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The ableMove Christmas Gift Guide 2025 – Christmas Sale!

December 8, 2025|Latest, News|

Inclusive gifts that make life easier, safer, and more joyful Looking for a gift that’s thoughtful and practical? Something that says "I see you. I support your independence. I want you to feel confident in your everyday life"? You're in the right place. At ableMove, every product is designed

ableSling vs ableSling Lite: Features, Differences, and How to Choose the Right Transfer Sling

November 26, 2025|Latest, Resources|

ableMove Transfer Slings: ableSling vs ableSling Lite For wheelchair users to transfer safely, choosing the correct sling is crucial. ableMove offers two high-quality options: the ableSling and the ableSling Lite. Both provide safe, dignified transfers, but differ in design, features, and intended use. This guide explains the differences to

Win a Free Copy of Put Can’t in Your Pocket and Pull Out Try

November 14, 2025|Latest, New Product Releases|

At ableMove, we believe that trying is everything. Every time someone says “I can’t” and finds the courage to try anyway, it deserves to be celebrated. That’s the message behind our new children’s book, Put Can’t in Your Pocket and Pull Out Try - and it’s also the heart of

Visit ableMove at Kidz to Adultz North – 3rd December

November 14, 2025|Events, Latest|

We’re getting ready for an exciting day at Kidz to Adultz North, taking place on 3rd December at Exhibition Centre Liverpool. Come and find us at Stand A15, where you’ll be able to: Explore the brand-new ableSling Lite+ – removable transfer sling Try out the ableDry wheelchair covers – keeping

Big News – I’ve Written a Children’s Book!

October 6, 2025|Latest, New Product Releases, News|

After 1.5 years of planning behind the scenes, I can finally share a secret I’ve been keeping close to my chest… I’ve written a children’s book! It’s called 'Put Can’t in Your Pocket and Pull Out Try” – and it’s a true story with a simple yet powerful message that

First AbleSling Lite+ Training Sessions Delivered at Manchester and Cornwall Airports

August 1, 2025|Latest, New Product Releases, Travel|

We’re proud to share a significant milestone in the ableSling Lite+ rollout - our first two aviation-specific moving and handling training sessions have now been delivered at Manchester Airport and Cornwall Airport Newquay. This training is part of our partnership with Emergency Evacuation Equipment and Training (3ET). It has been

Building Airport Accessibility That Moves at the Speed of Demand

June 30, 2025|Latest, Travel|

The latest CAA accessibility report (CAP3117) on airport performance offers valuable insight, but no big surprises in my opinion. Demand for assistance services has been rising year-on-year for some time now. Around 5.5 million passengers requested assistance at UK airports last year, which is nearly double what we saw

Making Air Travel Accessible for All: Insights from the ICAO Accessibility Symposium

December 11, 2024|Events, Latest, News|

Last week, I had the privilege of attending and speaking at the ICAO/IATA/ACI Accessibility Symposium on Air Travel in Montréal. I represented the voices of wheelchair users in the panel discussion, "Voices of experience: Stories from passengers with disabilities." It was an incredible opportunity to advocate for greater inclusion in

Groundbreaking Report Highlights Gaps in Air Travel for Passengers with Postural Support Needs

December 2, 2024|Latest, News, Research|

A new report, Insights into the Flying Experience of People with Postural Seating Needs, commissioned by Driving Mobility and conducted by ableMove with funding from the Department for Transport (DfT), reveals critical challenges faced by passengers with postural needs during air travel. Based on data from 151 passengers, healthcare

ableMove UK Recognised as a 2024 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards Winner

November 19, 2024|Awards, Latest|

ableMove UK Recognised as a 2024 Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards Winner ableMove UK, a South West-based accessible travel aid company, is thrilled to announce that they have been named a winner of the prestigious Allica Bank Great British Entrepreneur Awards in the Purpose Entrepreneur of the Year

Fined to innovate – Is this the new airline accessibility tax?

October 23, 2024|News, Travel|

In a landmark decision announced today, the U.S. Department of Transportation has fined American Airlines $50 million for failing to adequately serve passengers with disabilities, in this case, those who travel with mobility aids. While this fine is a wake-up call for airlines, have other stakeholders across the industry got

ableSling vs ableSling Lite: Features, Differences, and How to Choose the Right Transfer Sling

November 26, 2025|Latest, Resources|

ableMove Transfer Slings: ableSling vs ableSling Lite For wheelchair users to transfer safely, choosing the correct sling is crucial.

812, 2025

The ableMove Christmas Gift Guide 2025 – Christmas Sale!

December 8, 2025|Latest, News|

Inclusive gifts that make life easier, safer, and more joyful Looking for a gift that’s thoughtful and practical? Something that says "I see you. I support your independence. I want you to feel confident in your everyday life"? You're in the right place. At ableMove, every product is designed

2611, 2025

ableSling vs ableSling Lite: Features, Differences, and How to Choose the Right Transfer Sling

November 26, 2025|Latest, Resources|

ableMove Transfer Slings: ableSling vs ableSling Lite For wheelchair users to transfer safely, choosing the correct sling is crucial. ableMove offers two high-quality options: the ableSling and the ableSling Lite. Both provide safe, dignified transfers, but differ in design, features, and intended use. This guide explains the differences to

1411, 2025

Win a Free Copy of Put Can’t in Your Pocket and Pull Out Try

November 14, 2025|Latest, New Product Releases|

At ableMove, we believe that trying is everything. Every time someone says “I can’t” and finds the courage to try anyway, it deserves to be celebrated. That’s the message behind our new children’s book, Put Can’t in Your Pocket and Pull Out Try - and it’s also the heart of

1411, 2025

Visit ableMove at Kidz to Adultz North – 3rd December

November 14, 2025|Events, Latest|

We’re getting ready for an exciting day at Kidz to Adultz North, taking place on 3rd December at Exhibition Centre Liverpool. Come and find us at Stand A15, where you’ll be able to: Explore the brand-new ableSling Lite+ – removable transfer sling Try out the ableDry wheelchair covers – keeping

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