Dressability

01/11/2026

𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐤𝐞

For someone who has experienced a stroke, everyday tasks such as getting dressed can become much more challenging. Reduced mobility, coordination or strength can make something as simple as fastening buttons, pulling up trousers or putting on a shirt difficult.

At Dressability, we regularly support people who have experienced a stroke by making practical adaptations to their everyday clothing, helping them dress more easily, comfortably and independently.

From replacing fiddly fastenings with Velcro to making garments easier to put on and take off, small changes can make a big difference.

With World Stroke Day taking place earlier this week, it's a good opportunity to highlight how clothing adaptations can help people regain confidence and maintain their independence following a stroke.

Whether you've experienced a stroke, are living with a disability or have reduced mobility or dexterity, our team can help make everyday clothing easier to wear. To find out more about our clothing adaptation service, call us on 01793 512878 or email [email protected].

29/10/2026

𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐨𝐰𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞?

Did you know that you don't need to come to our workshop to volunteer with us?

We're always looking for people with sewing skills who would like to give a little of their time to help make a difference in our local community.

Whilst we run four volunteering sessions each week at Dressability, we also have plenty of opportunities for people who prefer to sew from home.

Our volunteers support a wide variety of community projects, from making specialist items such as drain bags for people recovering from surgery to removing branding from clothing so it can be reused and donated rather than going to waste.

Whether you have years of sewing experience or simply enjoy sewing as a hobby, we'd love to hear from you.

Volunteering from home is a great way to put your skills to good use, contribute to worthwhile projects and support people in our community, all whilst working around your own commitments.

If you're interested in getting involved with our outreach sewing projects, please give us a call on 01793 512878 or email [email protected].

Please share this post with anyone you know who enjoys sewing and might like to get involved.

27/10/2026

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐞𝐫 – 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐬 𝐅𝐑𝐄𝐄

Something as simple as fastening a button, pulling up a zip or putting on a favourite item of clothing can become difficult with age or a disability.

At Dressability, we help people overcome these everyday challenges through specialist clothing alterations and adaptations, making dressing easier, more comfortable and helping people maintain their independence.

We're continuing our special offer for West Swindon residents, giving eligible people their first garment alteration or adaptation completely free of charge.

Our experienced dressmakers can help with a wide range of clothing challenges, often making relatively small changes that can have a big impact on someone's everyday life.

If you or someone you know is finding clothing difficult to manage, please get in touch. Our friendly team will be happy to discuss how we might be able to help.

Call us on 01793 512878 or email [email protected].

We're based at Bradbury House, Westmead Drive, Swindon, SN5 7LE.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this offer with friends, family or anyone in West Swindon who might benefit.

Offer excludes wedding dresses, prom dresses and formal suits and is subject to suitability.

20/10/2026

We were delighted to welcome the Heart in their Hand Project to Dressability recently.

Following a generous donation of beautiful christening gowns from John Lewis & Partners, we're pleased that our talented dressmakers can help put these to such a meaningful use.

It's a lovely example of charities working together to make a difference, while ensuring donated clothing is put to good use.

Please do share the original post to help these gowns reach the families who may need them.

For more information or to get in touch with us at [email protected]

18/10/2026

𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐞 – 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 🧵

We're delighted to welcome Stephanie to Dressability as we begin the second year of our Trainee Dressmaker Programme.

Stephanie already has a passion for sewing and creativity, running her own small business making handmade coats for dogs. She's now looking forward to developing her skills further, learning from our experienced dressmakers and putting those skills to good use helping others.

Our trainee programme is something we're particularly proud of. We're incredibly fortunate to have such talented and experienced dressmakers at Dressability, and through the programme, we're working to pass their knowledge and expertise on to new people and future generations.

Traditional sewing, dressmaking and alteration skills are incredibly valuable, but opportunities to learn and develop these skills aren't always readily available. We believe it's important that the knowledge and craftsmanship of experienced dressmakers are preserved and passed on.

These skills also play an important role in sustainability. Research by environmental charity WRAP found that for every five clothing repairs, around four purchases of new clothing are avoided.

At Dressability, we see the value of these skills every day. From repairing and altering clothing to making specialist adaptations that help people with disabilities live more independently, our dressmakers make a real difference.

