Sam Harris, who has cerebral palsy, talks about dating with a disability and the misconceptions around dating a disabled person. The post “Can you date someone with cerebral palsy?” Yes of course! appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

Many of us love playing games, puzzles and activity apps to help us relax and unwind. But how easy are these for disabled people to use? Many games require two hands and the use of multiple buttons, which is difficult for those who have dexterity issues. Some have no audio or the ability to magnify, … The post 27 fun accessible game and activity apps for disabled people appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

In the ever-evolving landscape of online dating, niche markets have risen prominently to cater to a diverse array of preferences and needs. Among these, disability dating sites have carved out a critical space, offering individuals with disabilities a platform to find companionship, love, and support. Since our last update in 2018, the digital world has … The post Disability dating sites: we round up the best appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

We put together a list of 10 films with disabled characters played by disabled actors and disability documentaries you should watch over these winter months. The post 16 films and documentaries with disabled characters played by disabled actors appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

UPDATED 2024  – The Top Ten Influential Disabled Women in the UK 10 Influential Women with Disabilities to Follow in 2024 Key Takeaways Table Name Role Followers Achievements Katie Piper Best-selling Author, TV Presenter 1.4 Million Advocate for burn victims, Founder of the Katie Piper Foundation Sophie Morgan TV Presenter, Co-founder of Making Space 121,000 … The post Top Ten Influential Disabled Women in Britain appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

Looking for something accessible to do this bank holiday weekend? How about exploring an accessible walk or nature reserve? Take a look at these 5 accessible outdoor beauty spots to visit this weekend. The post 5 accessible walks and nature reserves across the UK for anyone with a disability appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

Many of us love playing games, puzzles and activity apps to help us relax and unwind. But how easy are these for disabled people to use? Many games require two hands and the use of multiple buttons, which is difficult for those who have dexterity issues. Some have no audio or the ability to magnify, … The post 25 fun accessible game and activity apps for disabled people appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

The word ‘disability’ is a broad term, but there are beliefs and misconceptions still widely held today that cross many borders. We share five common myths, and falsities that could change every day of the week. Although we can make light of some of the more ridiculous myths, the consequences are not always so easy … The post 44 common myths and misconceptions about disability appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

Throughout history and the generations, disabled people have been referred to in a variety of ways. Even in society and the media today, there are still disagreements and misunderstandings as to which words and phrases are acceptable, and which most certainly aren’t. Our writer, Emma Purcell, has done some research into the definitions, origins and … The post What is acceptable disability terminology? appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more

We’ve covered the top 10 female and top 10 male disabled celebrities, many of which are based in the UK. So we thought it was about time we celebrated those disabled celebs from across the world.  Video created using Invideo.io. Can you think of any other disabled celebrities from across the world? Leave your comments … The post Top 10 disabled celebrities from across the world appeared first on Disability Horizons ..read more