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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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Caron Mcluckie: designer of the Bealies wheelchair joggers

Caron Mcluckie is the designer of the Bealies wheelchair joggers, adaptive clothing with a unique diagonal zip for easy self-catheterisation and a high back waist for better coverage and comfort while seated. Our writer, Emma Purcell, interviewed Caron Mcluckie about how her disabled son Emile inspired her to create the Bealies wheelchair joggers and the journey she went on to start her business.… Read more... “Caron Mcluckie: designer of the Bealies wheelchair joggers”
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Katie Ellis: designer of The Able Label adaptive clothing range

The Able Label is a new clothing retailer specialising in stylish and discreet adaptive clothing that not only looks good but is designed to make dressing easier for people with physical and cognitive disabilities. Our writer, Emma Purcell, got the chance to interview The Able Label founder – Katie Ellis – about her career in the fashion industry and how her Grandmother’s Parkinson’s disease diagnosis inspired her to design stylish and functional adaptive clothing.… Read more... “Katie Ellis: designer of The Able Label adaptive clothing range”
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Cristel Guzman: designer of the Optivus adaptable streetwear clothing range

Cristel Guzman is the designer of Optivus – the first streetwear-inspired and adapted clothing range entirely dedicated to people with physical disabilities. She was inspired to create the clothes by her disabled son, Liam, after finding it extremely difficult to dress him in standard clothing. Our writer, Emma Purcell, interviewed Cristal about how she launched Optivus, the highs and lows of running her business and being a mother to her disabled son Liam.… Read more... “Cristel Guzman: designer of the Optivus adaptable streetwear clothing range”
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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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Friendly Shoes review: Comfortable, lightweight and supportive disability footwear

Finding accessible and supportive footwear can be challenging if you have a physical disability. Many people may have poor foot posture, swollen feet or bad co-ordination to be able to put on and wear standard shoes. Emma, our editor and writer at Disability Horizons, tries out a pair of Friendly Shoes, a unique style of footwear specifically designed for disabled people.… Read more... “Friendly Shoes review: Comfortable, lightweight and supportive disability footwear”
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Holly Yendell: fashion designer of accessible clothing brand L.able

Holly Yendell is a fashion designer and creator of accessible clothing brand L.able. Based in Alton, Hampshire, she was inspired to start the company by her father Tom Yendell, who is a disabled artist. Her debut product is the unisex jersey cape, which is specially designed to bring style and comfort to wheelchair users. Holly tells us more about her company, how she became a fashion designer and future ideas for accessible clothing.… Read more... “Holly Yendell: fashion designer of accessible clothing brand L.able”
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Buttons 2 Button adaptive no-sew magnetic buttons review

Zec Richardson, a blogger and reviewer at Satonmybutt, is taking a closer look at some of our products. Today, as part of our in-house team, he is looking at the Buttons 2 Button adaptive no-sew magnetic buttons. Trying to button up a shirt or blouse when you have arthritis, dexterity issues or physical disability can be frustrating. It can even leave you feeling like you have lost some dignity.… Read more... “Buttons 2 Button adaptive no-sew magnetic buttons review”