Venue to Virtual The Disabled Living Collective
FREE EVENT!
40+ EXHIBITORS
LIVE Q&A
Week Commencing 28th June 2021 A showcase for people of all ages with disabilities and additional needs, their families and all the professionals who support them.
www.disabledliving.co.uk
info@disabledliving.co.uk
0161 214 4592
Kidz to Adultz is a Trademark registered to Disabled Living. Registered charity no: 224742
Welcome Venue to Virtual – The Disabled Living Collective From Monday 28th June Are you supporting someone with a disability or additional needs of any age? Then this free virtual showcase is for you!
What is it? A FREE virtual event featuring over 40 of the most prestigious and award-winning companies and organisations, demonstrating their equipment and highlighting their services.
Who is it for? People of all ages with disabilities and additional needs, their relatives, parents, carers and all the professionals who support them.
Why are we doing it? Whether you are an adult living with a disability, are supporting a child or young person with a disability, or are a professional providing support and care, we want to give you a space to view the most advanced equipment and services all in one place. The Venue to Virtual format tailors this to your individual needs and interests. Building on years of specialist exhibition experience focussing on children and young people, the team were determined to respond to the need of a broader audience. The result is the June 2021 Venue to Virtual event.
How do I register? To keep up to date with the latest news on Venue to Virtual – The Disabled Living Collective, you can register via the button below.
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Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk
Tel: 0161 214 4592
www.disabledliving.co.uk
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Your chance to win £100 Love2shop vouchers! When you register as a visitor onto our FREE Venue to Virtual event, you will be entered into our prize draw!
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The winner will be announced in August on Kidz to Adultz social channels, and notified by email. For more information on terms and conditions, please contact us: info@disabledliving.co.uk
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How to use Venue to Virtual
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How to use the chat facility
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At a glance timetable
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Exhibitor information
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Magazine rack
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE FOR FREE!
Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk
Tel: 0161 214 4592
www.disabledliving.co.uk
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How to Use Venue to Virtual To register for this event, click this link and complete the required fields: venuetovirtual.disabledliving.co.uk/register/ Once you have created your account these are the details you will use to log into the event once it is live from 10am on 28th June.
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Once you have registered to attend the event, you will be sent a reminder email with a link to the site prior to the event. Once you have logged in you will see the timetable on our home page, as seen below:-
Each exhibitor’s web page will go live at their allocated day and timeslot, you can partake in as many time slots as you like.
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Select the day and a drop-down menu will appear for all exhibitor’s time slots for that day. You also have have the option to filter by category.
Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk
Tel: 0161 214 4592
www.disabledliving.co.uk
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Select the exhibitor and time slot you wish to interact with, this will open their exhibitors page remember slots will only go live at their allocated time. This will bring you to the exhibitor’s webpage. See example below -
Here you will be able to watch exhibitor’s videos, download their PDFs, ask questions using the Q&A chat facility, email them direct using the ‘Click & Connect’ exhibitors button, link with them on their social media etc.
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The Q&A chat facility will only be available during the exhibitor’s allocated time slot. Exhibitor's webpages including videos, PDFs will remain on the website until 30th July 2021. You can watch and re-watch their videos and download their PDFs at your leisure.
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The CLICK & CONNECT button allows you to contact the exhibitors directly via their email from their exhibitor page. It’s a great way of contacting each exhibitors if you don’t want to use the Q&A chat or once that facility is no longer live, particularly if you have any further questions about their presentation or their products. Simply press on the Click & Connect icon and this will begin your enquiry via email to your chosen exhibitor.
Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk
Tel: 0161 214 4592
www.disabledliving.co.uk
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How to Use the Q&A Chat Facility The Q&A chat facility sits to the right of the video. There are two tabs, Q&A and Polls. Ensure you are on the Q&A tab to view all questions To ask a question: You have the option to remain anonymous or add your name. To add your name, click into “type your question” Click and type your question(s) in the box provided and press the green send button.
Your question will pop up in the feed. The exhibitors will reply directly to your question(s). Please allow some time for a response as they may be dealing with a number of questions during their slot. Feel free to ask as many questions as you like and watch out for the Kidz to Adultz Team announcements during the live Q&A chat!
