Tag: cane

• Inclusion Isn’t Scary

  

  Popping into your inbox with a fun find for the fall!

  aprilbarcalow

  October 7, 2024

  Fashion and Accessories

  cane, crutches, disability, disability awareness, fall, fashion, Halloween, inclusion, mobility device, speaking machine, speech generating device, tshirt, walking cane, wheelchair

• Back-to-School Items that Make Spoonie Life Easier

  

  You may think the back to school sales are only for classroom-bound kids, but what if I told you the stores are FULL of really useful items for those of us with chronic illness? Here are some of the things you might want to watch for this time of year!

  aprilbarcalow

  August 15, 2023

  Fashion and Accessories, House and Home, Livable for Kids, Medical Equipment, Personal Care

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• Making Hiking Accessible

  

  Here are some of my tips to help you find ways to enjoy the great outdoors if you have limited mobility, fatigue, or pain. Let the adventuring begin!

  aprilbarcalow

  September 20, 2022

  Hobbies and Recreation

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• Accessible Eastern Canada

  

  Read about some of my favorite accessible attractions in Eastern Canada, with great destinations for the whole family!

  aprilbarcalow

  June 21, 2022

  Hobbies and Recreation

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• Creating Accessible Entryways

  

  Clutter and accessibility can be major stumbling blocks (literally!) in the entryway if you live with chronic illness or disability. Here are a few ideas to help you tame the foyer and make it work for you.

  aprilbarcalow

  February 15, 2022

  House and Home

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• Walking Canes That Are Anything But Boring

  

  A walking cane is so much more than a medical device. Here are a handful of my favorite canes that make a statement.

  aprilbarcalow

  February 10, 2022

  Medical Equipment

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