I’m out and about at a place called Gundagai on my way headed south to Melbourne. It is about a 4hour drive south of Sydney. What a lovely country town. They have put a lot of love and attention into making the streets accessible. I’m scootering along happy as! Dichotomy Ramps ramps and more ramps … Continue reading The gem of Gundagai
Laughter is good medicine
A while ago I went to a comedy night dedicated to comedians with a disability. They had just started out on their comedic adventure after a short course with some mentoring from their teachers. Talk about a laugh! What made it even more memorable is that they had interpreters on stage for the deaf people … Continue reading Laughter is good medicine
Embracing change warts and all
You don't have to reinvent the wheel but sometimes embracing change is a hard pill to swallow. Sure a new job you'll eventually get your head around but for me I had this huge tug of war with myself when MS started to obviously affect me. I guess I thought if I stayed in denial … Continue reading Embracing change warts and all
Scooter buddies
It was so lovely to catch up for coffee and then take a spin on our mobility scooters yesterday. My friends mobility scooter is a large one unlike my portable one. Hers goes faster than mine at 10km per hour and can tackle hills like they are easy. Mine does 6.5km per hour. "Mobility scooters … Continue reading Scooter buddies
Find your groove at Parkrun
Last night I registered for Parkrun. It’s a running event that happens all around the world. I registered for the Pirrama Parkrun which runs along the west side of Sydney Harbour at Pyrmont. I went on my mobility scooter. Yep you heard me right. Pirrama Parkrun start line Parkrun runners are going past near where … Continue reading Find your groove at Parkrun
10 ways to stay safe when charging lithium-ion batteries
From mobiles to mobility scooters, do you know how to safely plug in your lithium-ion battery at home for charging? They are a leading cause of fires according to NSW Fire and Rescue. Some advice I've been hearing is so vague but the details spelt out by NSW Fire and Rescue puts great context around … Continue reading 10 ways to stay safe when charging lithium-ion batteries
Mobility scooters for hire – Art Gallery of NSW
You can hire a mobility scooter at the Art Gallery of NSW. When I say hire I really mean borrow. All they need is some form of identification from you. I rang the previous day to book and needed to give them a pick up time. Today I am going to see Magritte and, given … Continue reading Mobility scooters for hire – Art Gallery of NSW
10 reasons why to knock when it’s locked: Disabled toilet etiquette
From selfies to security, check out the 10 main reasons disabled toilets are locked in Australia. If they are locked when do you knock? I was waiting for the disabled toilet. It said it was occupied. I waited 15 minutes. I knocked "Are you OK in there"? No answer. I waited 5 more minutes, knocked … Continue reading 10 reasons why to knock when it’s locked: Disabled toilet etiquette
5 reasons why a portable mobility scooter is best
Occupational Therapists make our lives easier as we grapple to keep more engaged in our community. If you live in an apartment, and want/need a mobility scooter, tell them you want to try the portable option. Here's 5 reasons why. "Occupational therapy enables people to participate in activities they find meaningful" - Occupational Therapy Australia … Continue reading 5 reasons why a portable mobility scooter is best
Accessible pools – Malabar rock pool, Sydney
A hidden gem for people with mobility issues is this great little rock pool at Malabar, NSW. It’s perfect if you are on a portable mobility scooter. You can scoot all the way down on a ramp from the carpark. Screenshot It’s a long ramp so don’t bother with your walking frame as it is … Continue reading Accessible pools – Malabar rock pool, Sydney
Travels with my Scooter 