Venue to Virtual March 2021 Showguide

Venue to Virtual Showguide A FREE online event organised by Disabled Living

Week Commencing 1st March 2021

FREE EVENT!

50+ Exhibitors Live Q&A Chat Facility

Dedicated to children & young adults with disabilities and additional needs, their families and all the professionals who support them.

This event is proudly sponsored by:

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

info@disabledliving.co.uk

0161 214 4592

Kidz to Adultz is a Trademark registered to Disabled Living. Registered charity no: 224742

Welcome Organised by the Kidz to Adultz Team at Disabled Living, the Venue to Virtual platform was developed following on from a massive influx of enquiries to our helplines from very anxious parents, carers and professionals on where they could access information on vital equipment, products and services to support them during these very uncertain times whilst we couldn’t hold our ‘face to face’ events.

An array of companies, voluntary and support organisations, including a large number of new exhibitors and some familiar faces, will be joining us week commencing 1st March. From custom made safe rooms, high sided beds and sleep areas, assistive technology, continence issues, postural support, PA carer and payroll services, to learning opportunities for young people with learning difficulties, training opportunities and much more.

This Showguide contains all the important information you need, including the timetable for all exhibitors and can really help you plan and get the most out of the event. Attendees can pick and choose which sessions they want to attend.

Finally we do hope you enjoy the event - feel free to share this guide with those who would benefit from joining us!

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE FOR FREE!

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Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

Contents How to use Venue to Virtual.........................................................................................p.6 How to use the Q&A chat and poll facility.....................................................................p.8 Exhibitors Timetable quick view....................................................................................p.9 Exhibitors entries – detailed information on all the exhibitors taking part...................p.11 Magazine Rack...........................................................................................................p.24 Our Services at Disabled Living..................................................................................p.26 Kidz to Adultz events - dates for your diary................................................................p.28 Competition Time........................................................................................................p.29

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE FOR FREE!

Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

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How to Use Venue to Virtual To register for this event, follow this link and complete the required fields on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/venue-to-virtual-march-2021-registration-131175325931 You will be sent a link to the site via email prior to the event.

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Once you have registered to attend the event, you will be sent a link to the site and log on details via email 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.

Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.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 March 2021. You can watch and re-watch their videos and download their PDF’s 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.kidzexhibitions.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

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Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

Timetable Monday 1st March 9am 9.30am 10am 10.30am 11am 11.30am 12pm 12.30pm 1pm 1.30pm 2pm 2.30pm 3pm 3.30pm

The Boparan Charitable Trust Cosmopolitan Care Centrobed Medpage Limited T/A Easylink UK Manfred Sauer UK Theraposture Limited Clarke Willmott Portland College Irwin Mitchell Kingsley Napley LLP WESC Foundation Second Skin Aergo AskJules Ltd

Tuesday 2nd March 9am 9.30am 10am 10.30am 11am 11.30am 12pm 12.30pm 1pm 1.30pm 2pm 2.30pm 3pm 3.30pm

Centrobed Hereward College Jiraffe Home from Home Care Theraposture Limited Irwin Mitchell GripAble National Star College Derwen College Safespaces Brainwave The Wingate Centre CPotential Widgit

Magazine Rack

Timetable Wednesday 3rd March 9am 9.30am 10am 10.30am 11am 11.30am 12pm 12.30pm 1pm 1.30pm 2.30pm 3pm

BeyondAutism Queen Alexandra College (QAC) Slater & Gordon Lawyers Firefly Theraposture Limited Irwin Mitchell Rahana Life The Movement Centre Beaumont College Bladder & Bowel UK Smartbox Assistive Technology Disabled Living

Magazine Rack Kidz to Adultz Magazine Enable Magazine Independent Living Ability Needs Magazine The OT Magazine PosAbility Magazine

Exhibitor Information Monday 1st March 9am - The Boparan Charitable Trust We provide funding to children with disabilities, life-limiting illnesses and those who are in extreme poverty across the UK. Our grants can fund specialist equipment such as wheelchairs, trikes, sensory toys not available on the NHS, and treatments.

Video Description: Find out more about The Boparan Charitable Trust. We will go through what we fund and how to apply to us for funding.