Exhibitor’s Polls may pop up during the live Q&A chat. To participate in polls: A poll notification will popup. Click the Polls tab and complete the onscreen questions. Click the Q&A tab to return to the chat facility.
If you have any questions, queries etc. please contact The Kidz to Adultz Team at Disabled Living who will be more than happy to assist. Please call 0161 214 4592 or email info@disabledliving.co.uk Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk
Tel: 0161 214 4592
www.disabledliving.co.uk
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At-a-glance timetable Monday 28th June 10am
10.30am
11am
Centrobed
Simple Stuff Works
Theraposture Ltd
11.30am
The Movement Centre
1.30pm
Wizzybug Loan Scheme
2pm
2.30pm
TBC Conversions The Disabled Living Collective: Magazine RackUK Bladder & Bowel Kidz to Adultz Events Equipz Enablement Helpline Redbank House
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At-a-glance timetable Tuesday 29th June
10.30am
11am
11.30am
1.30pm
2pm
Disabled Living
Theraposture Ltd
Simple Stuff Works
Quest 88 Ltd
Medpage T/A Easylink UK
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At-a-glance timetable Wednesday 30th June 10.30am
11am
11.30am
12pm
1pm
1.30pm
2pm
MacGregor Healthcare Ltd
TENA
TensCare Ltd
Manfred Sauer Ltd
Vyne
Bladder & Bowel UK
iMEDicare Ltd Magazine Rack
2.30pm
3pm 12
Geberit
Viveca Biomed Ltd
At-a-glance timetable Thursday 1st July
10.30am
11am
11.30am
12pm
1.30pm
2pm
2.30pm
Centrobed
Theraposture Ltd VELA - Bennett Workplace Solutions Kingsley Napley
Megan Baker House Ltd
Queen Alexandra College (QAC)
Ambito Care and Education Magazine Rack
3pm
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Derwen College
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Exhibitor Information Monday 28th June 10am - Centrobed Centrobed bespoke beds and cots are modular and recyclable. Made to your individual requirements, designed to promote independence and cut the cost of caring. Centrobed can assist in solving even the most difficult situations. Turning, profiling, standing, high/low are just some of the actions that can be built into a bed. We are delighted to be showcasing a selection of our paediatric beds and cots to demonstrate how our products change lives for both the product user and their families. A customer case study also promotes one of our turning beds. We are proud to feature our new turning bed which grows at 3 stages, suitable from child to adult. Tel: 01233 635 353 Email: sales@centrobed.com Website: www.centrobed.com Address: Anglo House, Wotton Road, Kent, TN23 6LN
10.30am - Simple Stuff Works We are an online therapeutic positioning equipment company. We provide award winning positioning systems for children and adults across the UK and internationally alongside accredited training, advice and support. Contact us to find out more! Join us on our video chat which will take you through our equipment and assessment process. Find out how online assessments and reviews are providing therapists and families with the support needed to successfully implement therapeutic positioning! Tel: 01827 307 870 Email: gavin@simplestuffworks.co.uk Website: www.simplestuffworks.com Address: Unit A, Meltex House, Kepler, Tamworth, B79 7XE
11am - Theraposture Ltd Celebrating 40-years in 2021, Theraposture is a family-run business based in Wiltshire that specialises in bespoke adjustable beds, chairs and care cots for disabled adults and children. Understanding why Theraposture adjustable cot beds are the considered choice for families and healthcare professionals. Presented by Liam Braddell, Theraposture Director and Shaun Masters, Occupational Therapist.
