Acorn Stairlifts South Africa Blog

 Just like every person comes in different shapes, sizes, and colours, so does autism spectrum disorder.This year on World Autism Awareness Day, learn about autism spectrum disorder and how you can take part in a movement promoting acceptance, diversity, inclusion, and basic human rights for all people— including a group of people who are sadly often stereotyped, discriminated against, underestimated, underappreciated, and excluded from society—the autistic community.

The 1st of April, otherwise known as April Fools’ Day, is a silly occasion full of jokes, tricks, pranks, laughter, and fun. Find out how you can get in on the fun this year with April Fools’ ideas that will lift your spirits and put smiles on your friends’ and families’ faces. 

With Easter peeping just around the corner, it’s that time of year to start hopping on those fun Easter trends again. Read on to learn 5 fun and festive family-friendly activities you can all do together to celebrate Easter this year.

From savoury mains to decadent desserts, Easter celebrations are rich with diverse culinary delights that reflect the unique flavours and customs of each culture. Embark on a gastronomic journey this Easter as we explore twelve mouthwatering dishes, each representing the culinary heritage and festive spirit of different corners of the world.

Welcome back to our segment of Acorn Stairlift FAQ of the Week. This week, learn all about the different stairlift models that Acorn offers that allow us to soar in the stairlift industry and help you reach new heights in your life and home.

Human Rights Day is a poignant moment to reflect on the painful history of all the struggles and triumphs that have shaped the nation's journey towards equality and justice, serving as a reminder of the dangers of discrimination, as well as an opportunity to learn from our past mistakes. Here are five meaningful ways to celebrate Human Rights Day in South Africa, ensuring that we continue to champion equality, honour our heroes, and safeguard our hard-won freedoms for generations to come.

This year on World Down Syndrome Day, you can unite with the millions of people all over the world living with Down syndrome who are fighting to drown out harmful stereotypes, crying out to be respected and valued for the unique, multifaceted individuals that they are. Read on to learn more about World Down Syndrome Day 2024’s theme of “End the Stereotypes” and how you can become a part of putting an end to the stigma and discrimination behind disabilities.

International Day of Happiness is all about appreciating the happiness that is already present in our lives that is often taken for granted, highlighting the impact and significance of happiness in the human experience, and striving to share this happiness with others. 

Welcome back to our segment of Acorn Stairlift FAQ of the Week. This week, join us as we delve into the question of whether stairlifts are exclusively for seniors and uncover the truth behind the misconceptions of this multifaceted mobility solution.

Sure, you may think you're a St. Patrick's Day expert, but hold onto your shamrocks because there's a lot more to this holiday than meets the eye! As we gear up for St. Patrick's Day 2024, get ready to uncover seven hidden treasures of knowledge about this festive occasion that might just surprise you.