Tel: 0121 214 9364 Email: events@boparan.com Website: www.theboparancharitabletrust.com Address: Colmore Court, 9 Colmore Row, Birmingham, B3 2BJ

9:30am - Cosmopolitan Care For those with a disability, selecting the right company, carer, or PA to help you through your further education – whether that is college or university can be a bit of a headache. Support through work and home life also compliments this journey.

There are many care businesses out there which can be healthy and offer choice.

But we are the first that is ‘User Led’, so whatever your journey we can help you take the least bumpy route.

Event Sponsors!

Tel: 07970 503 000 Email: chris.wood@cosmopolitancare.co.uk Website: www.cosmopolitancare.co.uk Address: 15 Widmore Close, Asheridge, Chesham, HP5 2XA

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.

Video Description: 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: Ango House, Wotton Road, Kent, TN23 6LN

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10:30am - Medpage Limited T/A Easylink UK Medpage Limited T/A Easylink UK is a family run business established in 1984, specialising in products to aid care of people with Epilepsy, Autism, Special Needs and Learning Difficulties. Our seizure detection monitors have helped families living with Epilepsy for almost 30 years and continue to be the top selling systems in the UK. Tel: 01536 264 869 Email: sales@easylinkuk.co.uk Website: www.easylinkuk.co.uk Address: 3 Melbourne House, Corby Gate Business Park, Corby, NN17 5JG

11am - 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.

Video Description: Our videos for the event demonstrates the products we feel would be useful for children and young adults but further videos demonstrating a fuller product range can be found on our YouTube channel.

Tel: 01604 595 696 Email: helpline@manfred-sauer.co.uk Website: www.manfred-sauer.co.uk Address: iO Centre Lodge Farm, Northampton, NN5 7UW

11:30am - 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.

Video Description: "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: 0800 834 654 Email: info@theraposture.co.uk Website: www.theraposture.co.uk Address: Kingdom Avenue, Northacre Industrial Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4WE

12pm - Clarke Willmott National specialist team of expert solicitors with decades of experience acting for those who suffered life-changing injuries through medical negligence or accidents. Panel accredited and recommended in the independent guides to the legal profession.

Video Description: “Personal Injury Damages – the new landscape for accommodation claims” Tel: 0800 316 8892 Email: getintouch@clarkewillmott.com Website: www.clarkewillmott.com/legal-services-for-you/

Address: Birmingham | Bristol | Cardiff | London | Manchester | Southampton | Taunton 55 Spring Gardens, Manchester, M2 2BY

12:30pm - Portland College Portland College is an independent specialist college for young people with disabilities aged 16-25. The college offers education from pre entry level through to 2 or 3. Multi disciplinary support is provided as well as respite and independent living.

Video Description: Take a closer look at our superb facilities and magnificent surroundings by joining us on our virtual tour. Journey through our 40 acre site, with its tree lined driveway, situated in the beautiful setting of Sherwood Forest in Mansfield, Nottingham.

Tel: 01623 499 111 Email: admissions@portland.ac.uk Website: www.portland.ac.uk Address: Nottingham Road, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 4TJ

1pm - Irwin Mitchell We are a law firm like no other. With over 100 years of experience supporting people through life’s ups and downs we have the expertise and knowledge to help you and your family with anything life throws your way from accessing funds and services following a life changing injury to SEN advice, deputyships and financial planning for your future.

Video Description: Family Financial Fundamentals: In this session Jason Mountford, financial planner at Irwin Mitchell will cover information for families on investing, he will discuss tax wrappers such as ISA’s and pensions and talk about the importance of cashflow planning and goal setting. The session will provide attendees with a great foundation and understanding of the financial services available to you to build for your family’s future. Jason can be contacted directly via email: Jason.Mountford@IrwinMitchell.com or via phone: 07775 547 205.

Tel: 0808 163 6143 Email: lilly.drakoulakou@irwinmitchell.com Website: www.irwinmitchell.com Address: One Castle Park, Tower Hill, Bristol, BS2 0JA

1:30pm - 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.

