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Manfred Sauer Foundation Website is a German site but click on the Union Jack flag (top left of screen) to see it's pages in English for the most up-to-date information on the Foundation - alternatively s ee this site's description of the Foundation and its goals.
(German site) Main Manfred Sauer website.
Sister Company to Manfred Sauer GmbH. 
High quality fashion clothing tailored for people who sit down most of the time, as well as many unique products to help those with impairments get on with life. Order clothes or our full colour English catalogue online or call the English speaking telephone number 0049 6226-960 200 for more information. Site is now in English - click on Union Jack in top left hand corner of screen.
English list of all the outlets where Manfred Sauer Continence products are available.
Useful Links for people with disabilities
Alphabetical list of useful sites
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Access at last
Access at last
A one-stop shop for accessible accommodation and services. All accommodation has at least 1 room with a level access shower. They will find you accomodation no matter what physical ability a person has. The detailed information provided and customer reviews displayed in the property advertising is the very information you need when making informed decisions to make a travelling commitment.
Accessible Barcelona
Make travelling to this wonderful city easy and affordable to do. Run by a wheelchair user -
all rooms are personally inspected, they will find the right hotel to suit your needs at the right price.
They will make your reservations and arrange your accessible room directly with the hotel.
They can also arrange airport transfers and trips in fully adapted vehicle.
Accessible Travel Service - customised to your requirements
Richard Thompson is a member of the award-winning Travel Counsellors family of agents - a much valued position that draws on personal knowledge and insight and exists to provide a service which, in an otherwise virtual and impersonal world of holiday and travel options, relies still, on a caring human touch. Three decades of travel industry experience (hard to believe from the youthful photo, I know) combined with journeys through more than 50 countries, have provided the perfect foundations from which to deliver a bespoke and discerning holiday and travel service. And if you have special requirements…no problem. For more than a decade I have been facilitating travel for disabled people to all corners of the globe. With a level of expertise which is perhaps unique in this arena (and an up close and personal experience of spinal cord injury), you can be confident that I will understand your needs and provide a specialist travel service that is second to none. And, crucially, in these challenging economic times – complete financial security! So that’s me - ready and waiting to look after all of your UK, European and Worldwide holiday and travel needs. Give me a call and let’s go travelling!Apparelyzed
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Apparelyzed is Spinal Cord Injury Peer Support website with a very popular discussion forum. The site was created and is maintained by Simon, who himself has a C5/6 spinal injury, he writes "the whole point of creating this website is to raise disability awareness and share life experiences between disabled people and their carers". Definitely worth a look - also check
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Accessible Villa - Florida
| We have no hesitation in recommending this Accessible villa designed and owned by Stephen Burns, who some may remember as being our helpline adviser from 1997 to April 2007 . If you want the highest quality accommodation at an affordable price in Florida, near to all the main theme parks, look no further! |  |
Association for Spinal Injury Research (ASPIRE)
http://www.aspire.org.uk/
ASPIRE is a registered charity formed in 1983 for rehabilitation and reintegration, and works with people who are spinally injured to promote well-being and independence.
http://www.aspire.org.uk/
ASPIRE is a registered charity formed in 1983 for rehabilitation and reintegration, and works with people who are spinally injured to promote well-being and independence.
Association for Continence Advice (ACA) The ACA is a membership organisation for health and social care professionals concerned with the progression of care for continence and, as such, does not provide direct personal advice on continence matters
Association of Disabled Professionals
BCM ADP
London WC1N 3XX
Tel: 01204 431638
Email: adp.admin@ntlworld.com
Web: http://www.adp.org.uk/
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BACK-UP
http://www.backuptrust.org.uk/
A national charity offering people who have been paralysed through spinal cord injury the opportunity to take up challenging outdoor activities, which can act as a catalyst to regaining confidence, independence and motivation.
The Bladder and Bowel Foundation
The Bladder and Bowel Foundation (B&BF) is the UK's largest advocacy charity providing information and support for all types of bladder and bowel related problems, for patients, their families, carers and healthcare professionals.
British Brain & Spine Foundation
http://www.brainandspine.org.uk/
The British Brain and Spine Foundation aims to improve the prevention, treatment and care of disorders of the brain and spine through research in the clinical neurosciences and education and awareness programmes.
