Passionate People

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to live your life to the fullest with limited mobility

Resources

Pressure Sores: An Introductory Guide

In this ebook you will find:

  • What is a pressure sore and how they are caused
  • How to check for warning signs and how they can be spotted
  • How to reduce the risk and how they can be treated early

A guide on wheelchair seating for posture, pressure and function

In this ebook you will find:

  • The importance of the mechanics of body alignment that creates good posture
  • The effect sitting has on skin pressure
  • The importance that the seated posture has on everyday wheelchair propulsion and functional activity.

Top articles on how to choose and maintain the parts of your wheelchair

In this ebook you will find:

  • Wheelchair tyres options and maintenance
  • Wheelchair brakes: how to maintain and take care of them
  • Why is the design and selection of my wheelchair cushion so important?

A guide on wheelchair seating for posture, pressure and function

In this ebook you will find:

  • The importance of the mechanics of body alignment that creates good posture
  • The effect sitting has on skin pressure
  • The importance that the seated posture has on everyday wheelchair propulsion and functional activity.

A guide to adapting your bathroom: 3 solutions for wheelchair accessibility

In this ebook you will find:

  • The best solutions to make your bathroom accessible.
  • How to make a decision on the room itself.
  • Bathing options, such as showers and bathtubs.
  • Toileting, which includes toilets, sinks and taps.

A guide to wheelchair accessible Europe: Berlin, Newcastle and the eurostar

In this ebook you will find:

  • Why Berlin really is not to be missed for both culture and inclusion.
  • Where to go in Newcastle for a meal that will really test the sense.
  • How Northern England’s nightlife rates for accessibility.
  • Tips about some pretty special accessible transport

Sport on four wheels rather than two legs: a guide to staying as a wheelchair user

This ebook will hopefully help you to decide what form of exercise suits you and your wheelchair best. What you can find inside is:

  • How to motivate yourself to hit the gym and what are the benefits.
  • Where to find and how to use accessible gym equipment
  • The experience of other wheelchair users about their favourite sports
  • Tips about wheelchair basketball but also wheelchair yoga and dancing!

Paving the way to greatness: all you need to know about disability and employment

If you have a disability yourself and are looking to find work that is rewarding, fulfilling and enjoyable whilst getting all the support and help you need and deserve, this guide may just be a good place to start!

  • Do’s and don’ts of the employment journey
  • How to excell in an interview
  • Pros and cons of self-employment
  • How to deal with changes in abilities and staying at work