Video Description: 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: 0207 814 1261 Email: shardy@kingsleynapley.co.uk

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Website: /www.kingsleynapley.co.uk/services/department/private-client/court-ofprotection-and-deputyship Address: Knight's Quarter, 14 St John's Lane, London, EC1M 4AJ

2pm - WESC Foundation We offer specialist education, care and support provision for children and young adults with vision impairment and other complex needs. Although our charity is based in Exeter, Devon, we support young people from across the UK. Video Description: An introduction to our amazing campus, and information about the support we offer, and the next steps towards arranging an assessment.

Tel: 07714 588 220 Email: REllis@wescfoundation.ac.uk Website: www.wescfoundation.ac.uk/ Address: Topsham Road, Countess Wear, Exeter, EX2 6HA

2:30pm - Second Skin A leader in the design, manufacture and delivery of custom made medical compression garments & dynamic splints for over 30 years. Our products evolve from advances in medical practice and enhance the quality of life for children and their families.

Video Description: An overview of neurological splints and compression garments, offering a synopsis of current evidence and continued evolvement of these treatment modalities. Client comparisons demonstrate the clinical impact of these splints and garments.

Tel: 0203 627 9937 Email: london@secondskin.com.au Website: www.secondskin.com.au Address: Unit 10 Spectrum House, 32-34 Gordon House Road, Gospel Oak, London, NW5 1LP

3pm - Aergo Aergo is launching a dynamic postural management seating system, Aergo PS, that uses pressure sensitive air cells to automatically hug users into a healthy sitting posture.

Video Description: Learn about the key features of Aergo PS and how it helps to manage your sitting posture.

Tel: 07385 584 312 Email: hello@aergo.co.uk Website: www.aergo.co.uk Address: 6 Canterbury Crescent, London, SW9 7QE

3:30pm - AskJules Ltd AskJules is a family business, founded in 2010 by Julie Pool after she had helped her son, who suffers from Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type II leave home to go to University.

AskJules works with schools and colleges across the UK to support disabled students to make the transition to university. We assist students to recruit and employ a team of compatible PAs to provide their health care, personal care, social care, and academic support.

Video Description: Introduction into AskJules, the support we provide our clients so they live a truly independent life with total choice and control. Hear what our clients and their parents say about AskJules Tel: 01784 482 767 Email: tim@askjules.co.uk Website: www.askjules.co.uk Address: Suite 4, Regent House, 15 Hawthorn Road, Chapel Allerton, Leeds, LS7 4PH

Tuesday 2nd March 9am - 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.

Video Description: 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: Ango House, Wotton Road, Kent, TN23 6LN

9:30am - Hereward College Hereward College is a national college for young people with disabilities and additional needs based in Coventry. We offer learners (aged 16-25) a varied curriculum that focuses on skills for independent living and employment.

Video Description: Hereward learners choose a study programme designed to meet their individual needs. They are prepared for the next stage of their lives with outstanding employability skills and greater control over their future.

Tel: 02476 426 173 Email: admissions@hereward.ac.uk Website: www.hereward.ac.uk Address: Bramston Crescent, Tile Hill, Coventry, CV4 9SW

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10am - Jiraffe Jiraffe specialises in providing postural care equipment and support for everybody, whether they’re at home, school, rest or play! Our range covers all aspects of everyday life from seating to mobility and sleeping, to therapy and bathroom equipment.

Video Description: Postural Management - Secondary Complications Jiraffe's National Clinical Training Manager (Richard Harvey) presents education on 'Postural Management' and the knock on effects of adopting a poor posture over a long period of time. Learning outcomes: - What can happen to soft tissues and the formation of contractures?

- Damage to Tissue: Tears, Fractures and PressureHow poor posture can increase infections?

-Are we managing pain and discomfort well?

Tel: 0114 285 3376 Email: Hello@jiraffe.org.uk Website: www.jiraffe.org.uk Address: Wardsend Road, Sheffield, S6 1RQ

10:30am - Home From Home Care Created by a family to make the difference; Home From Home Care provides specialist residential services to adults (18+) with learning disabilities, complex needs, autism, epilepsy and health & mental health, supporting them to lead a fulfilled life.

Video Description: This film highlights how the environments and support packages are tailored bespoke to individuals within Home From Home Care. Our Specialist Integration Homes enable individuals with complex needs to live the world on their own terms.