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Exhibitor Information Monday 28th June 11am - Theraposture (cont.) Tel: 01373 823 030 Email: info@theraposture.co.uk Website: www.theraposture.co.uk/ Address: Kingdom Avenue, Northacre Industrial Park, Westbury, Wilts, BA13 4WE
11.30am - The Movement Centre The Movement Centre is a UK charity and specialist treatment centre. We are dedicated to supporting children and their families, by providing a life changing therapy for children living with additional needs. In our presentation, see how Wilson loves coming to The Movement Centre and showing off his new found skills! Tel: 01691 404 248 Email: info@themovementcentre.co.uk Website: www.the-movement-centre.co.uk Address: Building 106, RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital, Gobowen, SY10 7AG
1.30pm - Wizzybug Loan Scheme Designability is a national charity, that creates and provides products that enable disabled people to live with greater choice and independence. We follow a user centred design approach to create products with and for disabled people to improve and enrich their lives. It’s not just about products that people need, but products they want to use. We deliver choice by involving disabled people across our organisation and throughout the design process to create innovative product solutions not available elsewhere. We are Designability – a national charity providing powered wheelchairs to very young children through our FREE Wizzybug Loan Scheme. Find out more about how we support families across the UK and Northern Ireland. Tel: 01225 824 103 Email: wizzybugot@designability.org.uk Website: www.designability.org.uk Address: Department D1, Wolfson Centre, Royal United Hospital, Bath, BA1 3NG
2pm - TBC Conversions From wheelchair accessible vehicles, to specialist commercial and private hire adapted transport, we convert every vehicle with intelligence, empathy and care. At TBC Mobility Conversions, we'll get you on the road to the next stage of your journey.
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Exhibitor Information Monday 28th June 2pm - TBC Conversions (cont.) TBC Conversions is an accessible vehicle conversion company operating throughout the UK and Ireland. Working with all major vehicle manufacturers, we convert and adapt accessible vehicles across a wide range of private and business sectors. Tel: 0151 3346 487 Email: laura@tbcconversions.com Website: www.tbcconversions.com Address: Unit 3, Brunel Road, Bromborough, Birkenhead, Wirral, CH62 3NY
The Disabled Living Collective Monday 28th June at 2.30pm & Tuesday 29th June at 10.30am Disabled Living Disabled Living (organisers of the Kidz to Adultz events) is a registered charity which was established in 1897. We are a leading organisation which provide impartial information and advice about equipment and services for disabled individuals, their families and carers. In addition, we have a range of resources to support our specialist teams. We also work closely with the commercial sector to showcase equipment designed for those with disabilities and additional needs.We are comprised of different teams to help provide an all-encompassing service. This includes Bladder & Bowel UK, Redbank House, Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions, Training and Equipz. Find out about the work of Disabled Living, and how its services can provide support for you. Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.disabledliving.com Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Manchester, M28 2LY Bladder & Bowel UK Bladder & Bowel UK is part of the national charity Disabled Living. We aim to provide information, advice and support to people with bladder and bowel issues and to their, families, carers and the professionals who support them.
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Bladder & Bowel UK provides information, advice and support for people affected by a bladder and/or bowel issue. Toilet training can be difficult for children with autism, learning disability or other additional needs, but understanding the causes of the problems can help to work out the best way to support them to become as independent as possible with this important skill.
Exhibitor Information Monday 28th June at 2.30pm & Tuesday 29th June at 10.30am Bladder & Bowel UK (cont.) Tel: 0161 214 4591 Email: bbuk@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.bbuk.org.uk Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, M28 2LY
Redbank House Redbank House is part of the charity Disabled Living and is based in Cheetham, North Manchester. The large venue offers a variety of facilities including sensory rooms, meeting rooms and office space. Our venue is modern and accessible, with the flexibility to accommodate to our clients’ needs. Video Description: Shining a light on businesses in the North West, disabled children and adults, elderly people, carers, and professionals Tel: 0161 214 5959 Email: info@redbankhouse.com Website: www.redbankhouse.com/ Address: Redbank House, St Chad's Street, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M8 8QA Training at Disabled Living Disabled Living has been involved in training healthcare professionals since the 1950’s. We have many years experience training healthcare professionals, carers, families, companies, Local Authorities, NHS Trusts, schools and more. Shining a light on businesses in the North West, disabled children and adults, elderly people, carers, and professionals Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: training@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.disabledliving.co.uk/training Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, M28 2LY
