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Joe - Dystrophy Dad

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Disabled writer, blogger and poet. Dystrophydad.com

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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 14/08/2025
Today would have been Euan’s 51st birthday 💛 Later this summer, Euan’s Guide will have a gentle refresh - a welcoming, clear and accessible new look. Our new logo features Euan’s handwriting, a lasting tribute to the man who started it all. buff.ly/kFIVyoM #Accessibility
A graphic design featuring the new Euan's Guide branding with text reading Something new is coming Today, on what would have been Euan's 51st birthday, we want to share the beginning of a new chapter for Euan's Guide.A photograph of Euan MacDonald MBE with the new Euan's Guide logo and brandingA graphic design of the new Euan's Guide branding with text reading New Look. Same Purpose. Thank you for being part of the journey.
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 20/06/2025
In recognition of #PrideMonth, our Review Coordinator, Pat, shares their thoughts on the experience of being queer and disabled, and the ways in which both communities intersect.
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Pride Month: Intersectionality and Inclusion
A blog post by Euan's Guide Review Coordinator, Pat, on Pride Month: Intersectionality and Inclusion.
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 30/05/2025
Meet our new Review Coordinator, Pat! Pat says, "When I became disabled, I missed doing the things I enjoyed. Getting back out there and travelling improved my quality of life, and I’m excited to share information that helps others do the same." Please give them a warm welcome!
A white, non-binary person with short curly hair and round gold glasses smiles at the camera. They’re wearing pink dungarees and a yellow shirt. They are sitting in front of a teal wall with the Euan’s Guide logo.
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 18/04/2025
Heading into the long weekend like… Where are you off to this Easter weekend? For inspiration - or to share great accessible places with others - head to our website #EuansGuide. Link in bio.
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 17/02/2025
Travel Takeover! Our Community Manager has boarded his coach to set off on another accessible adventure. Over the next few days we'll be showcasing a UK city. Where do you think we're going? #accessibletravel #travelwithconfidence
A photo of Joe through the accessible door of a bus, sitting on a seat with his wheelchair in front of him.
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 14/02/2025
Our Community Manager, Joe, was recently featured on the Invisible CitiesTalks podcast, where he discussed accessibility in tourism with host Sonny. buff.ly/4hAxUa5
Image of Joe, a white man with a beard and shaved head, sitting in his wheelchair and Sonny, a white man wearing a black beanie, standing. On the teal wall behind them is a white speech bubble with text reading "Euan's Guide Disabled Access Reviews:
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 29/01/2025
An introduction from the good folks at @euansguide.com 💚
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 30/12/2024
Did you know I’m available to write blogs and articles for your website? Have a look at some of the work I’ve done for others and reach out to me if you’re looking for an authentic disabled voice and writing that finds humour in the challenges life brings. dystrophydad.com/publications...
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Publications and Partnerships
Below is a collection of commissioned articles and featured writing for various websites. If you’d like me to write for your website or publication, please contact me here. Allied Mobility/Mob…
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 10/12/2024
We're in Cardiff! Today we're in the Welsh capital. Keep an eye on the replies to see where we get to. And let us know your favorite place in the Welsh capital!
Image of a red wall with white letters reading "Welcome to Cardiff" in English and Welsh
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 08/12/2024
Rather proud to be featured in here 💚
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 02/12/2024
I've updated my website to include links to all 115 disabled access reviews I've written for Euan's Guide. It covers Aberdeen, Dunfermline, Dundee, Glasgow, Manchester and Paisley so far. dystrophydad.com/4457-2/ Have a read and consider adding your own at www.EuansGuide.com
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Disabled Access Reviews
As the Community Manager at Euan’s Guide, my day job gives me the opportunity to open the world for other disabled people. A key part of my job is to travel up and down the UK and write disab…
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 25/11/2024
A wee piece written for Muscular Dystrophy UK.
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Wandering the world on wheels - Muscular Dystrophy UK
Joe lives with Becker muscular dystrophy and is a passionate writer, blogger, and poet. He shares his experiences to help make travel more accessible for everyone.
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 25/11/2024
I've updated my website to include links to all 115 disabled access reviews I've written for Euan's Guide. It covers Aberdeen, Dunfermline, Dundee, Glasgow, Manchester and Paisley so far. Have a read and consider adding your own at Euansguide.com dystrophydad.com/4457-2/
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Disabled Access Reviews
As the Community Manager at Euan’s Guide, my day job gives me the opportunity to open the world for other disabled people. A key part of my job is to travel up and down the UK and write disab…
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Euan's Guide @euansguide.com · 20/11/2024
To say we've had an emotional evening would be an understatement! A tribute to our founder Euan MacDonald MBE and highly commended for our Safer Toilets campaign. We're committed to continuing Euan's legacy. ❤️ #Power100
A red screen on a stage lit by puple lighting reading Antonia Lee-Bapty Chief Executive Euan's Guide. There are people sitting in front of the screen and stage. A selfie of Euan's Guide's CEO, Antonia, and Euan's Guide Ambassador, Chloe. A photo of light up letters reading Power 100 on a white tiled floor.
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 18/11/2024
When my depression fuels my writing, how do I write when those feelings leave? Find out in my new blog. dystrophydad.com/2024/11/08/f...
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Fuelling the fire
If you’ve read my blog before, you’ll recall that a clinical psychologist once explained to me that they felt writing was keeping me alive. And they were right. Like many disabled people, or indeed…
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Joe - Dystrophy Dad @dystrophydad.com · 14/11/2024
A quick introduction. I'm Joe, a father with Becker Muscular dystrophy, hence the name. I'm a writer, blogger and poet and I work for a disabled access charity. We'll see how active I am on BS but feel free to check out my site dystrophydad.com or follow me on Instagram. #disability #writer
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