Infomormation for the less abled
Holidays in Africa Endeavour Safaris is a dynamic, family run tour operator that specialises in tours and safaris for disabled travellers. We offer a unique experience that you wouldn’t have thought possible before. We cater for a wide range of disabilities, from wheelchair and oxygen users to the visually and hearing impaired, as well as…
What Is The Asperger Syndrome? Individuals who suffer from a disorder that causes impaired social behaviours, slow repetitive patterns and decreased motor abilities are normally diagnosed as having Asperger syndrome or AS. This disorder shares many of the same symptoms as high functioning autism and is in the autism spectrum of disorders, making it difficult…
Standing Wheelchairs The Convenience of Standing Wheelchairs Wheelchairs are designed to provide basic mobility and freedom to those who are forced to use them due to old age or accidents, etc. The manufacturers of wheelchairs are always looking new designs and concepts for wheelchairs. e.g. climbing wheelchairs. Now manufacturers have design standing wheelchairs, which help…
Victims of a Disability are protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act In 1990, the United States passed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, which protects individuals with disabilities in the workforce from being discriminated against from things such as hiring, firing, advancement, compensation, job training, etc. This act requires an employer to reasonably…
How disability changed my life Down Your Way (the nostalgic Yorkshire magazine) was born out of adversity. As a result of an accident I had become disabled and as I was a single ‘girl’ fast approaching 50, a mid-life crisis of monumental proportions loomed large. Being a ‘strong’ Yorkshire lass (and an Arian to boot)…
Dealing with Adult Dyslexia Symptoms Dyslexia is a neurological disorder noticeable through spoken and written language particularly in reading and spelling. It is a recognized disorder now and children are being diagnosed before school age if they are showing any signs of dyslexia. But there are still people suffering from this disorder without treatment and…
Preventative Dentistry Our dentists and hygienists collaborate with our patients to promote good oral health. This includes simple scales and polishes, oral hygiene instruction, and fissure sealing. Child Dental Care Children are encouraged to come and see us as early as possible even if it is just to meet us and have a sticker! More.…
Associating Back Pain And Multiple Sclerosis Multiple Sclerosis is a progressive disease such as demyelinating and affects the motor and sensory neurons. The disease will cause cycles of remission, which causes the condition to worsen. When exacerbation starts aetiology is reviewed, which includes the cause? The cause at this time is not clear, yet some…
Fair Opportunity for Disabled Employees There are certain forms of workplace discrimination that are not allowed in the United States under the Employment Law. The employer must be discriminating on the basis of a protected category in order for the discrimination to be considered illegal. Such forms of illegal discrimination protected under the area of…
9 Mobility Scooter Questions Answered Do you own a mobility/handicap scooter or planning to get one but have some questions in mind about it? Here are nine questions that people often asked regarding mobility scooters along with their answers. Can people under 18 years old ride a mobility scooter? Is there an age restriction? People…
Talking With Kids About Illness I asked the doctors, ‘So how do I talk to my children about their illness? What do I tell them when they ask questions about how long they’ll live?’ And they said, ‘Treat it just like when kids ask questions about sex- answer them on a ‘need-to-know basis’.’ ‘Okay,’ I…