Mobility News
8 chairs we’d love to rise and recline in
5th January 2015
The rise and recline chair has become an everyday staple in most households; whether it is out of comfort or necessity, this feat of furniture engineering has become increasingly popular in recent years.
Alexandra Palace train station to be made step-free
3rd January 2015
Alexandra Palace train station has been included in the Access for All programme and will soon be receiving a number of new improvements to help those with mobility difficulties.
Nearly 300,000 disabled people are living in unsuitable homes
22nd December 2014
A report produced by a disability charity has shown that almost 300,000 people are living in homes that do not cater for their needs.
Elderly visited by up to 50 carers a year due to care service cuts
19th December 2014
Elderly people who rely on receiving care in their own homes are finding that they can be visited by up to 50 different carers a year due to recent service cuts.
Barclays introduces new in-branch technology to help those with disabilities
18th December 2014
Barclays has begun to introduce a new technology to its branches to help assist those with accessibility requirements.
Disabled travellers call for more accessible attractions
9th December 2014
Following the announcement of the top 20 accessible attractions in the UK, a wheelchair user, Sophie Morgan, has called for more attractions to follow suit.
Elderly people in Leicestershire to get help with DIY
8th December 2014
Elderly people in Leicestershire to get help with DIY