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Amputee learns how to fly with scholarship

Disabled man from the Wirral who lost his leg after being hit by a car wins scholarship to learn to fly through charity set up in memory of WW2 ace Sir Douglas Bader.   A young man from the Wirral who had to have his left leg amputated after being hit  by a car as a teenager, has been awarded ... Read More »

Special Olympics GB’s ‘Play Unified’ film

The new Special Olympics GB ‘Play Unified’ campaign is part of the global movement’s aim to break down barriers for young people with intellectual disabilities. The Youth Summits are a key component and these special events across the country have helped to launch Play Unified – a new Special Olympics GB campaign delivered in partnership with national charity the Youth ... Read More »

New horizons – For lives affected by brain injury

A new collaboration between The Lake District Calvert Trust and A Chance for Life Ltd is showing that adventure and challenge can make a huge difference to those living with an acquired brain injury or other debilitating conditions. The programme, called Supporting Recovery Through Outdoor Adventure launched this year and provides a new rehabilitative opportunity for those recovering from a ... Read More »