By investing in the next generation of dressmakers, we hope to preserve these important skills, encourage more sustainable clothing choices and ensure Dressability can continue supporting even more people in our community for years to come.

Please join us in giving Stephanie a warm welcome to the team!

15/10/2026

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 💗

Love wearing it, but finding it difficult to put on, fasten or get comfortable in? We’re here to help.

At Dressability, we adapt and alter clothing for people with disabilities and those aged over 65, helping make everyday dressing easier, more comfortable and more independent.

For local residents of West Swindon, we’re delighted to offer your first garment alteration or adaptation free of charge.

Whether it’s a favourite outfit or an everyday essential, tell us what you’re finding tricky. Our friendly, expert team will talk through how we can help.

Give us a call on 01793 512878 or email us at [email protected]
We're based at Bradbury House, Westmead Drive, Swindon, SN5 7LE.

Know someone who could benefit? Please share this post and help us reach more people in our local community.

Please note that this excludes wedding dresses, prom dresses and formal suits and is subject to suitability.

13/10/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐞 💚

We were delighted to deliver handmade aprons to Prospect Hospice’s head chef. Made to order in the hospice’s colours, they’ll be used by their kitchen volunteers.

We also delivered a large supply of drain bags to Debbie, who runs the Prospect at Home team. These can be given out free of charge to anyone who needs them.

Prospect Hospice provides vital care and support for people with life-limiting illnesses and their families, and we’re proud to support the wonderful work they do.

It’s always a pleasure to put our sewing skills to use in our community. A big thank you to our wonderful volunteers for the time and care they put into every item.

Pictured in the top photo are Teresa, our trustee, on the far left in her patterned waistcoat, and Ruth, our volunteer, on the far right.

Although we undertake community projects regularly, our core service is adapting clothing for people with disabilities or limited mobility. If you or someone you care for could benefit from our help, please contact our dressmaking team on 01793 512878 or email [email protected]

10/10/2026

𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲💚

This year’s theme is “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.” It’s a reminder of how much it matters to listen to people and understand the challenges they face.

At Dressability, listening is where our work begins. Clothing can present difficulties that others might never notice. We take the time to understand what each person needs and adapt their clothes to help them feel more comfortable and independent.

Being able to wear the clothes you choose and get dressed with greater ease can make a real difference to confidence and wellbeing. Today, we’re recognising the connection between those everyday experiences and how people feel.

If you or someone you know could benefit from our clothing adaptations, please get in touch. Call 01793 512878 or email [email protected]

For information and support with mental health, visit https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/

07/10/2026

𝐃𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐲 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐊𝐌

We’re really pleased to see Dressability featured by AnnKM, sharing our story and the work we do to make clothing more accessible for people with disabilities and those with limited mobility.

The article looks at our clothing alterations and bespoke adaptations, our UK-wide postal service, the contribution of our fantastic volunteers and our work to reuse clothing that may otherwise go to waste.

Most importantly, it helps raise awareness of why our service is so important, helping people to feel more comfortable and independent through clothing that works for them.

It’s always great to have an opportunity to share the work of Dressability with a wider audience and highlight the difference that a relatively simple clothing adaptation can make.

You can read the full article here:

By: Erica Commisso  The team at Dressability understands that accessibility and clothing that works for your body means something different to everyone. It is for this reason, they have made it their mission to offer a personalized approach to accessibility for their entire community.&

01/10/2026

𝐂𝐥𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐰𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭. 💚

A fastening that’s easier to manage, an opening that makes dressing simpler, or an alteration that improves comfort when seated can make a real difference to everyday life.

At Dressability, we adapt clothing for children and adults with disabilities, limited dexterity and other needs. Every person is different, so we listen to what’s difficult, what they’d like to wear and what would help them feel comfortable and independent.

You don’t have to live near Swindon to use our service. We also offer a postal service, so people further afield can get in touch to discuss an adaptation. If you’d like to see examples of our work, we can email or post you a free brochure, or you can collect one from us.

Find out more at https://www.dressability.org.uk/ or contact us on 01793 512878 or email at [email protected]

A friendly and welcoming charity which supports the clothing needs of individuals with disabilities and those with limited dexterity.