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Welcome to our blog, your one-stop resource for news, features and resources for living life to the fullest. View our articles on the latest mobility products and features with disability bloggers.

European Para Championships 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

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

The title 'Diversity & Inclusion - Strategy Without Tactics Is The Slowest Route To Victory' with a red phone in an empty boardroom.

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

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 17th to 23rd June by Mencap

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

Father's Day

Father's Day

Father’s Day takes place on the 18th of June, and is a national holiday to celebrate the men that have embraced fatherhood in their lives, be it your dad, your uncle, your grandad or your stepdad and thank them for the sacrifices they make, and for their devotion to their families.

June 18, 2023

Autistic Pride Day - 18th June 2023

Autistic Pride Day - 18th June

This year, the 18th of June is Autistic Pride Day, all in the name of autistic people taking pride in who they are and the condition they live with. Learn all about it here!

June 17, 2023

The words 'Keep Cool This Summer' over a blue sky on a summers day view with some summery flowers

How To Keep Cool This Summer

We're set for another scorching summer, and we want to help you keep cool in the blistering heat.

June 9, 2023

Festival Survival Guide

Festival Survival Guide

It’s Festival season once more, but how can you prepare? That's where our Festival Survival Guide comes in handy.

June 8, 2023

Top Ten Gadgets - You can't live without

Top 10 Gadgets You Can't Live Without!

This blog is dedicated to showing you all sorts of handy gadgets and daily living aids to help you around the kitchen and at home, including some you never knew you needed!

June 8, 2023

the world ms day logo

World MS Day

The 30th of May is World MS Day, which aims to bring those all around the world together to form a community that shares stories, raises awareness and campaigns with everyone affected by MS. Find out more about it here!

May 30, 2023

Global Accessibility Awareness Day overlaid on a keyboard with an accessibility button and a globe

Global Accessibility Awareness Day

It has just occurred to me that if there was an Occupational Health Global Accessibility Awareness Day, it would be abbreviated to OH GAAD. Which is probably what you are saying now when you see that it is yet another awareness day. However, on this occasion, I do think it is something that does need more attention.

May 18, 2023

Here Comes The Sun

Here Comes The Sun

If you are inviting friends over for a few drinks, hosting a family barbecue, or just enjoying your morning cuppa in the garden – Ability Superstore has some nifty ideas and mobility aids to help make life easier.

May 3, 2023

Some soil with a pair of gloves, a trowel, a fork and some pots with plants in, on top of soil. The following words are visible – It's Time to Get Outside

Spring is Here! Time to Get Into Your Garden!

As spring is here, and the days are getting longer at last, it’s time to start going outside and doing some work in your garden.

April 27, 2023

Emergency Alerts on 23rd April - Why and what to do

Emergency Alerts on Sunday 23rd April – Why and what to do?

You probably know by now that at 3pm on Sunday 23rd April the UK government will send a test of an emergency alert text to all UK mobile phones. Now, there is much talk about why this is happening and what we all need to do. So, let us look at what we know.

April 21, 2023

The Top Ten Walking Sticks Chosen By Ability Superstore

Top 10 Walking Sticks

The range of walking sticks and crutches that aids walking also come in a whole array of patterns and colours with many different accessories available, too. So, I am delighted to present to you my – Top 10 Walking Sticks.

April 12, 2023

Visiting Britain's Splendid Historic Gardens This Spring

Visiting Britain's Splendid Historic Gardens This Spring

Britain is home to many beautiful historic houses and castles. These magnificent venues provide some of our favourite springtime walks, exploring the beautiful grounds and providing inspiration for our own gardens.

March 3, 2023

Pictures of two pretty walking sticks, the Lifemax foldaway foot spa and the tartan lap tray on a pink background

What Are The Most Thoughtful Gifts this Mother's Day?

Our Guide to finding the perfect Mother’s Day Gift to support mobility and bring comfort. Show Mum the appreciation that she deserves with our selection of the most thoughtful gift ideas - which are both practical and cheerful!

February 28, 2023

A man in a wheelchair plugging an electric charging cable into an electric car

Increasing Accessibility for EV Use Through Technology

When it comes to buying an electric car, there are a few factors to consider that might be hurdles for persons with disabilities. In this blog, we give a quick overview of points to bear in mind.

November 14, 2022

All of the different types of scissors that are produced by Peta (UK) Ltd

How to Choose and Use Your Easi-Grip® Scissors

Scissors are an essential tool for day-to-day life, so it is important to make the right choice when choosing which ones to use. In this blog we discuss a few important things to consider to help you make an informed purchasing decision.    

November 9, 2022