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These are things that have come up in previous meetings etc. that you might find useful:
Living with ataxia
| http://www.ataxia.org.uk/ |
Ataxia UK aim to support everyone affected by ataxia; people with the condition, their families, carers and friends. They also fund research into developing treatments - Their ultimate goal is to find a cure for the ataxias. |
| http://www.naidex.co.uk/ |
The UK's best events for inspirational independent living, providing visitors with the latest products and services in the rehabilitation and homecare industry. |
People who have ataxia
| http://matthewlaw.co.uk/ |
I have designed this site as a means of support and information for those people with an interest in Friedreich's Ataxia and for disabled travellers considering foriegn travel. |
| http://ohbother.co.uk/ |
Katie writes about how ataxia affects her. |
Travel
| http://www.allcleartravel.co.uk/ |
A travel insurance designed for those with pre-excisting conditions. |
| http://www.wheelchair friendlyholiday.co.uk/ |
Matthew, a member of our group, has a villa there which has been modified by two people with ataxia who have a combined experience of over 40 years of living life from a wheelchair. It has been so well thought out for a wheelchair user/someone with ataxia that it takes away the stresses of staying in standard accessible places. |
| http://www.switchsticks.com/ |
These lightweight walkers can be folded and stowed easily in overhead lockers on aircraft etc. |
| http://joby.com/gorillapod/ |
This is a camera tripod which has bendy feet and it sits snugly on the arm rest of a wheelchair – the Gorilla Pod would be dead handy on holiday. |
Exercise
| http://www.efds.co.uk/ |
At many gyms now they have instructors who are trained in inclusive fitness – pop your post code into this site and you might be surprised what’s available in your area. |
| http://www.medimotion.co.uk/ |
This is a passive, assisted or fully active exercise bike with hand cycle (optional) for people with limited mobility which can be used from a chair or wheelchair. |
Leisure
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