mobility
The UK’s spots that are most unfriendly for the less mobile
For anyone thinking of relocating as they retire, it’s worth considering the factors that might affect their lifestyles in later years. Access to health services, local shops and delivery services, as well as public transport, are all likely to become more important. While many thinking about relocating are likely to be reasonably fit and healthy […]
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Is the UK Building Homes That Work for Your Parents? Not Yet.
If you have older parents or loved ones who are finding stairs harder to manage or who worry about staying safe at home, you’re not alone – and it’s being claimed that the homes being built across the country still aren’t meeting their basic needs. Despite strong promises from the government in 2022 to ensure […]
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How to master ‘inclusive chic’ in a home
What do you visualise when you think of an accessible home? Freedom? Independence? Style? Unfortunately, people often think they must choose one or the other; and in many people’s minds the idea of home adaptations conjures the image of institutional drab instead of inclusive chic. Vaila Morrison RIBA, Inclusive Design Expert for stairlift and home lift […]
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Getting more mobile with the lightweight TravelScoot electric scooter
Product review The TravelScoot is billed as the world’s lightest mobility scooter. It’s about to arrive in the UK from the US, and we were given the chance to test it out before its launch. Let’s be clear from the start. This is not a full-time mobility scooter for people with long-term disabilities. This is […]
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Gadget ideas to make life easier for seniors
There are a growing number of gadgets on the market that are designed to help older people and their carers with everyday tasks. We take a look at a few of those currently available. Dressing made easier Ageing bodies can make the simple act of dressing a tough chore, even just trying to put on […]
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6 ways to prevent back pain through self-care
Back pain affects many but in different ways. Sometimes it can be a slight nuisance but is still manageable. However, for some, it can be intolerable and make it hard to do basic daily tasks. The good news is back pain can be treated through natural means, especially with the help of self-care. This article […]
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Why and how to exercise at home in later years
Physical activity of any sort is highly recommended for everyone at any age. Even when gym workouts seem far behind us, keeping moving is important. Exercise is cited as an important tool in protecting hearts, joints and our immune systems. It can help diabetics with their blood sugar levels, promote better sleeping patterns and increase […]
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Tips for making occasional use of a wheelchair a good experience
Accepting the help of a wheelchair when you can actually still walk is rather like giving up your car keys when you can actually still drive. You know it makes sense for all sorts of reasons, but it’s a huge admission that you’re getting older and frailer. It’s not surprising then that many of our […]
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How accessible are the UK’s top attractions?
Access to places and events for the less mobile has improved significantly over the last few years. It’s been driven by a mix of legislation and a greater willingness to be as inclusive as possible. This has meant installing ramps, lifts and accessible facilities for wheelchair and mobility scooter users. For those who walk independently […]
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5 tips for creating a dementia-friendly garden
Nicky Roeber is the Online Horticultural Expert at Wyevale Garden Centres. Here, he shares his top tips for creating a garden in which someone living with dementia can feel safe and happy. There are currently more than 850,000 people with dementia in the UK, and that number is expected to rise above one million by […]
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