In February 2020, I was lucky enough to take a trip over to sunny California, to visit my family, the majority of whom are out there. Because of this family tie, over the years I’ve made several trips across, however, this would be my first as a powerchair user!
A few months ago, my life changed again. I took the step of purchasing a Foldalite powerchair in a bid to regain some independence and take part in activities without my body holding me back.
Last month one customer's initial in-store experience left a lot to be desired, but after our social media team and general manager contacted her she agreed to come back to discuss what happened and how we can help.
One Saturday in October, I found myself somewhere I didn’t think I’d be age 24, at a CareCo mobility warehouse. I was looking for a mobility aid which would improve my quality o...
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About author
Johannah Sangster
Johannah is a Masters student in Birmingham, focusing on the accessibility of events. Through this, she is working to create an industry standard for accessibility. Johannah is also an advocate for inclusion in the modelling industry, working with Zebedee Management, and enjoys sharing her research and experiences through her Instagram page, chick_with_a_walking_stick.
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