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8 cute, elegant and fashionable Christmas gifts made by disabled artists and entrepreneurs

Looking for that perfect present, stocking filler or secret Santa for friends, colleagues and family this Christmas? Check out these cute and elegant products created by artists and entrepreneurs living with a disability and/or have a close connection to disability.

Christmas sensory box for sensory play  – £23.99 – £26.99

Choosing a gift for someone with a cognitive impairment can be difficult.… Read more... “8 cute, elegant and fashionable Christmas gifts made by disabled artists and entrepreneurs”
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7 fun, original and imaginative accessible Christmas gifts for disabled children

Finding gifts for disabled children this Christmas is all about adapting, being creative and thinking outside the box. Letting kids with disabilities look stylish, have fun and feel comfortable is important for their development and wellbeing. Here, we share 7 fun, original and imaginative accessible Christmas gifts for disabled children, all of which can be bought on the Disability Horizons Shop.… Read more... “7 fun, original and imaginative accessible Christmas gifts for disabled children”
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5 accessible and trendy gifts for wheelchair users this Christmas

Having a wheelchair can enhance a person’s mobility. This Christmas, you can get gifts for wheelchair users that can allow them to carry, store, wear and use everyday items that can be attached safely and securely to their wheelchair. Here at Disability Horizons, we share 5 accessible and trendy gifts for wheelchair users, which are sure to glam up and modernise their chairs.… Read more... “5 accessible and trendy gifts for wheelchair users this Christmas”
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5 mobility aids that will make modern and practical gifts this Christmas

Many people with limited mobility or dexterity issues can find it difficult to access and use everyday items in the home or when out and about. They tend to seek expensive and medical-looking mobility aids to try to resolve this. However, here at Disability Horizons, we sell a range of affordable and modern mobility aids that can make perfect gifts for friends and loved ones this Christmas.… Read more... “5 mobility aids that will make modern and practical gifts this Christmas”
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Why the Tipsi Tray is the best one-handed no spill tray for disabled people on the market 

Carrying food and drinks can be challenging with limited mobility and dexterity issues. Thankfully, with the Tipsi Tray, a one-handed no spill tray, you can easily move cups, mugs, plates and crockery independently with no risk of dropping or spilling anything.  Here, we share everything you need to know about the Tipsi Tray and how it is the best single-handed product for disabled people on the market.… Read more... “Why the Tipsi Tray is the best one-handed no spill tray for disabled people on the market ”
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5 wheelchair exercises you can do on the Fusion Wheel all-in-one gym

The Fusion Wheel all-in-one gym is designed by wheelchair users for wheelchair users. It’s suitable for people of all fitness levels and can be used from the comfort of your own home. It includes a comprehensive guide that has more than 100 individual wheelchair exercises. Here at Disability Horizons, we share more details on how the Fusion Wheel works and list 5 exercises you can try out using the all-in-one wheelchair gym.… Read more... “5 wheelchair exercises you can do on the Fusion Wheel all-in-one gym”
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Why the Glideboard is the best transfer board for disabled people on the market

The Glideboard is an ultra-lightweight transfer board with a unique design to increase stability, unlike any other on the market. But how is the Glideboard better than other transfer boards for disabled people? Here at Disability Horizons, we give you a detailed understanding of what a transfer board is, the different qualities between the Glideboard and other transfer boards, meet the team that invented the Glideboard, share instructions on how to use a Glideboard, and tell you how you can buy a Glideboard on the Disability Horizons Shop.… Read more... “Why the Glideboard is the best transfer board for disabled people on the market”
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8 adaptable and inclusive travel accessories for disabled adventurers

Do you love travelling and are you in need of adaptable aids for your next trip away? Well, look no further as we have a whole range of travel accessories that will make your journeys easy and stress-free if you have a disability or health condition.

Disabled driver’s accessory set – £71.99

Designed to promote accessible, safe and stylish travel, this disabled driver’s accessory set is ideal for a long car journey.… Read more... “8 adaptable and inclusive travel accessories for disabled adventurers”
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VAT exemption for disabled people: how it works and who is eligible

Mobility aids and accessible equipment can be a great lifeline for people with a disability or health condition but some people may struggle to afford certain products at full price. Thankfully, with VAT exemption, customers with qualifying conditions can get VAT relief of 20% on eligible items.  Here at Disability Horizons, we go through everything you need to know about VAT exemption –  what it is and how it works, who is eligible and how you claim on products in our online shop.… Read more... “VAT exemption for disabled people: how it works and who is eligible”
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8 stylish and functional adaptive clothing brands for disabled people

Finding that perfect outfit or searching for adaptive clothing that is both comfortable and fashionable can be tricky when you’re disabled. Also, being able to dress independently and with dignity can be challenging if you have poor motor skills or dexterity issues. Thankfully, the Disability Horizons Shop has the solution with its collection of adaptive clothing brands, all of which have discreet, accessible fastenings, wider openings and wheelchair-friendly designs.    … Read more... “8 stylish and functional adaptive clothing brands for disabled people”
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All you need to know about the RADAR key scheme to access disabled toilets

The  RADAR key scheme is a commercial scheme that provides keys and locks so that eligible people with a disability or health condition can access tens of thousands of accessible toilets across the UK. Here at Disability Horizons, we go through all you need to know about the RADAR key scheme – what a RADAR key is, the history of the scheme, who is eligible for a RADAR key, finding accessible toilets, the difference between a real or fake RADAR key and different RADAR key schemes in other countries.… Read more... “All you need to know about the RADAR key scheme to access disabled toilets”
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7 mobility aids that will support your foot care needs

Your foot care and having the right footwear can be difficult if you have a disability. Being able to put on socks and shoes, washing your feet, cutting your toenails or doing exercise has its challenges if you have a mobility impairment, joint pain or dexterity issues. Thankfully, here at the Disability Horizons Shop, we have a range of dressing aids, disabled footwear and mobility aids that are sure to support your foot care needs. … Read more... “7 mobility aids that will support your foot care needs”