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Exhibitor Information Monday 28th June at 2.30pm & Tuesday 29th June at 10.30am Enablement Helpline Our team comprises occupational therapists, moving and handling specialists, physiotherapists, nurses, continence specialists and knowledgeable information coordinators. They respond to enquiries throughout the UK via our helpline and website, with some people opting to make an appointment to visit the Disabled Living Centre for a free equipment assessment. Offering services including access audits and private occupational therapy assessments and more, and advice on all equipment and services for independent living. Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: info@redbankhouse.com Website: www.disabledliving.co.uk/equipment/ Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, M28 2LY Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions Disabled Living has an excellent reputation of organising the very prestigious Kidz to Adultz event since 2001 and now hold five of the largest FREE UK exhibitions totally dedicated to children and young adults up to 25 years with disabilities and additional needs, their parents, carers and all the professionals who support and work with them. These FREE exhibitions are a one stop shop for the most up to date advice and information on mobility, funding, seating, beds, communication, sensory, transition, education, housing, employment, accessible vehicles, transport, style, sports, leisure and much, much more. Tel: 0161 214 4592 Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, M28 2LY
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Exhibitor Information Tuesday 29th June 11am - Theraposture Ltd Celebrating its 40th year in 2021, Theraposture is an award-winning specialist in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots for adults and children. It is a respected, ethical supplier that works closely with OTs to ensure positive outcomes for all. Theraposture's presentation focusses on "understanding why Theraposture adjustable cot beds are the considered choice for families and healthcare professionals." Presented by Shaun Masters, Occupational Therapist, and Liam Braddell, Theraposture Director. Tel: 01373 823 030 Email: info@theraposture.co.uk Website: www.theraposture.co.uk Address: Kingdom Avenue, Northacre Industrial Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4WE
11.30am - Simple Stuff Works We are an online therapeutic positioning equipment company. We provide award winning positioning systems for children and adults across the UK and internationally alongside accredited training, advice and support. Contact us to find out more! Join us on our video chat which will take you through our equipment and assessment process. Find out how online assessments and reviews are providing therapists and families with the support needed to successfully implement therapeutic positioning! Tel: 01827 307 870 Email: gavin@simplestuffworks.co.uk Website: www.simplestuffworks.com Address: Unit A, Meltex House, Kepler, Tamworth, B79 7XE
1.30pm - Quest 88 Ltd Quest therapy and mobility products for children are designed to assist and support physical development. Our equipment is practical and functional to help therapists and parents to achieve their desired aims with as little fuss as possible. HAPPY REHAB is a unique dynamic stander which is built on the interaction between the user and the system. Users play specially designed computer games, using specific movements that activate specific muscle groups. Tel: 01952 463 050 Email: robert.henshaw@quest88.com Website: www.quest88.com Address: Aston Street, Shifnal, Shropshire, TF11 8DW
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Tuesday 29th June 2pm - Medpage Ltd T/A EasyLink UK Medpage-Easylink UK was established in 1984. Our passion for creating useful technologies is as strong today as it has ever been. We introduced the very first Epilepsy seizure monitor more than 25 years ago to include a wireless parent alarm receiver. Medpage manufacture and distribute a comprehensive range of care technologies for Epilepsy, Special Needs, Senior Care, Dementia and Falls Prevention. Our products are designed to be effective, reliable and affordable. Tel: 01536 264 869 Email: grant@easylinkuk.co.uk Website: www.easylinkuk.co.uk Address: 3 Melbourne House, Corby Gate Business Park, Corby, Northants, NN17 5JG