British Wheelchair Sports Foundation
http://www.britishwheelchairsports.org/
To create opportunities for people in wheelchairs wishing to take part in competitive sport.
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Contact a family - For families with disabled children
The only UK-wide charity providing advice, information and support to the parents of all disabled children
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Disabled Workers Co-operative
Find the product, service or skill you need provided by a local disabled worker. Disabled workers can register their service free on the Disabled Workers Database.
http://www.disabledworkers.org.uk/
Disabled Workers Co-operative
Find the product, service or skill you need provided by a local disabled worker. Disabled workers can register their service free on the Disabled Workers Database.
http://www.disabledworkers.org.uk/
Discretely Different
My name is Jenny Reeve, founder of Discretely Different, a small and friendly company inspired and motivated by many disabled people, each with their own particular needs, be they mobility or continence issues. We aim to bring you the best collection of affordable, high quality underwear which is stylish, practical and comfortable.
I could not write about my company without mentioning Josie, a close friend and a lovely person. Josie, the inspiration behind Discretely Different, had Motor Neurone Disease, but she still wanted pretty and practical underwear which would make life easier for her carers, and more dignified for her.
So, with nothing available on the High Street, putting my vast experience of clothing design and development to the test I created the ‘Josie Panty’. The Josie Panty gained Registered Design status in 2008 and Discretely Different was born. Today the Discretely Different range is evolving into a comprehensive collection of specialist underwear and nightwear for ladies and gents.
Disease Conditions
http://www.diseasesconditions.com/
A guide lists thousands of diseases and conditions sites offering Health resource - nutrition, cancer, mental health, allergies, depression, anxiety, diabetes and more.
http://www.diseasesconditions.com/
A guide lists thousands of diseases and conditions sites offering Health resource - nutrition, cancer, mental health, allergies, depression, anxiety, diabetes and more.
Directgov
http://www.direct.gov.uk/
The latest and widest range of public service information available. There's an extensive section for disabled people covering benefits, rights, education, health and support and much more.
http://www.direct.gov.uk/
The latest and widest range of public service information available. There's an extensive section for disabled people covering benefits, rights, education, health and support and much more.
Disabilitypositivejobs
Disability positive jobs part of the Diversityjobs network is a leading website portal bringing the best career opportunties for 
disabled workers in the United kingdom.
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Enable Together
http://www.enabletogether.co.uk/
This interactive information website aims to assist disabled people to lead a more independent life by empowering them with
knowledge and choice
Enable Together
http://www.enabletogether.co.uk/
This interactive information website aims to assist disabled people to lead a more independent life by empowering them with
knowledge and choice
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FES Cycling
| Information about FES (Functional Electrical Stimulation) and in particular FES Cycling. It may sound futuristic but it iis now possible to do this in your own home for the price of a good second hand family car! What exactly is FES I hear you ask? FES is a therapeutic activity that uses transcutaneous electrical current to initiate muscle contractions of paralysed lower limbs in persons who have sustained a spinal cord injury or been affected by stroke or MS. The order and strength of the muscle contractions are controlled by computer to generate the power to pedal a stationary cycle. The aim is not to provide passive motion - but to actively engage the muscles to generate muscle strength and improve fitness. It has the added advantage for people with little or no use of their lower limbs of allowing an aerobic workout without wearing out your upper limbs, which get enough wear and tear from using a wheelchair. There is now a version of the system available for upper body arms & shoulders. Worth a look! |  |
Films about disability
This site presents a detailed list of over 3,000 feature films & documentaries which involve in one way or another various disabilities. It is directed towards teachers, students and anyone who has an interest in how disability is represented in films. Films are listed in categories and Major and Minor films. Each film is either reviewed or includes a summary and links to further information.
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Inclusive Fitness Initiative
http://www.inclusivefitness.org/
A network of over 180 inclusive fitness facilities across England.
