The diary

16 MAY

Kidz to Adultz South

Farnborough International Exhibition & Conference Centre www.kidzexhibitions.co.uk

Dedicated to young adults with disabilities and additional needs, this exhibition is perfect for parents, carers and professionals working to support these young people. More than 140 exhibitors will be at the event, o ering advice and information on many areas including: funding; mobility; communication; legal ma ers; sensory and more.

4 JUNE

Kiltwalk

Aberdeen www.thekiltwalk.co.uk

Join thousands of people in Aberdeen for this year’s Kiltwalk and raise funds for your chosen charity, and they will receive up to 125 per cent of fundraising. Choose to walk either 3.7 or 18 miles, with this year’s event being the cheapest ever to take part in. Other Kiltwalk events will be taking place throughout 2023 in Dundee and Edinburgh.

6-7 JULY

Disability Expo

ExCel London www.thedisabilityexpo.com

This summer, a new event for disabled people, by disabled people is coming to London. Disability Expo is a two-day, a endeefocussed event with a packed programme where visitors will be able to browse hundreds of exhibitors showcasing products, services and o ering advice. The event will also have a range of panels, activities, performances and presentations, including an inclusive fashion show, a have-a-go area, and a gaming zone.

16 May

Training: SEND law and young people

Online

Delivered live over Zoom, this one day training has been designed for parents, carers and supporting family members of children who are approaching or are already above compulsory school age. Covering important topics like what your local authority should be doing, social care duties, the framework of the Children and Families Act 2014 and more, the content is particularly relevant to those who are navigating post-16 education for the first time. www.ipsea.org.uk

30 MAY World MS Day

Worldwide www.worldmsday.org

Every year, this awareness day takes place to share stories, raise awareness and campaign for people a ected by multiple sclerosis (MS). The theme for this year's event is connections and you can take part by ge ing involved on social media, in your local community, or with a national organisation in the UK like the MS Society (www. mssociety.org.uk).

17-25 JUNE

Special Olympics World Games

Berlin, Germany

Cheer on Team GB as they compete in Berlin 2023. The Special Olympics World Games are the world’s largest inclusive sports event, with thousands of athletes with intellectual disabilities coming together to compete in 26 sports across nine days. Keep up to date with Team GB in the lead up online (www.specialolympicsgb.org.uk), or show your support on social media using #TeamSOGB www.berlin2023.org

HEALTH Bendi Bag

The Bendi Bag is a unique product, designed with wheelchair users in mind. The bag fits to the shape of the knee and is available in a 700ml or 1300ml capacity, and connects to all-night drainage bags. The Bendi Bag enables people to manage their drainage system without the worry of frequent emptying or toilet access.

Available on prescription, Manfred Sauer UK 01604 595 696 www.manfred-sauer.co.uk

Mobility

Compression socks

Compression socks no longer have to be boring. These colourful, floral pa erned socks from Not Your Grandma’s help to reduce pain and swelling, are sensory friendly and are so to the touch. These socks are 15mmHg, providing light compression for people looking for pain relief and reduction in dizziness.

Not Your Grandma’s, £15 www.notyourgrandmas.co.uk

HEALTH Period pants

These Classic Bikini pants are perfect for heavy period days, light to moderate bladder leaks or overnight protection from leaks with heavy-overnight absorbency. Made by Australian brand Modibodi, they are comfortable to wear and come in a range of colours and designs. The pants provide an alternative to traditional disposable pads, liners and tampons, whilst giving you peace of mind. Modibodi, £22 www.modibodi.co.uk