The Flu Jab – Why It’s So Important To Get Vaccinated This Year
The flu vaccine and its importance this year. A doctor explains why it’s so important to get yours this year, in 2020.
October 20, 2020
World Osteoporosis Day – 20 October 2020
This year, World Osteoporosis Day is on 20 October. But what is osteoporosis? Let us explain what the condition is and what you can do to help.
October 18, 2020
Kitchen Aids That Make Cooking a Breeze
From knives to trolleys to vegetable peelers, kitchen aids can make a huge difference to all our lives. We talk you through some of our favourite products.
October 16, 2020
Mobility Aids – An Occupational Therapist’s (OT) Point Of View
For this week’s blog, I am writing about mobility aids. There are so many available that it can become a little daunting. So, I hope you find my thoughts and views helpful.
October 14, 2020
Fancy Pants! Can Dressing Aids Make All Fashion “Purple” Fashion?
Disabilities and mobility issues don’t always mean you can’t wear what you want. Dressing aids expand options and improve independence.
October 9, 2020
Insights Of An Occupational Therapist (OT)
I was asked to give some insights into my work. I thought the best way for me to share this was by telling you about a case I’ve been involved in.
October 7, 2020
Witness The Fitness! Staying Active With Limited Mobility Is The Key To Mobility!
The idea of staying active with limited mobility may be daunting, but with many options available, the reality can be easier than you might think.
October 5, 2020
Intelligent Living: Smart Devices Can Help Us All
Smart devices can help all of us, including those with disabilities, in so many ways — from staying in touch with loved ones and updating carers, to regaining independence. We dive into the details.
October 1, 2020
Appointments With Your Doctor In The New “Normal”
How can we access healthcare services during a pandemic?
October 1, 2020
What Is An Occupational Therapist (OT)?
Introducing our resident OT, Kate Makin (BSc (Hons) Occupational Therapy).
September 29, 2020
The Things People Say!
“MS? Ooh, that’s terrible, that is! You’ll end up like a jelly on the floor with that!”
September 24, 2020
Coronavirus Or A Cold?
There’s a lot of confusion between the symptoms of normal bugs that everyone gets at this time of year, and the symptoms of coronavirus. So, how do you tell if it is coronavirus or a cold?
September 24, 2020
World’s Biggest Coffee Morning 2020
Friday 25 September is the date for the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, an annual event hosted by Macmillan Cancer Support. But what happens at the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, and where did it all begin?
September 23, 2020
The Great British Bake Off Is Back!
Tonight at 8pm sees the return of disasters, terrible, ill-conceived ideas collapsing and badly planned things slowly falling apart. But if you don’t want to watch Boris Jonson, then The Great British Bake Off is on Channel 4 at the same time.
September 22, 2020
National Fitness Day – 23 September 2020 – Fitness Unites
Time To Draw A Line Under Inactivity And Move Forward With A Healthier, Happier You!
September 22, 2020
World Alzheimer's Day
September is World Alzheimer’s month and the 21 September is World Alzheimer’s day. This year the theme for World Alzheimer’s month is ‘Let’s Talk About Dementia.’
September 19, 2020
Style And Sustenance: Why Adapted Cutlery Makes For Easier Mealtimes
Of all the tools humans have invented, cutlery is among the most commonly used. From everyday cutlery to adapted ones, design really is everything.
September 19, 2020
Disabilities and Loneliness: How Sense Is Working To Tackle These Issues
The disabilities charity Sense has committed to tackling isolation and loneliness. But what exactly does this mean?
September 19, 2020
Are You Sitting Comfortably? Hints and Tips For Working from Home
With around half the UK workforce still working from home in September 2020, we run through some basics to consider.
September 18, 2020
What Do The Terms ‘Disability Aids’ And ‘Mobility Aids’ Mean?
The terms ‘disability aids’ and ‘mobility aids’ are often used to describe the same things, but is there a difference?
September 11, 2020