Mobility News
Disability charity calls for more Lifetime Homes
30th December 2015
The number of disabled people on the waiting list for council housing has increased by 17 per cent over the last five years according to UK disability charity Leonard Cheshire Disability.
London charity connects older people with their neighbours
28th December 2015
North London Cares has set up a befriending scheme to combat loneliness in older people and bring communities together.
Life Lessons from Inspirational Older People
22nd December 2015
With the season of reflection upon us, we have asked some of the most inspirational people we could find, what, upon reflection, their life lesson would be in order to live life to its fullest.
Hertfordshire Council takes unusual step to support carers
15th December 2015
Hertfordshire County Council in partnership with the county’s CCGs has now come up with a way to help families that have struggled – they are encouraging those with caring responsibilities to come forward and make themselves known so that they can undergo a free assessment.
Council building in Scotland turned into accessible community centre
14th December 2015
As councils across Great Britain try to balance the books by making cuts and selling off assets, a Scottish community has provided a great example of how this process can bring direct benefits to local people.
Disabled people talk about difficulties of buying a home
10th December 2015
In a post on the BBC’s Disability News blog, disabled couples have talked about how important it is to have accessible accommodation. They also go on to say that it is becoming increasingly difficult for this to be attained, mainly because the income that comes with having a disability can make it difficult to get a mortgage.
Research reveals those with age-related muscle loss are more likely to fall
25th November 2015
A study has found that older people who suffer from sarcopenia are more likely to experience falls.
Thinking about buying a riser recliner chair?
18th November 2015
There are several varying kinds of new riser recliner chairs on the market today, and the many different models all come with different leathers and fabrics, which can make the task of choosing a chair that best suits you somewhat tricky.