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Exhibitor Information Wednesday 30th June 10.30am - MacGregor Healthcare Ltd MacGregor Healthcare are proud to provide quality bowel management products and services to help people have a more fulfilled life. Problems with passing stool, either as a result of incontinence or constipation, can severely affect health and quality of life. An effective solution to these problems is rectal irrigation, sometimes referred to as transanal irrigation (TAI). Tel: 08455 192 040 Email: info@macgregorhealthcare.com Website: www.macgregorhealthcare.com Address: Unit 2A, Euro House, Satellite Park, Macmerry, East Lothian, EH33 1RW
11am - TENA TENA is a brand of Essity, a leading global hygiene and health company with over 60 years of experience. TENA is the No 1 adult incontinence brand globally. We offer a full range of absorbent products, skincare and digital health technology solutions. To support World Continence Week 2021 the TENA team, working in partnership with Bladder and Bowel UK, have developed an educational video giving advice and management options for incontinence. Originally aired as a Facebook Watch Party on TENA Community. Tel: 01582 677 400 Email: hcmarketing@essity.com Website: www.tena.co.uk Address: Southfields Road, Dunstable, Luton, LU6 3EJ
11.30am - TensCare Ltd TensCare specialises in the design and manufacturing of TENS (Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation) and EMS (Electrical Muscle Stimulation) medical devises assisting consumers across the world to feel better naturally. Unicare is the new addition to the pelvic floor exercisers from TensCare. Similar to other TensCare units, Unicare helps with stress, urge and mixed incontinence. Unicare is a long term solution to incontinence. Tel: 01372 723 434 Email: customerservices@tenscare.co.uk Website: www.tenscare.co.uk Address: 9 Blenheim Road, Epsom, Surre, KT19 9BE
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Wednesday 30th June 12pm - Manfred Sauer UK Manfred Sauer are a manufacturer of urology products with a difference, often designed in collaboration with users. Manfred Sauer Care is our Home Delivery Service that can supply all brands of products on NHS prescription direct to your door. Welcome to Manfred Sauer UK Ltd, Meet a member of our nursing team and learn about the services available from Manfred Sauer Care. Take a look at some of our continence and urology products that are designed for wheelchair users and children. Tel: 0800 999 55 96 Email: helpline@manfred-sauer.co.uk Website: www.manfred-sauer.co.uk Address: Unit 3, ioCentre, Barn Way, Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW
1pm - Vyne Vyne is an eco-friendly home delivery service that provides a better and easier way for people to get their continence & ostomy supplies and medication. With a fully trained Customer Care team & an in-house nursing team, Vyne has everything you need. The video will be an introduction video to the service Vyne provides including our inhouse nursing team and our fully trained customer care team. We will provide a more detailed description when the video is finished. Tel: 08456 435 479 Email: hello@myvyne.co.uk Website: www.myvyne.co.uk Address: Tennant Hall, Blenheim Grove, Leeds, LS2 9ET
1.30pm - Bladder & Bowel UK, Davina Richardson, Children's Specialist Nurse Bladder & Bowel UK is part of the national charity Disabled Living. We aim to provide information, advice and support to people with bladder and bowel issues and to their, families, carers and the professionals who support them. Bladder & Bowel UK provides information, advice and support for people affected by a bladder and/or bowel issue. Toilet training can be difficult for children with autism, learning disability or other additional needs, but understanding the causes of the problems can help to work out the best way to support them to become as independent as possible with this important skill. Tel: 0161 214 4591 Email: bbuk@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.bbuk.org.uk Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, M28 2LY
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Wednesday 30th June 2pm - iMEDicare Ltd iMEDicare Ltd is a dynamic and rapidly growing Medical Device Distributor (established 2004) offering an exciting range of unique and market leading medical products for patient use in the fields of Male Continence Management. Discover our male management solutions: Urethral Control Devices (PaceyCuff) / Washable Underwear (Wearever) / Bodyworn Urinals (afex) / Penile Glans Sheath (Bioderm) Tel: 01923 237 795 Email: contact@imedicare.co.uk Website: www.mypelvichealth.co.uk Address: Unit 11, Shakespeare Industrial Estate, Shakespeare Street, Watford, WD24 5RR
2.30pm - Geberit In 2019, Geberit launched the Geberit AquaClean Mera Care shower toilet which includes innovative and unrivalled product features which all play a vital role to ensure that people of all ages can regain their independence and dignity in the bathroom. Join Geberit as we discuss bathroom adaptations and the importance of using equipment, such as the Geberit AquaClean Mera Care to support the journey of users of all ages and abilities and create independence in toileting. Tel: 07738 404 822 Email: simon.thomas@geberit.com Website: www.geberit-aquaclean.co.uk/care Address: Geberit House, Edgehill Drive, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV34 6NH