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General Health Information Sites
General Health Information Sites
Below is a list of websites that have information about a variety of disabilities and medical conditions
Directory of Patient Information Publications: www.patient.co.uk
The United Brachial Plexus Network www.ubpn.org
Britain's most comprehensive health website www.surgerydoor.co.uk
Spinal Injuries Association www.spinal.co.uk
NHS Direct on Line: www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
Arthritis Care: www.arthritiscare.org.ukAge Concern www.ace.org.uk
Carers support - Prices Trust www.carers.orgDyslexia (The British Assoc.) www.bda-dyslexia.org.uk
Pancreatitis Supporters Network www.pancreatitis.org.uk
National Institute for the Blind www.rnib.org.uk
Cerebral Palsy www.scope.org.uk
Stroke Association www.stroke.org.uk
Depression Alliance www.depressionalliance.org
MIND (the mental health charity) www.mind.org.uk
Samaritans www.samaritans.org.uk
Chronic Pain Foundation www.chronicpainfoundation.org
Alzheimer's Disease Society www.aeiou.co.uk/alzheimers
Arachnoiditis Trust www.arachnoiditis.co.uk
Assoc. for Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus www.asbah.org
Assoc. of Medical Research Charities www.amrc.org.uk
Cancer Research Campaign www.crc.org.uk
High Blood Pressure Foundation www.hbpf.org.uk
Lets Face It (help for the facially - different) www.lets-face-it.org.uk/
British Stammering Assoc. www.stammering.org
Diabetes UK www.diabetic.org.uk
National Osteoporosis Society www.nos.org.uk
For People with ME, CFS, PVS, CFIDS and Fibromyalgia www.ostrust.co.uk
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Inclusive Fitness Initiative
http://www.inclusivefitness.org/
A network of over 180 inclusive fitness facilities across England.
INSPIRE Foundation
http://www.inspire-foundation.org.uk/
Inspire exists to promote research into, and the development of electronic, mechanical and medical aids to assist people with spinal cord paralysis.
http://www.inspire-foundation.org.uk/
Inspire exists to promote research into, and the development of electronic, mechanical and medical aids to assist people with spinal cord paralysis.
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KINGKRAFT
Kingkraft is one of the UK's leading experts in specialist equipment for disabled adults and children. Best known for our bathroom products, which include solutions for bathing, toileting, showering and changing. We also provide sensory, seating and mobility products for children, and sell fun and practical accessories online.L
Living with Cerebral Palsy
http://www.livingwithcerebalpalsy.com/
A personal site sharing experiences
Living with Cerebral Palsy
http://www.livingwithcerebalpalsy.com/
A personal site sharing experiences
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Men's Health Forum
Too many men suffer unnecessarily poor health and die too young from preventable causes.
The Men’s Health Forum’s mission is to provide an independent and authoritative voice for male health and
to tackle the issues affecting the health and well-being of boys and men in England and Wales.
The Men’s Health Forum’s mission is to provide an independent and authoritative voice for male health and
to tackle the issues affecting the health and well-being of boys and men in England and Wales.
Mobilise - Disabled Drivers
Is a UK Charity that promotes mobility for disabled people
Multiple Sclerosis Trust www.mstrust.org.uk
The MS Trust is a UK charity, providing information for anyone affected by multiple sclerosis, education programmes for health professionals, funding for practical research and campaigning for specialist multiple sclerosis services.
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National Association of Bikers with a disability
National Association of Bikers with a disability
http://www.nabd.org.uk
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Ouch! BBC Internet Magazine
Ouch! is a website from the BBC that reflects the lives and experiences of disabled people.
It has articles, blogs, a very busy messageboard and an award-winning downloadable radio show -
It's aimed at those with a stakehold in disability: family, friends, professionals and, rather importantly,
disabled people themselves - without whom all this would be a bit meaningless
ORIGIN
www.origincare.com
ORIGIN is an experienced, specialist care agency providing, one-to-one, 24 hour, live-in care services for people with spinal cord injuries.
Origin also offers holiday accomodation on the French Catalan coast.........
L’Origine, a traditional townhouse in the beautiful
The ground floor, two bedroom apartment is level with the garden, parking area and a large terrace. The apartment sleeps 4-6 people and available to all yet is fully wheelchair accessible and equipped for people with a spinal injury, their family and carers.
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The Professional Carers Association (PCA) is a not-for-profit organization, a company limited by guarantee run by experienced carers and trainers in the health and social care industry in the UK.
We provide E-learning, a 24hrs a day listening ear for carers, quarterly free of charge e-newsletter to support and share information plus tax and legal advice for carers..
