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Imagine a world where everyone, regardless of their abilities, is valued, included, supported, and empowered to thrive. That’s the vision behind World Down Syndrome Day 2025—a day dedicated to raising awareness, breaking barriers, and strengthening the support systems that help individuals with Down syndrome lead fulfilling lives. Let’s explore the ways we can improve our support systems and ensure that every individual is receiving the respect, resources, and opportunities they deserve! 

There are many experiences that we encounter in our everyday lives that make us happy. 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.

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 2025, get ready to uncover seven hidden treasures of knowledge about this festive occasion that might just surprise you.

Our kidneys may not always get the spotlight, but behind the scenes, these small, bean-shaped organs play a huge role in keeping us healthy. So, this World Kidney Day, let’s show our kidneys some love—They do a lot for us, and it’s time we return the favour!

Are you through accepting limits cause your stairs say they’re so? It’s time to try defying gravity and take flight on our wicked sweet stairlifts. Learn how an Acorn Stairlift allows you and your loved ones to fearlessly defy gravity in your own home, unlocking a future that’s truly unlimited.

This International Women’s Day, Acorn Stairlifts celebrates all of the amazing women in the world who have made a difference, not just from their multiple contributions throughout the course of history, but through the ways in which they touch peoples’ personal lives on a daily basis as well.

Hear, Hear! Have you heard that it’s World Hearing Day? Lend an ear to learn about World Hearing Day—And while you’re reading, remember to keep an ear out for some helpful ear care tips.

Discrimination hurts. It not only denies us basic human rights, but it makes us feel ashamed of all of the special qualities that make us who we are—It makes us ashamed of our very existence. It is for this reason that we observe Zero Discrimination Day, a day designed to raise awareness, educate, and bring to life the dream of a world with no discrimination.

Surprising new studies are shedding light on a powerful truth—how our mobility directly affects our mental health—and the impact it has on our well-being is bigger than we ever imagined. Get ready to discover the hidden secrets behind the mind-body connection and why improving your mobility could be the first step to finally feeling free again.

Welcome back to our segment of Acorn Stairlift FAQ of the Week! This week, we will delve into some stairlift safety 101 —And hopefully, put a swift stop to any impulsive or irrational ideas before they’re set into motion.