3pm - Viveca Biomed Ltd Dedicated to understanding women’s needs and bringing innovation into female healthcare. Our mission - to improve the lives of women suffering from Stress Urinary Incontinence through discreet, easy-to-use products backed by strong clinical evidence. Introducing Contrelle Activgard for female Stress Urinary Incontinence Tel: 0330 229 2160 Email: sorcha.montgomery@vivecabiomed.co.uk Website: www.contrelle.com Address: Unit 1 and 2, Wansbeck Network Business Centre, Rotary Parkway, Ashington, NE63 8QU
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Exhibitor Information Thursday 1st July 10.30am - Centrobed Centrobed bespoke beds and cots are modular and recyclable. Made to your individual requirements, designed to promote independence and cut the cost of caring. Centrobed can assist in solving even the most difficult situations. Turning, profiling, standing, high/low are just some of the actions that can be built into a bed. We are delighted to be showcasing a selection of our paediatric beds and cots to demonstrate how our products change lives for both the product user and their families. A customer case study also promotes one of our turning beds. We are proud to feature our new turning bed which grows at 3 stages, suitable from child to adult. Tel: 01233 635 353 Email: sales@centrobed.com Website: www.centrobed.com Address: Anglo House, Wotton Road, Kent, TN23 6LN
11am - Theraposture Limited Celebrating its 40th year in 2021, Theraposture is an award-winning specialist in adjustable beds, chairs and care cots for adults and children. It is a respected, ethical supplier that works closely with OTs to ensure positive outcomes for all. This presentation focusses on "understanding why Theraposture adjustable cot beds are the considered choice for families and healthcare professionals." Presented by Shaun Masters, Occupational Therapist, and Liam Braddell, Theraposture Director. Tel: 01373 823 030 Email: info@theraposture.co.uk Website: www.theraposture.co.uk Address: Kingdom Avenue, Northacre Industrial Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4WE
11.30am - VELA - Bennett Workplace Solutions Bennett Workplace are the exclusive paediatric dealer for VELA chairs in the Midlands and North of England and UK dealer for adult VELA chairs. VELA - the chair that grows with the child - promoting tndependence, stability and mobility. Matt Teed (Vela specialist) demonstrates the Vela Tango range of chairs. He talks through the chair range as a whole, explaining the main features, benefits and accessories. He then shows how the chairs can be used in different environments. Tel: 01204 322 333 Email: matt.teed@bennett-workplace.co.uk Website: www.bennett-workplace.co.uk Address: Bennett House, Viking Street, Bolton, BL3 2RR
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Thursday 1st July 12pm - Kingsley Napley LLP Our expert team of Court of Protection and deputyship lawyers specialise in supporting families with managing the needs of those who have been injured as a result of medical negligence at birth, or after suffering a serious personal injury. Our dedicated, supportive Court of Protection & Deputyship team showcase how their specialist legal services can help those needing assistance in managing their financial affairs due to loss of capacity. Tel: 020 7814 1200 Email: enquiries@kingsleynapley.co.uk Website: www.kingsleynapley.co.uk Address: 20 Bonhill Street, London, EC2A 4DN
1.30pm - Megan Baker House Ltd Established for 20-years, MBH helps children and adults with motor disorders such as cerebral palsy, dyspraxia, Parkinson's and stroke reach their full potential. Targeted sessions of conductive education help clients along a pathway to independence. Tel: 01531 633 840 Email: admin@meganbakerhouse.org.uk Website: www.meganbakerhouse.org.uk Address: Orchard Road, Ledbury, HR8 1BY
2pm - Queen Alexandra College (QAC) QAC is a national residential College and charity based in Birmingham that supports a diverse range of student abilities and needs aged 16 and above. We offer an innovative, holistic approach to learning and support. Learn about QAC, a national residential College and charity that supports a diverse range of student abilities and needs. Class sizes are small and support levels high. Our Curriculum is designed to maximise life chances, develop independence and work skills. Tel: 0121 803 5484 Email: info@qac.ac.uk Website: www.qac.ac.uk Address: Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham, Midlands, B17 9TG
2.30pm - Ambito Care and Education Ambito Care and Education provides personalised services and support to children and adults with a range of physical and learning disabilities. We offer specialist colleges, schools and day services across England and Wales. Principals of our schools and colleges introducing their education provisions and explaining what they offer. Tel: 01753 255 888 Email: enquiries@ambitocareandeducation.co.uk Website: www.ambitocareandeducation.co.uk Address: Minton Place, Victoria Street, Windsor, SL4 1EG