Tel: 0800 587 0372 Email: getintouch@homefromhomecare.com Website: www.homefromhomecare.com Address: PO Box 4412, Wells, Somerset, BA5 9AH

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.

Video Description: "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: 0800 834 654 Email: info@theraposture.co.uk Website: www.theraposture.co.uk/ Address: Kingdom Avenue, Northacre Industrial Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4WE

11:30am - Irwin Mitchell We are a law firm like no other. With over 100 years of experience supporting people through life’s ups and downs we have the expertise and knowledge to help you and your family with anything life throws your way from accessing funds and services following a life changing injury to SEN advice, deputyships and financial planning for your future.

Video Description: Supporting Young People With Health, Welfare And Financial Deputyships: If you care for or support a child who has a degenerative, physical or mental illness, they may require additional support as they transition in to adulthood.

In this webinar, our Court of Protection experts Kirsty Stuart and Victoria Ward explains health, welfare and financial deputyships, and how a family member or a professional may wish to consider becoming a Deputy. Deputyships allow someone in a trusted position to be responsible for a vulnerable person’s decisions, and we understand that many people find the process of applying to be a Deputy confusing and stressful. Our experts will also explain how we’re here to support you throughout the process, so you can protect what matters most.

Tel: 0808 163 6143 Email: lilly.drakoulakou@irwinmitchell.com Website: www.irwinmitchell.com Address: One Castle Park, Tower Hill, Bristol, BS2 0JA

12pm - GripAble Limited GripAble is an exciting new mobile device for hand and arm rehab. The handheld device connects to an app where you can play motivating and engaging activities to help you achieve your goals. GripAble brings fun to the serious business of rehab.

Video Description: Introducing GripAble! The two in one assessment instrument and training device that entertains while you train. This smart, handheld device connects wirelessly to a mobile app. Gripable has fun, engaging activities that constantly challenge.

This keeps the young person motivated and excited to use the device over and over again.

Tel: 0207 661 4018 Email: hello@gripable.co Website: www.gripable.co Address: Thornton House, Thornton Road, Wimbledon, London, SW19 4NG

12:30pm - National Star College National Star is a provider of specialist further education, training, personal development and residential services for people with physical and learning disabilities and acquired brain injuries.

Video Description: Take a virtual tour of our National Star College campuses in Ullenwood, Cheltenham, Hereford and Mamhilad in Wales. You can also hear from parents and students about their experiences with our provisions in England and Wales.

Tel: 01242 527 631 Email: enquiries@nationalstar.org Website: www.nationalstar.org Address: National Star, Ullenwood View Road, Cheltenham, GL53 9QU

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1pm - 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.

Video Description: 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: Wittington Road, Gobowen, Oswestry, SY11 3JA

1:30pm - Safespaces Safespaces design custom-made safe, living spaces and beds designed for people with complex needs, including autism, epilepsy and behaviours that challenge. Our products are ideal for use at home, hospitals, schools, care and respite settings.

Video Description: We will provide an in-depth product demonstration of the Safespace, exploring the key benefits including improved sleep, behaviour selfmanagement and how it can be used as an effective tool to deliver a sensory diet.

Tel: 01706 816 274 Email: info@safespaces.co.uk Website: www.safespaces.co.uk Address: 361 Burnley Road, Todmorden, Lancashire, OL14 7DH

2pm - Brainwave We help children with disabilities achieve greater independence through a range of specialist therapies. Our team of qualified therapists create a unique Therapy Programme to improve children’s mobility, communication skills and learning potential.

Video Description: Brainwave Online is a virtual therapy service, delivered by our qualified therapists, through a secure NHS-approved video platform called medio.link. The video demonstrates a session with a physiotherapist and a speech and language therapist.

Tel: 01278 429 089 Email: enquiries@brainwave.org.uk Website: www.brainwave.org.uk Address: Marsh Lane, Huntworth Gate, Bridgwater, Somerset, TA6 6LQ

2:30pm - The Wingate Special Children's Trust The Wingate Centre is a residential & recreational centre for children and young people with disabilities. Nestled in the Cheshire countryside the centre offers a unique, safe and fun environment for children with physical or learning disabilities.

Video Description: A tour of The Wingate Centre. See the wide range of facilities and specialist equipment that can cater for the most complex needs.

