The lack of data on wheelchair use makes it hard for the NHS and government to improve services.
We’re inviting proposals from organisations to support the creation of a UK-wide survey into the experiences of wheelchair users and their families. ⬇️ motabilityfoundation.org.uk/…
Last month, we joined @MotabilityOps at Motability Scheme Live in Birmingham.
Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello and find out more about the support we provide through grant-making.
Thank you to all our volunteers for helping make the event such a success. 👏
ALT A group of Motability Foundation colleagues are posing in front of a branded Motability Foundation stand at the Motability Scheme Live event. They are all facing the camera and smiling.
In the back row is Ian, Katie, Will, Tracie, Claire and Dawn and in the front way is Tom, Rae, Cheryl and Barry.
Have seen Bupa’s giant mural on Waterloo bridge?
The massive installation is a part of their ‘Express Your Health’ global campaign - the core message being creative expression is an essential pillar of clinical wellness.
Read more ⬇️
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Photo: Jeff Moore
It's #WorldBicycleDay, and we're proud to be pedalling forward with @WeAreCyclingUK 🚲
Through our grant funding, we’ve supported The Inclusive Cycling Experience - helping disabled people enjoy the benefits of cycling by removing barriers.
Learn more ⬇️
bit.ly/4e1Lva7
ALT Four people are cycling on a path in a park. They are using a range of adapted cycles. It is a sunny day and there are trees and grass in the background.
When bus infrastructure is not built with accessibility at the forefront, millions are impacted, with consequences for every area of their lives.
Accessibility needs to be built into the design and not added as an afterthought.
Read via @BBCNews ⬇️ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c8xw…
For Charlene, having a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) for Gino means they can make important journeys with ease. But it also means their family can enjoy days out, meals, swimming and little holidays.
Read Gino's story ⬇️
bit.ly/4dDjbMj#TransportEquity
ALT A graphic with a light blue background. Theres a quote which reads "We would be completely lost without our Motability car and service. I am not sure what we'd do without the grant."
On the bottom left is a picture of Charlene and her son Gino who is sat in his wheelchair. They are walking in front of their wheelchair accessible vehicle.
The bottom right it says: "Charlene, Gino's mum" in purple text.
Chelsea Fleming (Programme Director) reflects on our project Future Journeys, in partnership with @RNIB, and how co-creation is the key to creating accessible transport.
Read the full blog ⬇️
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"It gives you that sense of freedom."
Through our Inclusive Cycling Experience programme in Inverness, Davie and Fiona found adapted cycles that helped them get back to riding and enjoying the outdoors again.
Read their story 👇
cyclinguk.org/ice-davie-fion…
Thank you @Motability for giving our project a spotlight on Global Accessibility Awareness Day. If you haven't done so already please do check out our extensive travel resources on spinal.co.uk/travel-hub/#GAAD
This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we're highlighting @spinalinjuries
SIA received a grant to help with their Travel Confidence Project for an accessible travel hub featuring information from both healthcare professionals and lived experience. #GAADmotabilityfoundation.org.uk/…
Today is #WorldIBDDay 💜
Steph’s story highlights the real impact of inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn’s - showing how they can affect not just physical health, but the confidence, planning, and mental load behind everyday travel. @CrohnsColitisUKmotabilityfoundation.org.uk/…
Bernadette's experience with synovial sarcoma and her right leg amputation led her to co-found Wrapsthetic, a company that makes custom wraps for prosthetics and disability aids, turning them into a fashion statement.
Read ➡️ bit.ly/4tySmNX
📸: Courtesy of Wrapsthetic
From January 2027, @NFTSFilmTV's Beaconsfield campus will have nine new accessible rooms, giving physically disabled students the opportunity to live and study on site.
Photo: Courtesy of NFTS motabilityfoundation.org.uk/…
This article highlights the importance of accessible public transport and the barriers many disabled people still face.
We believe everyone should be able to make the journeys they choose, when they choose, wherever they are based. #TransportEquitybbc.co.uk/news/articles/c332…
Accidents can happen, so knowing how to get back into your wheelchair safely matters 🧡 In our final skills tutorial, Mark guides the team through an assisted scoop lift.
📱 Download our App to see more - backuptrust.org.uk/support-f…
With thanks to @Motability and @TrirideUK.
Transport systems do not work for everyone. We want to change that.
In partnership with @RNIB, Nyla’s Journey reimagines inclusive transport and was co-created with transport leaders and people with lived experience.
Watch the full film here: 🎥 bit.ly/4d3GGgZ