Sociability

POV: your friends suggest a spontaneous plan… but your brain immediately turns into an access checklist 👀

For a lot of Disabled people, spontaneity isn’t just “getting up and going.”

Before we try somewhere new, there’s often a long list of questions running through our heads:
– Will I be able to get in?
– Is there an accessible toilet?
– Will there be suitable seating?
– Will I actually be able to move around or sit comfortably?

That uncertainty can turn something fun into something stressful really quickly.

That’s why we use Sociability, a free app with thousands of access guides for cafes, restaurants, and bars across the UK. Check access before you leave or when you’re on the go. See real photos of venues, and get real-time accessibility updates 🙌

Download the Sociability app for free via the link in our bio! 

Episode 3 of our everyday barriers wheelchair users face series ♿️

This reel focuses on pavement-related barriers and everyday access issues wheelchair users often face when moving through public spaces:

– Cobblestones and uneven ground, which make wheeling difficult
– E-bikes blocking dropped kerbs and pavements
– A-boards and outdoor seating blocking pathways
– Bins left out, obstructing the pavement
– No step-free access or alternative route available

For many wheelchair users, these are daily barriers when simply trying to get around. Small actions like keeping pavements and dropped kerbs clear can make a huge difference to accessibility and independence.

What barriers are missing from this list? Whether you use a wheelchair or have different access needs, share your experiences in the comments 💬👇

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What’s your favourite thing about the Disabled community? We want to hear from you! 💬

From the togetherness and shared understanding that comes from lived experience, to the individuality, acceptance, and support for one another, the answers say it all.

We’re so proud to be surrounded by such an inclusive, diverse, and welcoming group of people 💙

What’s your favourite thing about the Disabled community? Let us know below - ps comment if you spot someone you know! 👇

Wondering how to find accessible things to do in Leeds? Stop scrolling! ♿️📍

Join the Sociability Community Day and explore the city with people who get it. Whether you’re looking for wheelchair accessible Leeds spots or just want to meet the Disabled community in Leeds, our meet-ups are the perfect place to find new accessible hidden gems. We host relaxed social events for Disabled people across the UK.

Coming solo? Most people do and leave with new friends!

How to join:
1. Tap the link in bio.
2. Sign up for our Sociability Community Day Leeds meetup.
3. Check your inbox for the details!

Don’t miss out on the best accessible events in Leeds. See you there!

Disabled people shaped the tech you use every day.

Their needs, their advocacy, their lived experience pushed innovation in directions it never would have gone otherwise.

Captions — created for Deaf and hard of hearing communities. Now half of us can’t watch a reel without them. (Guilty. Train journeys are sacred.) 📱

Audiobooks — made reading accessible for blind and visually impaired people. Now they’ve completely changed how the world consumes books. 🎧

Voice assistants — developed for people with limited mobility. Now you’re using Siri to set a pasta timer with floury hands and zero shame. 🗣️

Disability drives innovation. Accessibility benefits everyone.

That’s not a feel-good tagline, it’s simply how the world is changing and shaping today.

So today, on GAAD, I’m asking you to think about that the next time someone tells you accessibility is a “nice to have.”

Which one of these surprised you most? And what have we missed? Drop it in the comments 👇

6 people. 6 completely different reasons a place becomes inaccessible… 🤔

Accessibility isn’t one size fits all, and what works for one person might not work for someone else.

Here are some things that can make a place inaccessible:
1. Lack of clear accessibility information
2. Obstructions under tables, making it hard for wheelchair users to sit comfortably
3. No step-free access
4. Spaces that are too crowded to navigate
5. Too much background noise or no quiet space
6. No seating or rest areas

It’s not always obvious, but these things can completely change whether someone can access a space or not.

Want to find accessible places that suit your needs?📍

Download the free Sociability app to discover thousands of accessible cafes, restaurants, and bars across the UK, with mobility, visual, hearing and sensory information. This link in our bio! 📱

What makes a place inaccessible for you? Let us know in the comments 👇💬