The Best UK Destinations & Attractions For Mobility Scooter Users
Want to enjoy a long weekend away this summer, but worried about travelling with your mobility scooter? Here, we’ve listed some of the top accessible destinations and attractions in the UK so you can enjoy some well-deserved time off without the stresses of travelling with limited mobility.
Read MoreCarers Rights Day 2018: Know Your Rights As A Carer
Carers Rights Day is an annual event held to help carers find the support and advise they need, as well as to raise public awareness of the additional help carers need in their roles. Here, we provide a breakdown of some of the benefits you’re entitled to as a carer in the UK.
Read MoreWhy Self-Storage Is The Ideal Solution for the Newly Retired and Your Belongings
Why utilising a self-storage facility is a great option for anyone newly retired and looking for a safe space to store your belongings.
Read MoreMobility Scooter Buying Guide: Choosing the Right Scooter for You
Find the right mobility scooter for you with our buying guide covering every point you need to consider when finding the right mobility scooter for your needs.
Read MoreCarers Week 2018: What You Need to Know
11th – 17th June is Carers Week, an annual event aimed at raising awareness for caring and providing more support for carers and the challenges they face. Find out all you need to know about what’s happening and how to get involved.
Read MoreDo I Qualify for a Blue Badge?
If you have a disability, limited mobility, or another medical condition, you may be entitled to a blue badge in the UK. However, the qualifying criteria for this benefit are not always clear. Below, we’ve discussed how you can qualify for a blue badge, what this benefit entails, and how to apply for one.
Read MoreWho Can Drive a Mobility Scooter? | Mobility Scooter FAQs
Mobility scooters can absolutely transform the lives of people with mobility problems, giving you far more independence and freedom of movement. It’s for this reason that many people who find they cannot move around very much on their own are keen to find out more about their options when it comes to scooters – including […]
Read MoreSupport for Carers this Christmas
For many, Christmas is a time to let loose and enjoy the festivities around you. However, for carer’s the reality can often be somewhat difficult, with the festive season actually being one of the most stressful times to care for another person. As a carer, you will probably have had to sacrifice plans and make […]
Read More4 Simple Tips to Keep Your Drains Smelling Fresh as Daisies
Ew! What is that smell?! It must surely be coming from outside. No, wait… It’s the bathroom drain. There must be something in the kitchen cupboard to stop the smell. What? It’s in the kitchen, too! What is going on? Neighbourhood kids’ prank? Someone’s mother is getting a very stern phone call. So Why Do […]
Read More5 Reasons Why Your Freezer Keeps Defrosting
Most freezer models today have a self-defrost option, i.e., the freezer defrosts periodically without any action on the part of the owner. But if you notice that your freezer keeps defrosting more often than normal and fails to keep food frozen, it may be due to the following reasons. 1) Incorrect Thermostat Settings Sometimes the […]
Read MoreTimber Frame Houses: Common Problems and Treatment
Timber frame houses may not be as popular in the UK as some other countries in the world, but that seems to be changing with stats showing that at least a quarter of new home builds use timber frames. There are many advantages to choosing a timber frame, for example, they retain more heat than […]
Read MoreHow To Choose An Electrician
When some electrical wiring in your home goes phut, it can be quite tempting to try a quick DIY fix using pliers and insulation tape. This is, of course, an exceptionally bad idea because not only could you bring down your house’s whole electrical system but you could also die (according to Electrical Safety First, […]
Read MoreWill Your Insurance Pay For Storm Damage To Your Roof?
Storm damage has been a regular topic in the news in the UK over the past few months, particularly in the south of England. As a result insurance claims have been multiplying, mostly through water damage. However, although it’s been mostly the foundations of homes and furniture that’s been damaged by the storms that cause […]
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