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Dressability takes on paralympic role Runners and racemakers wanted
British athletes with “Obviously we for Swindon Half Marathon
disabilities could be were really pleased
the most stylish at to be asked,” said It’s back for the and a 1km wheelchair race.
next year’s Paralym- Sharon. “As a fash- twelfth year, now Individuals, teams and corporate
pics Games in Rio de ion house ASOS have under new manage- entries are all invited - and you can
Janeiro. limited experience ment, re-energised raise money for charities of your
And with the help designing and fitting for runners and choice.
of Swindon charity clothing for people with community If you are not entering but want
Dressability, they’re with disabilities so spirit at its heart. to get involved, help make this the
likely to be the most we’re passing on our Organised by best Half Marathon yet by becom-
comfortable. knowledge built up SEQOL Charity, the ing a volunteer racemaker, or visit
As the only charity over 15 years since event on Sunday on the day to enjoy the atmosphere
in the country that adapts everyday Sian Barrie founded the charity. 11 October, offers and cheer on the participants.
clothing worn by able bodied people “We’ve met the designers from a range of challenges to choose For details of volunteering and to
for the specific requirements of ASOS to discuss the points they from: the half marathon, a five mile enter online, see:
individuals with disabilities, Dress- should consider when creating multi-terrain, a two mile fun run www.swindonhalfmarathon.org.uk
ability was introduced to the British garments for the athletes and will
Paralympic Committee by one of be returning to discuss details as
its trustees, the BBC journalist and we get nearer the Rio Paralympics THE CHIROPRACTIC
broadcaster Andy Stevenson, who in September 2016.” HEALTH CENTRE
himself is differently able.
Dressability manager Sharon Fashion show help needed CLARE DUNCAN-HAWES
Tombs, above, said: “We were Dressability is putting on a series
invited to present our experience of fashion shows at Asda Walmart FREE SPINAL HEALTH CHECK
of adapting clothing so that people in North Swindon on 16 and 17 • NECK PAIN Free 20 minute consultation
with disabilities can wear fashion- October, with help from members of • BACK PAIN to assess if Chiropractic
able clothing which have hidden Swindon Down’s Syndrome Group • HEADACHES will benefit you.
zips and fastners, or have been modelling Asda’s Autumn range. • SPORTS INJURY Please call
tailored so that the waistband of Volunteers are needed to assist on • CAR ACCIDENT INJURIES 01793 602454
users in wheelchairs don’t rub their an information stand and to collect Chiropractic is a natural and safe approach to help the problems Clare Duncan-Hawes
backs.” donations. Hair stylists and nail above and many more such as knee and elbow pain, repetitive strain, BSc (Hons) MSc DC
Member of the British
When the contract to supply day technicians are also invited to offer heavy lifting injury, etc. And we can help young and old alike. Chiropractic Association &
wear for the paralympic athletes their skills. 54 Basepoint Centre, Westlea, Swindon College of Chiropractors.
was awarded to ASOS, Dressability For details contact Andrea Hawker www.cjduncan-hawes.co.uk Registered with GCC
was asked to act as design consult- on 01793 512878.
ants. www.dressability.org.uk
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