Motability Foundation

"Some days those do not look pretty, but any disabled person will tell you we are always trying our best." For Danielle, #DisabilityPride for me means embracing the new her and educating others about the personal impact of disabilities. Read more: bit.ly/4ykAARW

This was Nigel's experience a year ago: an on-the-spot fine or a run-in with the British Transport Police. Stories like this show why accessible transport is so important. Disabled people deserve to travel independently, confidently and with dignity: bit.ly/4h3xH1J

Our grant-funded driving lessons unlocked independence, education and the world of work for Ben. Read his story via @hulllive ⬇️ bit.ly/4y7waOd

Travelling with a spinal cord injury? You don't have to figure it all out alone. Back Up and Thriving: Accessible Travel Toolkit, developed with support from @Motability, features podcasts and videos sharing lived experience and travel tips. ow.ly/zwAp50Zjh9b

Is York an accessible tourist spot? Content creator, writer and speaker Pippa Stacey explores her favourite wheelchair-accessible places around the city. 👏 Find out more and watch here 👇 bit.ly/4eVVMoF Video: Lucie Rhodes

Happy #DisabilityPrideMonth! This month is for anyone who is disabled, but also for families, friends, colleagues, allies, organisations and businesses who want to show support by celebrating disabled people and disabled communities. Read our blog ⬇️ bit.ly/4vHxt4Q

NLU is a multi-award-winning football club created specifically for children and young adults with Down syndrome, offering tailored weekly training sessions for physical development, skill-building and social inclusion. Read more ⬇️ bit.ly/4g8nVLn

Last week, Sean and Raghu attended @MOVE_Event - where leading voices in the mobility ecosystem come together. The breadth of innovation highlighted how quickly the sector is evolving. It was a day full of insights and valuable perspectives on the future of electrified mobility.

We always have a great time at Motability Scheme Live!   Not only do we get to see our customers face to face, but we get to see their assistance and service dogs too. 🐾 #MotabilitySchemeLive #AssistanceDogs #ServiceDogs

Happy #FathersDay! Here’s to all the dads who show up for their families today and every day. Dads like Nigel, Aaron, Warren, Innes and Chris prove that care is strength and love matters however it is shown and received. Read more in our blog post 👇 motabilityfoundation.org.uk/news/more-than…

It’s #WheelchairSkillsWednesday! Our Wheelchair Skills App shares practical tips to help you regain independence. In this video, Shaun shows how to change a wheelchair tyre 🦽 📱 Download our App to see more - backuptrust.org.uk/support-for-yo… With thanks to @Motability and @TrirideUK.

It's #LearningDisabilityWeek - a time to celebrate visibility, inclusion and community. Across the country, local councils, charities and healthcare trusts are hosting community events, panels and sports days to break down barriers. Learn more ⬇️ motabilityfoundation.org.uk/news/do-you-se…

Everyone deserves to travel with confidence, and improving disabled passengers' experiences is about more than training alone. Today we're publishing the Discovery Report from the 'On Track for Inclusive Train Travel' project, funded by @Motability 👇 communityrail.org.uk/reports-and-re…

Why do disabled people face significant barriers during rail travel - and how can their journeys be improved? @RNIB and @CommunityRail's latest report, On Track for Change, shows why inclusive rail travel needs a whole-system approach. ➡️ bit.ly/3SoIwkH

The lack of data on wheelchair use makes it hard for the NHS and government to improve services. We’re inviting proposals from organisations to support the creation of a UK-wide survey into the experiences of wheelchair users and their families. ⬇️ motabilityfoundation.org.uk/news/call-for-…

Last month, we joined @MotabilityOps at Motability Scheme Live in Birmingham. Thank you to everyone who stopped by to say hello and find out more about the support we provide through grant-making. Thank you to all our volunteers for helping make the event such a success. 👏

Have seen Bupa’s giant mural on Waterloo bridge? The massive installation is a part of their ‘Express Your Health’ global campaign - the core message being creative expression is an essential pillar of clinical wellness. Read more ⬇️ bit.ly/4a6xjvp Photo: Jeff Moore

It's #WorldBicycleDay, and we're proud to be pedalling forward with @WeAreCyclingUK 🚲 Through our grant funding, we’ve supported The Inclusive Cycling Experience - helping disabled people enjoy the benefits of cycling by removing barriers. Learn more ⬇️ bit.ly/4e1Lva7

When bus infrastructure is not built with accessibility at the forefront, millions are impacted, with consequences for every area of their lives. Accessibility needs to be built into the design and not added as an afterthought. Read via @BBCNews ⬇️ bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

For Charlene, having a wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) for Gino means they can make important journeys with ease. But it also means their family can enjoy days out, meals, swimming and little holidays. Read Gino's story ⬇️ bit.ly/4dDjbMj #TransportEquity