Tel: 01270 780 456 Email: enquiries@thewingatecentre.co.uk Website: www.thewingatecentre.co.uk Address: Wrenbury Hall Drive, Wrenbury, Nantwich, Cheshire, CW5 8ES

3pm - CPotential A one-stop-shop of expert led holistic therapy and services for children and young people with movement disorders, due to conditions such as cerebral palsy, global development delay or acquired brain injury.

Tel: 0208 444 7242 Email: info@cplondon.org.uk Website: www.cpotential.org.uk Address: 143 Coppetts Road, London, N10 1JP

3:30pm - Widgit Widgit Symbols are used worldwide to support people and help them realise their full potential, no matter what their age, ability or background. Widgit software titles have been used in classrooms, healthcare settings and at home for over 30 years.

Video Description: Create symbol materials and visual supports from 100’s of easy-to-use project templates including vocabulary lists, timetables, schedules and Now and Next boards. Share your resources with family, colleagues or students in a group account.

Tel: 01926 333 680 Email: info@widgit.com Website: www.widgit.com/index.htm Address: Widgit, 26 Queen Street, Cubbington, Leamington Spa, CV32 7NA

Wednesday 3rd March 9am - BeyondAutism BeyondAutism is a charity dedicated to empowering people with autism to lead lives full of choice and control through positive educational experiences, training for the people who work with them and support for their families and carers.

Video Description: Bernadett Rankasz (Head of Early Years’) and Elizabeth Robinson (Head of Post-19) talk in detail about BeyondAutism’s approach for developing skills for independence in children and young adults with autism. From play to Preparation to Adulthood they discuss the steps needed to prepare learners for adult life.

Tel: 0203 031 9705 Email: info@beyondautism.org.uk Website: www.beyondautism.org.uk Address: The Foundry, 17 Oval Way, London, SE11 5RR

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9:30am - 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.

Video Description: QAC is a national residential College and charity that supports a diverse range of student abilities and needs aged 16 and above. QAC makes a positive difference to the lives and learning of people with disabilities and learning difficulties.

Tel: 0121 803 5484 Email: info@qac.ac.uk Website: www.qac.ac.uk Address: Court Oak Road, Harborne, Birmingham, Midlands, B17 9TG

10am - Slater and Gordon Lawyers Slater and Gordon is one of the UK’s leading consumer law firms. Our goal is to deliver exceptional, world class legal services in all aspects of injury and negligence, with offices throughout England, Scotland and Wales.

Video Description: Understanding Ultrasound Scanning in Pregnancy (NHS and Private Care) Tel: 0800 884 0106 Email: sue.austin@slatergordon.co.uk Website: www.slatergordon.co.uk/clinical-and-medical-negligence Address: 58 Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3HZ

10:30am - Firefly The Firefly range of products are inspired by 'special needs family participation'. For us, life is all about experiences with our friends and loved ones. Firefly products give children the tools they need to 'join in' and be at the heart of things.

Video Description: Toilet training a child with a neurodisability may seem insurmountable but this talk challenges this mentality. We will outline the complex neural pathways involved in training and provide an innovative practical approach to help enhance toileting skills even for children with complex needs.

Tel: 0044(0)28 9267 8879 Email: hello@fireflyfriends.com Website: www.fireflyfriends.com Address: 19C Ballinderry Road, Lisburn, Northern Ireland, BT28 2SA

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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.

Video Description: "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: 0800 834 654 Email: info@theraposture.co.uk Website: www.theraposture.co.uk Address: Kingdom Avenue, Northacre Industrial Park, Westbury, Wiltshire, BA13 4WE

11:30am - Irwin Mitchell We are a law firm like no other. With over 100 years of experience supporting people through life’s ups and downs we have the expertise and knowledge to help you and your family with anything life throws your way from accessing funds and services following a life changing injury to SEN advice, deputyships and financial planning for your future.

Video Description: Seeking legal advice and support; a parent’s perspective / Josiah’s story: March is cerebral palsy awareness month and for this session we are joined by our client Lottie, Josiah’s mum, who shares her experience from the time her son was born to today. Josiah suffered a brain injury at birth resulting in a diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Join us to hear about their story including the legal support and guidance we have offered them throughout their journey.

