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Blue Badge changes to benefit those with Hidden Disabilities

Here at AKW we understand that not all disabilities are visible from the outside. A disability is classed as a physical or mental condition that can affect a persons movement, senses, or activities.…

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How Twitter helps those with Visual Impairments be more social

We’re always doing our research into independence and accessibility. We like to take this research and implement it into our products so that they are easy to use, by as many differently abled…

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The OT Show 2017

On the 22nd and 23rd of November, AKW were again the main show sponsors of the 2017 OT Show at Birmingham’s NEC. Each year, we aim to meet with super Occupational Therapists (OT) from all corners…

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AKW Working with the Local Community Chadsgrove Specialist School

The school Situated in Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, Chadsgrove School is a school for children with complex physical and medical needs. It first opened in 1976 with just 20 students, and over the…

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AKW Launch NEW & Updated Bathroom Furniture Range

AKW’s impressive range of fitted bathroom furniture has been becoming increasingly popular since its launch a few years ago, as it is both stylish and practical. Our new and updated range has…

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Shower Seats: Providing Support & Stability in the Bathroom

When it comes down to showering it should be a time of relaxation, many see it as alone time, a time of reflection and it should be as comfortable as it possibly can be. People who live with…

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eCommerce Awards Shortlist – London 2017!

We are glad to announce that we have been shortlisted for an award at the eCommerce Awards London 2017 in the B2B category. It is an important event and the shortlisting reflects our hard work and…

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AKW’s Kitchen Guide for Visual Impairment

Designing a kitchen for users with visual impairment It is unfortunate, but the reality is that there are more than 2 million people in the UK living with some sort of visual impairment that affects …

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The Shiloh Project: Adopting a holistic approach supporting the homeless in Rotherham

Inspirational, vibrant, energetic, caring, safe haven….these words might not be ones that you would normally associate with what you believe a homeless centre to be, but Shiloh does appear to…

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Installers: Why Choose AKW Wet Rooms?

There are hundreds of reasons to choose a wet room former from AKW, however we can’t fit them all into just one blog – so, we have taken our favourites for you to see for yourself. Struggling to…

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The number of adapted bathroom installations are on the rise

Approximately 28-35% of people aged 65 and over fall each year, increasing to 32-42% for those over 70 years of age. Studies have shown that one of the most common places for falls within the home is …

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Ban the f-word in the bathroom!

Falls are the most common type of accident among the older generation. There is an increasing need to provide safer bathrooms as the population grows and ages. Falls are the second leading cause of…

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