What Are The Best Chair Raisers?
Chair raisers are a safe and secure way of raising chairs off the ground, but what are the best chair raisers? This is a question we often get asked so, we decided to write this blog to let you know what the top 5 chair raisers are.
May 26, 2022
Walking Sticks – Ability Superstore’s Definitive Guide To These Mobility Aids
Ability Superstore has put together the definitive guide to walking sticks. Here you will find the answer to any question you’ve ever had about these helpful mobility aids.
May 23, 2022
Choosing the Best Walking Stick For You – 5 Minute Tips!
When it comes to choosing the right walking stick, there are a few things you need to consider. Here's a quick 5 minute blog to help you work out how to get the best walking stick for you.
April 6, 2022
Crutches vs Walking Sticks
If you need a mobility aid that feels more stable and secure than a walking stick does, then crutches may be for you. Crutches provide more support and are an excellent disability aid to help people get back on their feet.
April 4, 2022
What's The Best Walking Aid For Me?
This handy guide will help you work out what type of walking stick mobility aid is best for you.
March 21, 2022
What Are The Best Sock Aids?
Sock and Stocking aids are a fantastic invention! I recommend the use of these dressing aids on a very regular basis for people who have difficulty dressing themselves, and the questions I am often asked include – 'Is there something to help me put my socks on' and, 'What is the best sock aid, or sock helper?'
March 17, 2022
Daily Living Aid Guide - Cups
What are daily living aids? The answer is right there! They're pieces of equipment that help someone complete everyday activities and tasks easier. When you have limited mobility, or a mental impairment, everyday tasks can be a challenge, and that's why we've put together this guide, to try and make life easier.
January 26, 2022
Ability Superstore Mobility Aids Shop - Now Open!
Since we first opened our online mobility aids shop, back in 2010, people keep asking us the same question, "Ability Superstore, when are you going to open a retail store?".
November 24, 2021
5 Disabled Strictly Come Dancing Stars We Love
Strictly Come Dancing has been a mainstay of British television since 2004 (no, we can’t believe that either!) and each year has seen new celebrity contestants boogie, jive and waltz their way in to our hearts. But what about disabled stars?
November 13, 2021
Recycling and Sustainability at Ability Superstore
With the current COP26 climate change conference taking place, many of us are looking at ways to reduce our own impact on the environment and live in a more sustainable way, but what does that actually mean and what can we do to play a part in this global challenge?
November 10, 2021
What is a Remote Occupational Therapy / OT Assessment?
Here at Ability Superstore, we’re pleased to offer our customers a Remote Occupational Therapy Assessment. This new service enables you to receive helpful, tailor-made advice from Kate Makin – our qualified and registered occupational therapist (OT).
September 24, 2021
Zimmer / Walking Frames – All You Need To Know About These Walking Aids
My subject for this guide is the humble Zimmer Frame – a really helpful walking aid that has been around for years.
July 14, 2021
Folding, Non-Folding and Extra Stability Walking Sticks – All You Need To Help You Choose The Ideal Walking Aid
Choosing the right mobility aid is key to owning your independence. This blog gives you all the information you need to help you choose the perfect walking aid.
April 29, 2021
The History Of Mother’s Day
Like many celebrations, it is often assumed that Mother’s Day was created in America. However, this particular day originated a long, long time ago. Join us as we take a look at the fascinating history of Mother’s Day.
March 2, 2021
What Are Bathing Aids?
Put simply bathing aids are any pieces of equipment or mobility aids that will help you in getting in and out of a bath safely. As an occupational therapist probably the most common task that I see individuals having difficulty with, is bathing.
February 5, 2021
A History of Footwear and Socks – Centuries of Soles!
From thermal to moisturising to compression socks. We dive into the glorious history of these lower limb garments to celebrate them in the present day.
December 8, 2020
Enabling Communication – Deafness, Phones And Disability – A Connection
Telephones revolutionised communication, but none of this would have happened without the close link between phones and disabilities. Not sure what we mean? Allow us to explain.
December 4, 2020
Social Media: A Helpful Guide for The Elderly Part 2
We recently created a social media guide for the elderly, but we ran out of space! So, this week here is part two of: Social Media – A Helpful Guide for The Elderly (you catch up with part one of this guide here.)
November 25, 2020
Social Media: A Helpful Guide for The Elderly Part 1
It occurred to us that there really isn’t an up to date guide for technology and social media for the elderly. So, we have written one! This is the first part.
October 23, 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