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Summer doesn’t have to mean expensive attractions, crowded hotspots or complicated planning. Sometimes the best days out are slower ones - discovering somewhere peaceful, spending time outdoors and finding places that feel welcoming and easy to enjoy.We’ve put together a summer bucket list of beautiful places around the UK that are known for accessibility features [...]

This year, PAPool is celebrating 19 years of helping Clients and Personal Assistants connect through compatibility, choice and independence — and we wanted to say thank you to our amazing community.To celebrate, we’re giving away:✨ 1 FREE 3-month Client subscription✨ 1 FREE 3-month PA subscriptionWhether you’ve been with us for years, already subscribe, or have [...]

When we talk about wellbeing, conversations often focus on exercise, mindfulness, healthy routines or taking time to rest… But wellbeing is much broader than self-care.Feeling independent, confident, connected and able to take part in everyday life all contribute to overall wellbeing, and for many disabled people having the right support can make those things possible.This [...]

When we think about loneliness, we usually picture someone who spends a lot of time alone. But loneliness isn't actually about how many people are around you - you can be surrounded by family, colleagues, support workers, or even a busy social calendar and still feel lonely. Equally, some people who spend large amounts of [...]

If you've signed up to help test the new PA Pool website and app, firstly thank you!Secondly, you may be wondering what on earth has happened.The short answer is:Quite a lot.The slightly longer answer is:Imagine a cross between a technology project, a soap opera, a disaster recovery exercise and an episode of The Apprentice where [...]

Having your own Personal Assistant offers something many agencies struggle to provide: genuine choice and control. You get to choose who supports you, and decide when and how that support is delivered. You can build a long-term relationship with someone who understands and aligns with your goals, routines and preferences.So if employing a PA offers [...]