Tel: 0808 163 6143 Email: lilly.drakoulakou@irwinmitchell.com Website: www.irwinmitchell.com Address: One Castle Park, Tower Hill, Bristol, BS2 0JA

12pm - Rahana Life Rahana Life provide high quality assistive technology for people who have difficulty using their arms. Equipment includes feeding devices, mobile arm supports and the Jaco robotic arm. Rahana Life offer comprehensive local assessments at no cost.

Video Description: Simon Fielden will demonstrate the range of Armon mobile arm supports, devices to help those with weak arms regain arm movement. The features of each product are explained, together with supply details and news on a new assessment kit now available.

Tel: 07464 964 142 Email: enquiries@rahanalife.co.uk

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Website: www.rahanalife.co.uk Address: C/O Geoff Cowley & Co Limited, Willow Park, Upton Lane, Stoke Golding, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV12 6EU

12:30pm - The Movement Centre The Movement Centre is a UK charity and specialist treatment centre. We are dedicated to supporting children and their families living with movement disabilities.

Video Description: Through a course of Targeted Training therapy children can gain head control, so they can interact with their family; it can help children develop the skills to sit unaided, so that they can play with their friends. This can be life changing.

Tel: 01691 404 248 Email: info@themovementcentre.co.uk Website: www.the-movement-centre.co.uk Address: Building 106, The Movement Centre, RJAH Orthopaedic Hospital, Gobowen,

1pm - Beaumont College A friendly place where students can develop interests and gradually gain the skills and confidence they need to move on to the next stage of their lives.

Video Description: Beaumont College offers both residential and day programmes in Lancaster with our satellite services offering day programmes delivered in Barrow, Blackpool, and Carlisle.

Tel: 01524 541 400 Email: admissions@beaumontcollege.ac.uk Website: www.beaumontcollege.ac.uk Address: Slyne Road, Lancaster, LA2 6AP

1:30pm - Bladder & Bowel UK (Part of Disabled Living) Bladder & Bowel UK (Part of the charity Disabled Living) is the only national charity that provides advice, information and support to people of any age affected by a bladder or bowel issues. They aim to improve awareness of conditions and possible solutions.

Video Description: 'Problems with Poo’ constipation, toilet training for bowels and specific problems with bowels, presented by Davina Richardson. Many children have difficulties with bowel control or conditions that affect bowel health, but these do tend to happen more often in children with additional needs. This session will look at the types of problems that children with additional needs may have with their bowels. It will spend a bit of time discussing the importance of toilet training. The session will then consider issues including constipation, refusal to poo on the toilet and smearing of poo. It will outline some of the causes of these problems and make practical suggestions for addressing them. Finally information about where to find

some resources to help manage issues will be provided. The session will be suitable for families and for those who work with affected children and young people including health and social care and education professionals.

Tel: 0161 214 4591 Email: bbuk@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.bbuk.org.uk Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2LY

2:30pm - Smartbox Technology Smartbox creates assistive technology to help children and adults with disabilities communicate and live more independently. Our products include a combination of specialist hardware, software and content which are used by people around the world.

Tel: 01684 578 868 Email: info@thinksmartbox.com Website: www.thinksmartbox.com Address: Ysobel House, Enigma Commercial Centre Sandys Road Malvern WR14 1JJ

3pm - Disabled Living (organisers of Venue to Virtual) - An Overview of Services Disabled Living offer free, impartial information about services for disabled individuals, older people, and those that support them. This includes advice about products and equipment from our specialist Equipz team. Within our charity, we provide services that support those with bladder and bowel problems (Bladder & Bowel UK) such as our free helpline, as well as providing sensory rooms (Redbank House), exhibitions across the UK (Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions), equipment solutions, training courses and an online shop.

Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.disabledliving.co.uk Address: Burrows House, 10 Priestley Road, Wardley Industrial Estate, Worsley, Manchester, M28 2LY

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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 a 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

Enable Magazine 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. For this reason, Enable is an expert in bringing the latest engaging content to our print and online platforms.

