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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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| 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! |  |
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 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 (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.
Contact a family - For families with disabled children
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/
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.
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.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.
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.
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
| 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! |  |
General Health Information Sites
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.
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.
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.Living with Cerebral Palsy
http://www.livingwithcerebalpalsy.com/
A personal site sharing experiences
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
National Association of Bikers with a disability
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..
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 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.
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.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).
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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