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Transport for Cornwall – Bus Accessibility for Wheelchair Users

Ross was recently contacted by Transport for Cornwall to be involved in their #BucketLoadsByBus campaign to see what their facilities were like.

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Accessible Powerboat and Accessible Cabins!

Ross has SMA Type 3 – his two different adventures described in his blog – ‘A Life On Wheels’.

Sarah with handcycle

Out and About with a Handcycle

Sarah, has Distal SMA – her experiences of getting out and about after getting a hybrid handcycle!

Ross driving

Ross’s Biggest Achievement

How learning to drive and passing his test has been Ross’s ‘biggest achievement’ – bringing him independence and freedom.

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Bobby – Creativity and Ability, In Limitation

Bobby, has SMA Type 2 and has been on a creative journey into using pixel art.

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Martyn – Care and Support Travelling Abroad

Martyn, who has SMA, shares his tips and ideas on how to manage care and support when you’re travelling abroad.

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Julian on Useful Home Tech

Julian on how readily-available, everyday technology, such as Amazon Alexa, can make a big difference and make life easier at home.

Image shows a man sitting in his wheelchair, with his golden retriever next to him.

Sunny Everyday

In March 2018, Martyn and his fiancée, Kasia, got their dog Sunny – why they decided to go for it and what Sunny means to them.

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Marni – with Dylan the Goldendoodle & Buttercup the Chihuahua

Marni, who has SMA Type 2, shares what Dylan and Buttercup mean to her.

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Ross & Ralph

Ross, who has SMA Type 2, introduces his golden cockapoo called Ralph!