PROMOCON
PromoCon provides a national service, working as part of Disabled Living, Manchester to improve the life for all people with bladder or bowel problems by offering product information, advice and practical solutions to both professionals and the general public. PromoCon employs a multidisciplinary team of people who work with other services and organizations to develop improvements for people who have continence difficulties.
PromoCon offers a confidential helplineto provide impartial and unbiased information relating to continence products and services. The helpline is available to all people with bladder or bowel problems and their carers, healthcare professionals and to manufacturers of continence products. Helpline number is: 0161 834 2001
and it is open Monday – Friday 10am – 3pm.
List of useful links for professional organisations dealing with Continence issues:http://www.promocon.co.uk/links.shtml
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RADAR
12 City Forum
250 City Road,
London EC1V 8AF
Tel: 020 7250 3
Email:mailto:radar@radar.org.uk
Website: http://www.radar.org.uk/
It has produced a holiday guide book - Accessible Holidays in the British Isles - £8.00 This is not available in bookshops but it can be ordered from the above address. Alternatively, some public libraries do stock them. There is an on-line version of this book at http://www.radarsearch.org/
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RADAR
12 City Forum
250 City Road,
London EC1V 8AF
Tel: 020 7250 3
Email:mailto:radar@radar.org.uk
Website: http://www.radar.org.uk/
It has produced a holiday guide book - Accessible Holidays in the British Isles - £8.00 This is not available in bookshops but it can be ordered from the above address. Alternatively, some public libraries do stock them. There is an on-line version of this book at http://www.radarsearch.org/
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Spinal Injuries Association
The UK's national organisation for spinal cord injured (SCI) people. Representing all their interests regardless of how the impairment occurred, whether or not it has resulted in full or partial paralysis. They support all those who are affected by spinal cord injury, including the family and friends of the disabled person. Their motto is 'because life needn't stop when you're paralysed.'
Manfred Sauer UK strongly recommends anyone with a spinal cord injury to join this association as it provides a wealth of invaluable information and support for all aspects of SCI.
Spinal Injuries Scotland (SIS)
http://www.sisonline.org/
Information and support for the spinally injured.
Sportability
http://www.sportability.org.uk
Sportability uses sport and other challenging pursuits to effect positive psychological and physical change, re-build self-esteem and confidence for the spinally injured.
Shaw Trust
http://www.shaw-trust.org.uk/
Shaw Trust is a national charity providing training and work opportunities for people who are disadvantaged in the labour market due to disability, ill health or other social circumstances. We are the largest UK provider of employment services for disabled people.
http://www.shaw-trust.org.uk/
Shaw Trust is a national charity providing training and work opportunities for people who are disadvantaged in the labour market due to disability, ill health or other social circumstances. We are the largest UK provider of employment services for disabled people.
SCI Therapies
http://www.sci-therapies.info/
Icelandic Health Authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO) with the support of the Council of Europe have launched an international effort to accumulate information on various therapies and procedures that have the potential to restore function in people who have sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI).
http://www.sci-therapies.info/
Icelandic Health Authorities and the World Health Organization (WHO) with the support of the Council of Europe have launched an international effort to accumulate information on various therapies and procedures that have the potential to restore function in people who have sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI).
Stepsafe Walking Aids/Device:
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Trabasack is a functional wheelchair bag
Designed by a wheelchair user for wheelchair users. You've seen bean bag trays - this product takes the concept one step further by incorporating a useful bag that will old and protect anything from a laptop computer to your lunch! Comes with a variety of strapping options to secure it to your lap, back or chair.
Tourism for All
The Hawkins Suite
Enham Place
Enham Alamein
Andover SP11 6JS
Information - Tel: 0845 124 9971
E-mail: info@holidaycare.org
Website: http://www.tourismforall.org.uk/
A registered charity providing a wide range of travel and holiday information for disabled people. Up to 3 Holiday factsheets sent free of charge. Over and above postal charges are applicable.
The Hawkins Suite
Enham Place
Enham Alamein
Andover SP11 6JS
Information - Tel: 0845 124 9971
E-mail: info@holidaycare.org
Website: http://www.tourismforall.org.uk/
A registered charity providing a wide range of travel and holiday information for disabled people. Up to 3 Holiday factsheets sent free of charge. Over and above postal charges are applicable.
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Womens Heathy Living
Womens Heathy Living
General advice for Women about healthy living including related medical issues.