How to Buy a Reacher
Welcome to our handy guide that’ll help you choose a reacher that’s right for you! With so many choices on our website, it can be easy to get overwhelmed when trying to figure out which one will be best suited to you, but Ability Superstore is here to debrief you.
October 6, 2023
National Hygiene Week 2nd - 8th October
This week, starting from the 2nd of October is National Hygiene Week, which is dedicated to promoting good hygiene practices and raising awareness about the importance of personal and public hygiene.
October 4, 2023
International Day of Older Persons
Every year on the 1st of October is the International Day of Older Persons, a day just for the older population of the world.
October 1, 2023
World Heart Day - 29th September
Every year, the 29th of September is World Heart Day. Set up by the British Heart Foundation in May 2012, it aims to inform and educate people everywhere about cardiovascular diseases (CVD), and how to prevent and control them.
September 29, 2023
World's Biggest Coffee Morning - 29th September
The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, ran by Macmillan Cancer Support, is back on Friday the 29th of September. But what happens on the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning and how did it all begin?
September 25, 2023
World Alzheimer's Day
Every year on the 21st of September is World Alzheimer’s Day, which aims to raise awareness of Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, the impact it can have on families, and what support you can get.
September 21, 2023
International Week of the Deaf 19th - 25th September
From the 19th to the 25th of September, International Deaf Week takes place, organised by the World Federation of the Deaf. It is a time where everyone can come together to celebrate the vibrant and tight-knit Deaf community.
September 19, 2023
Strictly's Back for 2023!
September sees the long-awaited annual return of the BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing, and we can expect to see a number of celebrities and public figures waltz, jive and tango their way to the top of the competition. But who is this year's disabled contestant?
September 16, 2023
History of the Wheelchair
Used by millions and evolved in many different forms, have you ever wondered about how the origins of the humble wheelchair came to be?
September 12, 2023
International Literacy Day - September 8th 2023
Today is International Literacy Day, a worldwide celebration of all things written and read. It aims to highlight that literacy is a “human right, a tool of personal empowerment, and a means for social and human development”.
September 8, 2023
Stand Up To Cancer Day
The 8th of September is Stand Up to Cancer Day, which brings people together to raise funds and awareness for more effective treatment of cancer. The organisation is currently celebrating 15 years since it’s inception.
September 8, 2023
International Day of Charity
The International Day of Charity is an international day that falls on the 5th September every year.
September 5, 2023
International Dog (and Cat!) Day
There’s no one as loyal, faithful, or reliable as our dogs, and the 26th of August is a day for us to celebrate them: International Dog Day! Not to mention International Cat Day on the 8th earlier this month too!
August 26, 2023
Bank Holiday Weekend
Monday the 28th happens to be our last Bank Holiday before Christmas, so it’s important we spend it well!
August 23, 2023
Accessibility and Ableism
Today on Ability Superstore News, we will be discussing Accessibility & Ableism and how they can affect those in the disabled community.
August 19, 2023
European Para Championships 2023
The European Para Championships will take place in Rotterdam, with 1,500 Paralympic athletes from 45 different European countries competing to become European Champions. But what are the sports in question?
August 11, 2023
Disability Action Plan 2023 to 2024
Yesterday the government launched its Disability Action Plan for 2023 to 2024. But, what is in the plan and what will it actually help people?
July 19, 2023
Diversity & Inclusion – “Strategy Without Tactics Is The Slowest Route To Victory”
It’s not often you will read an article that quotes Chinese military strategist, Sun Tzu at the beginning, and the Godfather Of Soul, James Brown at the end. But if it draws your attention to our article on the latest Diversity and Inclusion report then we have done our job!
July 17, 2023
Disability Pride Month 2024
Every July is Disability Pride Month, a worldwide observance holiday which promotes awareness of people’s disabilities as an identity, a community, a culture, & the positive pride felt by disabled people.
July 5, 2023
Learning Disability Week 19th - 25th June
The 19th to the 25th June is Learning Disability Week, organised by Mencap. You can find out more about what's happening this year, here!
June 19, 2023