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July 10, 2020

A close up of Lesley – her face is resting on her raised right hand

July 10, 2020

Trains, Planes And Hotels

Trains, planes and hotels – just a few thoughts from my chair.

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July 9, 2020

Close-up of a person running along a gravel path alongside some trees and grass

July 9, 2020

Dementia Fun Run

If you fancy doing some good while exercising, then the Dementia Fun Run (organised by The Alzheimer’s Society) is perfect for you.

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June 30, 2020

A man coming out of his front door and stepping onto the Bigfoot Half Step which has two handles in place

June 30, 2020

The Bigfoot Half Step

The Bigfoot Half Step is designed to make mobility more accessible.

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June 29, 2020

A zimmer frame in a classroom, the blackboard reading History of the Zimmer Frame

June 29, 2020

The History Of The Zimmer (or Walking) Frame

A walking aid like a Zimmer frame can change your life! But did you know of it's origins?

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June 26, 2020

A picture of a bathroom with an arched mirror. There are some white fluffy towels tucked away on some shelves

June 26, 2020

How To Make Your Bathroom More Accessible

Let us help you make the smallest room in the house one of the safest.

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June 25, 2020

A Tri-walker and one Rollator that's available on the Ability Superstore website

June 25, 2020

What’s the Difference Between a Tri-walker and a Rollator?

Do you need some form of walking aid and find the choice overwhelming? Here's a quick guide to help make a decision.

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June 25, 2020

A close-up of the Hollywood sign in Los Angeles

June 25, 2020

Lights, Camera, Action - a Review

Watching a film, a documentary, or even reading a book, can change lives. We take a look at a couple of film releases that explore deafness and blindness.

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June 24, 2020

A beautiful rich blue sky with some fluffy clouds

June 24, 2020

Love Your Lungs Week June 2020

Support “Love Your Lungs Week” and raise awareness of the importance of having healthy lungs.

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June 22, 2020

An old fashioned school room with some wooden desks and a blackboard that has some scribbles all over it

June 22, 2020

Lockdown Life Lessons: What Have We Learnt About Ourselves?

Human resilience, resourcefulness and self-preservation: 5 ways being in lockdown has changed us for the better.

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June 19, 2020

A close up of a hand holding a credit card. Also in the picture is a laptop, a notepad and pencil and a mobile phone

June 19, 2020

What Have We Been Buying During Lockdown?

How the UK is spending their money during lockdown.

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June 18, 2020

Six chocolate cupcakes on a plate. Three are topped with red icing and three are topped with white icing

June 18, 2020

18 June 2020 – Alzheimer’s Society Cupcake Day – Raise Some Dough!

See how you can help in this year's Alzheimer’s Society Cupcake Day.

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June 17, 2020

Lesley with her head resting on her right hand

June 17, 2020

The Day I Was Bitten By – The Beast!

The joys of being hoisted and getting away from The Beast aka multiple sclerosis!

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June 17, 2020

An illustration of a hand with a large drop of blood above it, along with the words – World Blood Donor Day

June 17, 2020

World Blood Donor Day

Four simple words... GIVE BLOOD. SHARE LIFE.

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June 14, 2020

Two men sitting on a grey wall with each one brandishing a walking stick

June 14, 2020

How To Measure And Use A Walking Stick – A Step-by-Step Guide

An easy-to-follow mobility aids guide for how to choose the right walking stick and also how to measure the height of the walking stick

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June 13, 2020

Woman, wearing a facemask, sitting in the driver's side of a car

June 13, 2020

As Lockdown Is Eased, How To Ensure Your Car Is Ready

Tips for making sure your car is ready for your next trip

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June 10, 2020

Two hands holding one another in a caring position

June 10, 2020

June 2020 – Carers' Week – Making Caring More Visible

All you need to know about Carers Week in 2020

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June 9, 2020

Lots of small illustrations depicting elements of a diabetic's life such as finger pricking, exercise, drink and food

June 9, 2020

June 8 to 14 2020 – Diabetes Awareness Week

Diabetes Awareness Week – a few facts and stats.

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June 7, 2020

A close up a blue eye

June 7, 2020

June 2020 – Cataract Awareness Month

Cataract Awareness Month, June 2020 – all you need to know.

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June 5, 2020

Two rainbows are shown above some green fields

June 5, 2020

British Summer Essentials

Keeping ahead of the unpredictable British summer weather, with our top tips and products.

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May 29, 2020

A man wearing a mask that looks like a beak

May 29, 2020

Facemasks – To Wear Or Not To Wear – That Is The Dilemma!

Let’s examine the medical advice to see if wearing a face mask will help protect us from catching Covid-19, the devastating respiratory illness which is currently sweeping around the world.

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