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Thursday 1st July 3pm - Derwen College Awarded ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted at three consecutive inspections, Derwen College provides a rich learning environment for young people aged 16-25 with special educational needs and disabilities. The college has three sites in Shropshire and one in Telford. Target audience: young people with SEND exploring further education options, along with their supporting adults and professionals. Want to know more? Register for our next open day, taking place on Saturday 6th March. Tel: 01691 779 225 Email: admissions@derwen.ac.uk Website: www.derwen.ac.uk Address: Whittington Road, Gobowen, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 3JA
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Magazine Rack Kidz to Adultz Magazine With each of our Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions, we produce a new magazine packed with interesting articles, relevant adverts, true stories, advice and more. Designed with parents, carers and professionals in mind, discover new and interesting material to help young individuals with disabilities and additional needs. Tel: 0161 214 5959 Email: magazine@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk/magazine/ Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2LY
PosAbility Magazine PosAbility Magazine is an award-winning diverse and unique disability lifestyle magazine that showcases the talents and voices of disabled people. We champion diversity and provide a platform for disabled people to not only discover practical, useful information, but to share their views and experiences with the disabled community. Tel: 0141 465 2960 Email: enquiries@2apublishing.co.uk Website: www.posabilitymagazine.co.uk Address: 20-23 Woodside Place, Glasgow, G3 7QL
Magazine Rack
The OT Magazine The OT Magazine is a dedicated publication created for Occupational Therapists. Every issue explores different areas of the profession and invites OTs to contribute articles on their practice, new services they have implemented, successful interventions and more. The magazine showcases independent living products, shares positive case studies and has a regular column from Kate Sheehan. The magazine is also CPD-certified, which means by having a subscription or contributing to the magazine you can include this in your CPD portfolio and it will recognised by the HCPC. Tel: 0141 465 2960 Email: enquiries@2apublishing.co.uk Website: www.ot-magazine.co.uk Address: 20-23 Woodside Place, Glasgow, G3 7QL
Ability Needs Magazine Take a look at your free copy of Ability Needs, Britain’s essential journal on disability, with news from Britain’s main disability groups and industry information on the top products available in the mobility and home care marketplace. Tel: 01292 287 574 Email: abilityneeds@btinternet.com Website: www.abilityneeds.co.uk Address: 7 Montgomerie Terrace, Ayr, KA7 1JL
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Enable Magazine Award-nominated, Enable Magazine is the UK’s leading disability and lifestyle title, bringing specialist content into the hands of the disabled community. Across the UK, there are 13.9 million people living with a sensory, learning, physical or hidden disability; an area that disabled people, carers, families, and organisations continually want to know more about. Tel: 0844 249 9007 Email: enquiries@dcpublishing.co.uk Website: www.enablemagazine.co.uk Address: 198 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4HG
Independent Living Independent Living is the longest-established community website in our sector, and has been providing free information and advice since 1999. If you are living with a disability or caring for a child or adult who does, or you are an occupational therapist, physiotherapist or other healthcare professional, Independent Living is a good place to look for impartial advice about products and services to help with mobility and independence. We have buying guides for equipment such as rise and recline chairs, mobility scooters and wheelchairs, hoists and transfer aids. Tel: 0208 133 0628 Email: enquiries@independentliving.co.uk Website: www.independentliving.co.uk Address: The Toll House, Tweedsmuir, Biggar, ML12 6QS
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Kidz to Adultz Events Update Our priority continues to be the safety of all those involved, in particular our vulnerable children and young adults, their carers and the health professionals who support them. We look forward to the return of our face to face events in November 2021 at Kidz to Adultz North.
It's Showtime! NORTH 2021
MIDDLE 2022
SOUTH 2022
NEW DATE! NEW VENUE! Wednesday 17th November ACC Liverpool, Liverpool
NEW DATE! Thursday 17th March Ricoh Arena, Coventry
NEW DATE! Tuesday 17th May Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, Farnborough
WALES & WEST 2022 NEW DATE! NEW VENUE! Thursday 7th July The International Convention Centre (ICC), Newport
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Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk
SCOTLAND 2022 WE'RE BACK! NEW DATE! (HELD EVERY 3 YEARS) Thursday 8th September Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh Facebook: @kidztoadultz Twitter: @KidztoAdultz LinkedIn: Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions Instagram: @kidztoadultz_exhibitions
Tel: 0161 214 4592
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