Everything Else
The Story Behind the Lyrics: Meet MC Wheels
MC Wheels (aka Nathan) is one of the original Loop community members featuring in our “Can I Ask You A Question” Series,...
Wellness
Taking Care of Your Physical and Mental Health
For someone with a neuromuscular condition, taking care of their health can be a little bit more complicated, both in te...
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Everything Else
How we can all be better advocates for accessibility
You may have heard of the Social Model of Disability, which at the core is the idea that people with disability are disa...
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Wellness
How to Advocate for Yourself in Healthcare Appointments
Doctors’ appointments aren’t always the most enjoyable part of life, but for people living with a neuromuscular conditio...
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Education
Conversations with … New School Year Edition
In The Loop’s latest blog article, we provide a list of topics to discuss with your child’s teacher/support team, class...
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Recreation
Accessible School Holiday Activities Sorted
The school holidays are here, which means you are probably looking for activities to get you out of the house. However,...
Wellness
Physiotherapy for Neuromuscular Conditions: What Works, What Doesn’t and Why It Matters
Allied health professionals play an important role in the health of people with neuromuscular conditions. Often a physio...
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Recreation
Powering Towards The Powerchair Football World Cup
The Loop caught up with Poweroos captain Dimitri Liolio-Davis to learn more about powerchair football, his journey, what...
Everything Else
Writing and Spirituality - An Interview with Jessica
There are many sides to Jessica including being an author, a disability advocate and Christian. She shares her story wit...
Travel
Wheels In The Sky - Accessible International Travel
Looking to plan your next trip? Organisations like All Wheels Up and the Australian Government ‘The Aviation White Paper...
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Everything Else
Disability Pride Month: The Past and The Future with You
In this blog article, we explore the history behind Disability Pride and the symbolism of the flag. Closer to home, we l...
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Everything Else
Normalising Neuromuscular Bodies - Advocacy in Action
Every day the media is pushing the idea of a perfect person, a perfect body, but when you’re someone who doesn’t fit thi...
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Jack’s Advocacy Journey
In this blog article, The Loop community member and Muscular Dystrophy Foundation Australia Policy and Advocacy intern,...
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Everything Else
Turning Dreams Into Reality: The Magic of Make-A-Wish
If you could wish for anything in the world, what would it be? This is a question posed to children with a neuromuscular...
Wellness
Energy In Energy Out: Looking After Your Body
For people with a neuromuscular condition, maintaining a healthy weight is often a balancing act - enough weight to be h...
Relationships
Dating When You Have a Neuromuscular Condition
Relationships are now at the forefront of conversations in society thanks to the continued rise of dating apps and socia...
Everything Else
Learning How To Accept Your Disability
If you’re struggling with your disability at the moment (because we’ve all had those moments) or you’re a parent with a...
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Relationships
Staying Connected to People this Festive Season
The holiday season can be a time of joy, but it can feel lonely or isolating. Here are some ways to stay connected with...
