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Disability History Month – a letter to my younger self | AccessAble

Posted on 02/12/2023 by Rock For Disability

The theme for this year’s Disability History Month is “Children and Youth”. To mark the occasion, AccessAble Ambassador Emma Purcell has written a letter to her younger self, highlighting the achievements and challenges she has faced as a disabled person.

5 accessibility features to help browse the AccessAble App on your device

Posted on 30/07/202110/07/2022 by Rock For Disability

AccessAble Champion Emma Purcell has reviewed the AccessAble App and lists five of the most useful accessibility features to use when browsing the App on iOS and Android devices.

AccessAble’s Guide to Blind Friendly Video Calls

Posted on 08/01/202131/12/2021 by Rock For Disability

Everyone’s meeting online – via Zoom, Teams, Skype and FaceTime – the world has never been more connected. But how can you ensure that virtual meetings and video calls are accessible to blind and visually impaired people? AccessAble Champion Emma Purcell gives us her top tips on blind friendly video calls.

A mother’s care, something to appreciate | AccessAble

Posted on 22/03/202005/03/2022 by Rock For Disability

To celebrate Mother’s Day, Emma shares her personal story of trying to live independently but still receiving support from her mother.

AccessAble Champion: One year anniversary

Posted on 15/11/201915/05/2022 by Rock For Disability

In November 2018, Emma became an AccessAble Champion for Hampshire. One year on, she looks back at her time working for the team, shares some information about the Access Guides and roundsup her blogs and videos from 2019.

Celebrate World Tourism Day with AccessAble

Posted on 27/09/201915/05/2022 by Rock For Disability

27th September is World Tourism Day. AccessAble Champion Emma Purcell, who is blind and uses a wheelchair, takes us on a trip to her local nature reserve using the AccessAble App to navigate accessible facilities.

Establishing programmes in Hampshire with AccessAble

Posted on 09/08/201915/05/2022 by Rock For Disability

As AccessAble Champion, Emma was given the opportunity to arrange and attend meetings with local councillors to discuss the benefits of Access Guides in our local areas.

How AccessAble is helping wheelchair users with sight loss find their freedom | AccessAble

Posted on 09/08/201915/05/2022 by Rock For Disability

Emma shares how AccessAble can help wheelchair users with sight loss find freedom.

AccessAble Review: Gunwharf Quays in Portsmouth | AccessAble

Posted on 03/05/201915/05/2022 by Rock For Disability

As AccessAble Champion for Hampshire, Emma was invited to visit Gunwharf Quays shopping centre to do some filming and review their access guide.

Assistive Tech Tips: AccessAble app review

Posted on 01/03/201915/05/2022 by Rock For Disability

Emma shares her own AccessAble app review while visiting Basingstoke Festival Place Shopping Centre and the benefits of the Detailed Access Guides.

How Accessible Cycling Helped One Woman Regain Her Independence 30/12/2024
Debbie Cooper Jones has experienced the “sheer joy and freedom” of getting out on the National Cycle Network. An RAF veteran who regained her independence through accessible cycling hopes to inspire others. The post How Accessible Cycling Helped One Woman Regain Her Independence appeared first on Crip Life™.
Emma Purcell
Support Crip Life™ This Christmas 24/12/2024
Christmas is a time for giving and receiving and supporting those in need. Here at Crip Life™, we want to continue to give you the best quality content, interesting stories, valuable advice and professional service. But to achieve this, we need your support. The post Support Crip Life™ This Christmas appeared first on Crip Life™.
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Wellcome Collection 2025: Exhibitions Focusing On Disability, Health, Medicine And Human Experience 19/12/2024
Wellcome Collection, a free museum and library in London, has announced its 2025 programme of exhibitions and installations, which focuses on disability and health. The post Wellcome Collection 2025: Exhibitions Focusing On Disability, Health, Medicine And Human Experience appeared first on Crip Life™.
Emma Purcell
Nimbus Disability And Principality Stadium Celebrate Bronze Award For Accessibility Initiative Of The Year At Essma Stadium Industry Awards 17/12/2024
The Principality Stadium in Cardiff has earned recognition for its innovative approach to accessibility thanks to its partnership with Nimbus Disability. The post Nimbus Disability And Principality Stadium Celebrate Bronze Award For Accessibility Initiative Of The Year At Essma Stadium Industry Awards appeared first on Crip Life™.
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Setting Purple Sectors: F1 Commentator Chris McCarthy Driving Disability Fundraising Into The 21st Century 11/12/2024
Racing fan Harry Smith attended Setting Purple Sectors, a unique charity event hosted by F1 Commentator Chris McCarthy in support of Young Epilepsy. The post Setting Purple Sectors: F1 Commentator Chris McCarthy Driving Disability Fundraising Into The 21st Century appeared first on Crip Life™.
Harry Smith