Car accidents are extremely common but also unexpected – an occurrence which takes place in a matter of seconds but can have drastic repercussions. A car accident is upsetting and inconvenient at the least and life-changing at the worst. In …
Driving adaptations can make an enormous difference to disabled people, in some cases enabling those who may not otherwise have been able to have the ability to drive. Some disabled people may be concerned that due to their disability it …
The Motability scheme refers to a UK charity organisation which allows disabled people to lease a car, scooter, powered wheelchair or other types of wheelchair accessible vehicle. The scheme was founded by Lord Sterling of Plaistow in 1977 and has …
Built-in car technology has advanced considerably over the past decade, many of these developments can facilitate the lives of all drivers, including those with disabilities. Semi-Autonomous Features Parking Assist Rear-facing cameras provide the driver with superior visibility, making it easier …
Most people with diabetes are able to hold a full driving license and carry on driving – there are however a number of ways in which diabetes can potentially impair driving, this can depend on the medication used to treat …
What Is A Brain Injury? Housed inside the hard protective casing of the skull, the brain itself is a soft tissue structure which can be damaged as a result of a severe impact to the skull. A brain injury can …
A Blue Badge enables holders to park in designated spaces for blue badge holders, or on single or double yellow lines for up to 3 hours unless there is a “no loading” sign. The Blue Badge scheme is a government …
Cerebral Palsy (CP) is the name given to a group of life long neurological conditions which can affect muscle control, coordination, reflexes, posture and balance. CP typically develops before, during or shortly after birth – symptoms may not be immediately …
Shopping for a wheelchair accessible vehicle can be a confusing and time-consuming task, it is important to consider all of the same things as one would when choosing a standard car as well as other specific features. There are numerous …
What Is A Stroke? A stroke is a serious, often life-threatening illness which occurs when parts of the blood supply to the brain are cut off. The sooner the individual receives treatment for the stroke, the less likely it is …