Many people know that the Motability Scheme can allow recipients of certain mobility allowances to lease a new car or wheelchair-accessible vehicle, however, fewer people are aware that if you receive an appropriate allowance you may be eligible to get a brand-new scooter from Snowdrop Independent Living. A mobility scooter might be the right choice
Whilst most people love to have a day out of the house, planning a trip can be much more difficult when you have to take accessibility into consideration. However, this doesn’t need to be a reason shy away from an experience that should be enjoyed by everyone, and following these simple tips can help to
The school holidays are here, and with the weather being as lovely as it is, you’ll likely want to get out of the house for some fresh air and some quality time with family and friends. It can be hard to know where to go that is easily accessible for people with disabilities or that
However long you’ve been living in your current home, whether it’s been most of your life or you’ve just moved in, you’re more than likely happy with your home, especially if you live near or next to your family and friends. You’ll almost certainly not want to be forced to move into a care home
Having just presented ‘Meet the Devotees’ for BBC3, a documentary that explores the trials, tribulations, empowerment and exploitation that often occurs when dating with a disability, I’ve seen my fair share of fairytale endings and relationships that go up in smoke (and I’ve had them myself!). The sex and relationships game is a tough one
Sufferers of chronic conditions such as arthritis, asthma, back pain and circulation problems can often find their conditions become more debilitating in the colder damp weather. An adjustable bed can make life more comfortable and can also alleviate the conditions by enabling better positioning. It is often a great aid to getting in and out
All Wales Framework Snowdrop have trained stairlift, chair lift, step lift and home lift installation teams across South Wales and West Wales. Snowdrop Independent Living are agents for most major disabled access equipment suppliers including Thyssen Krupp, Access BDD, Pollock, Wessex, Platinum, Brooks, Minivator, Handicare, Prism, and Freeway carrying out installations, ongoing servicing, LOLER certification
