To Help Disabled People Live More Independent Lives Remap is a charity that promotes independence by designing and creating bespoke solutions for people living with disabilities experiencing an everyday difficulty or problem, where […]
Advanced Freedom
* This post is written by a guest blogger – it is not sponsored. * My name is Louise Sertsis and I’ve been dealing with physical disability for many years. I am now advocating for the disabled, trying to make society aware that we have the same wants and needs as our able-bodied counterparts. I’ve […]
Disability Pride 2021
* This post has been written by one of our volunteer content creators. * As we reach the end of Disability Pride Month, I was honoured to have been asked by Lauren to reflect on my thoughts regarding this occasion as a disabled person. Disability Pride can often be a really challenging month for people […]
Aritco Home Lifts – Introduction
* This post is kindly sponsored by Aritco. * Aritco was founded in 1995 by four entrepreneurs living just outside of Stockholm. All four had experience in the lift business and understood the need for a new kind of product that was smarter to use and simpler to install, easier to operate and significantly less expensive […]
T-Pull Door Closer – Introduction
* This post is kindly sponsored by T-Pull. * T-Pull door closers were created to solve a particular problem that is faced by wheelchair and mobility aid users across the world – closing a door behind you as you leave a room. Whether you are using an interior or exterior door, it is always a […]
The Little Things
* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators. * Small Changes That Make Everyday Tasks More Manageable As I was preparing my lunch a few days ago I was thinking about how I’ve adapted my kitchen to ensure I avoid serious burns, concussions or other fall based calamities. This then got […]
Shedding The Shame
* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators. * In my years of activity within the disabled community, I see so many aspects of disabled life that are unique to an individual, or a condition, giving a rich insight into the diversity within the community itself. However, it also shows the […]
Mental Health & Self Isolation
For many people living with a disability, the coronavirus outbreak has lead to almost an entire year of self-isolation! Everyone has family and friends they desperately miss, public places they wish to visit and routine health services they long to access again. Meaning it’s understandable if you are struggling to see the positives, and perhaps […]
Mental Health & Chronic Illnesses
* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators. * As we continue to see life around us continue to resemble what is now known as the new ‘normal’, we’re bound to be experiencing a complex array of emotions. Perhaps relief, perhaps dread, maybe even excitement – but as someone living with […]
Trekinetic All Terrain Wheelchairs
* This post is kindly sponsored by Trekinetic. * Trekinetic specialises in the production of ultra-lightweight, manual, and electric wheelchairs designed for everyday use, regardless of the terrain. Founded in 2006 by engineer Mike Spindle, Trekinetic set out to build a brand new type of wheelchair, which has led to them becoming a global leader […]
Loopwheels Classic vs Urban
* This post is kindly sponsored by Loopwheels. * Loopwheels specialise in the design and production of wheelchair wheels with integrated suspension. Instead of using standard spokes, the 3 loops create a self-correcting system. Meanwhile, the spring system between the hub and the rim of the wheel is constantly adjusting to uneven surfaces, cushioning the […]
Disability Pride 2020
July is Disability Pride Month – an occasion designed to end stigmas, raise awareness, and encourage others to accept people living with disabilities as a natural, beautiful part of human diversity. It also coincides with the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act signing in 1990 – a major movement that you can learn more […]
A Taste of Freedom
* This post is written by one of our volunteer content creators. * After beginning self-isolation 9 weeks ago I’m definitely getting cabin-fever. My cat Daisy is a great companion, but I’ve been craving fresh air, green trees, and wide-open spaces. Yesterday I woke up at 5 am so at about 6:30 am, I headed out to […]
