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SIA support network manager Gary on holiday in Vegas with family
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Stories

Welcome to our Travel Hub stories! Read More...

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What does travelling with confidence mean to you?

In this video we hear from our members as they talk about their most positive travel experience and share their top tips for travel and what helps them have a more positive experience. Read More...

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Manual Wheelchair Parts

Understanding the different parts of a manual wheelchair is important for selecting the right model, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring maximum comfort and efficiency during use. Read More...

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Wheelchair Cushion

It is important to make sure you have the right cushion to go with your wheelchair. This information explains why you need a cushion, the different types, how they can help you, how to look. Read More...

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Wheelchair and cushion maintenance

Taking care of your wheelchair and cushion is very important to make it last longer, be as comfortable as possible, and allow you to do what you want to do. Read More...

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Powered Wheelchair

A powered wheelchair is a wheeled mobility aid that has an electric motor and is usually controlled or driven by a single joystick on an arm rest, or other controls (like a chin control or. Read More...

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Train Travel (manual wheelchair)

Train travel can be a great way to travel locally, regionally, and internationally. As a convenient alternative to car and bus travel, train travel allows you to be independent and return to work and leisure. Read More...

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Air Travel: Managing your health pre and in flight

Once you have booked your flight, take some time to think about your health care needs and how you might need to prepare for these when flying Read More...

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Air Travel: Managing your mobility equipment

This page contains information on air travel and your mobility equipment whilst flying. It explains how your equipment is handled at an airport and what you can do to reduce the risk of damage or. Read More...

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Air Travel: At the airport

This page covers all the steps you need to think about from arriving at the airport to getting on a plane. Good planning and preparation are important to make your journey as smooth as possible. Read More...

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Air Travel: Preparation

This page contains information for people with spinal cord injury and cauda equina syndrome who want to travel by air. Good planning and preparation is important to make your journey as smooth as possible. Read More...

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Access All Areas Podcast (Episode 2 – Mental preparation)

In this episode we will be exploring the idea of emotional preparedness and building resilience for travel. Read More...

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