Disability Newsfeed for Disabled People, Parents, Carers, Occupational Therapists and AHPs

Dog owners Steven Cable, 61, and James McKenzie, 80, from King's Lynn, have teamed up on two sporty black  Vita mobility scooters  to continue helping the local community and friends in need.  Born in King's Lynn, Steven was a construction machinery operator and long distance lorry driver before taking early retirement following major spinal surgery. Steven now lives with many conditions that affect his health and mobility hence he needs a scooter to remain independent. ​Despite his day-to-day challenges Steven continues to look after Pepper Green Park by cleaning up litter and notifying the council about graffiti when travelling around on his rugged 8mph  Vita X mobility scooter . He also continues to campaign for more children's playground equipment. This commitment to looking after the local environment, made possible by his TGA scooter, has recently earned Steven a civic award from the council - 'Recognition of Outstanding Voluntary Services for the Bene...

Cliff Quinn, who lives in Cambridge, is 54 years old and has severe Osteoporosis.  Osteoporosis is a progressive bone disease that is characterised by a decrease in bone mass and density which can lead to an increased risk of fracture. Cliff's Osteoporosis has affected his daily life by severely restricting his walking capabilities and making standing impossible for him. Having such restricted mobility meant that going outdoors was not an option for a while. However, Cliff was determined not to become a prisoner in his own home and began researching the options that would enable him to regain his freedom.  With the aid of Motability Cliff decided that the  TGA Vita 4  mobility scooter would help him recover his independence and give him the opportunity to lead a more social life.... read more

Dog owner Steven Cable, 58 from King’s Lynn, is a dedicated Norfolk citizen with many disabilities who continues to clean his local park and campaign for improved facilities thanks to his new, rugged TGA Vita X mobility scooter with off-road capabilities. Steven was born in King’s Lynn and before having to take early retirement due to major spinal problems, he was a heavy-duty construction machinery operator and international long distance lorry driver. During a period of 30 years, Steven worked on numerous building projects that included construction of the M25, A14 and even the airport on the Falkland Islands. Steven now lives with restricted mobility and multiple conditions that include crushed spinal discs, IBS, Asthma and Basilar Artery Insufficiency. Despite his difficulties, Steven has spent the last few years dedicating every morning to cleaning and maintaining Pepper Green Park. Read more….