Tel: 0844 249 9007 Email: enquiries@dcpublishing.co.uk Website: www.enablemagazine.co.uk Address: 198 Bath Street, Glasgow, G2 4HG

Independent Living 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

Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

Find Out More About Disabled Living's Services – Organisers of Venue to Virtual and Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions Disabled Living offer free, impartial information about services for disabled individuals, older people, and those that support them. This includes advice about products and equipment from our specialist Equipz team. Within our charity, we provide services that support those with bladder and bowel problems (Bladder & Bowel UK) such as our free helpline, as well as providing sensory rooms (Redbank House), exhibitions across the UK (Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions), equipment solutions, training courses and an online shop.

Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.disabledliving.co.uk

Disabled Living Training Department The Training Department at Disabled Living delivers a wide range of courses suitable for Health and Social Care. Disability Awareness, Moving and Handling and our Trusted Assessor Suite are just a few of the highly rated accredited courses. Experienced professionals will work with you to organise bespoke, relevant courses for your staff.

Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: training@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.disabledliving.co.uk

Disabled Living Enablement Team The Enablement Team provides a variety of services. Our Occupational Therapists will advise on equipment and services, they can provide assessments and guidance to aid independence. Specialists can provide access audits and disability awareness to aid independence. All our work is face to face or via phone, email or virtual means.

Tel: 0161 214 4590 Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.disabledliving.co.uk

Bladder & Bowel UK (BBUK) The only national helpline service providing support for children and adults with bladder and bowel problems, their carers and the professionals who support them. Our team of nurse specialists and product advisors are available to provide clinical and product advice, signposting to additional support services, training, consultancy and free resources.

Tel: 0161 214 4591 Email: BBUK@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.bbuk.org.uk Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions Disabled Living has an excellent reputation of organising the very prestigious Kidz to Adultz events 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. 100-180 exhibitors at each event, information on equipment, products and services, FREE CPD seminars. Currently held in Coventry, Farnborough, Newport (Wales), Edinburgh and Liverpool.

Tel: 0161 214 4592 Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk Email (Magazine): magazine@disabledliving.co.uk Website: www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

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.

Redbank House Flexible Room Hire - Redbank House offers flexible room hire to cater for large or small meetings and events. All of our rooms are bright and spacious. When you book room hire with us, break out and kitchen areas are included with room 1 and 2.

Redbank House Sensurround - All children and adults with disabilities can benefit from using a multisensory room. These environments have proven to be extremely valuable to those with disabilities, some evidence suggests that those with challenging behaviour can improve and may be reduced over a long term period.

Tel: 0161 214 5959 Email: info@redbankhouse.com Website: www.redbankhouse.com Redbank House, 4 St.Chad's Street, Manchester,M8 8QA

Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

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Kidz to Adultz Events Update Disabled Living has an excellent reputation of organising the very prestigious Kidz to Adultz events 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. 100-180 exhibitors at each event, information on equipment, products and services, FREE CPD seminars. Currently held in Coventry, Farnborough, Newport (Wales), Edinburgh and Liverpool.

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 2021 when it is safe to do so.

It's Showtime!

Save the date for our future events...

VENUE TO VIRTUAL

SOUTH

Week commencing 1st March 2021 Online

Tuesday 18th May 2021 Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre, Farnborough

SCOTLAND

NORTH

MIDDLE

NEW VENUE!

NEW DATE!

WE'RE BACK! (held every 3 years) Thursday 9th September 2021 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh

Wednesday 17th November 2021 ACC Liverpool, Liverpool

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WALES & WEST

Email: info@disabledliving.co.uk

NEW VENUE! Friday 25th June 2021 The International Convention Centre (ICC), Newport

Thursday 17th March 2022 Ricoh Arena, Coventry

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Tel: 0161 214 4592

www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

Competition Time!

Your chance to win £100 Love2shop vouchers!

When you complete our Venue to Virtual feedback form, you will be entered into our prize draw!

Don’t forget to complete the feedback form – chance to win. We do welcome your feedback on how you found your Venue to Virtual event and value your suggestions on how we can improve the experience for you for future events. For your chance to win £100 Love2shop vouchers simply go to and click the ‘Give feedback and win £100' tab from the homepage on the website.

From there you will be able to access the link to the feedback form.

All forms submitted before Wednesday 31st March will be included in the FREE prize draw. The winner will be announced on Friday 9th April.

For more information on terms and conditions, please contact us: info@disabledliving.co.uk

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