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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”
Caron and Emile in Bealies polo shirtsCategoriesInterviews

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”
Cristel and Liam outdoors - OptivusCategoriesInterviews

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”