Useful Links
We have no control over the content or upkeep of these sites and so can bear no responsibility for them whatsoever. They are intended as a guide to useful sites only.
Government:
www.doh.gov.uk – Department of Health
www.open.gov.uk – Direct Gov – Public Services
www.disability.gov.uk – Direct Gov – Disability
www.charity-commission.gov.uk – Charities regulator
www.drc-gb.org – Equality and Human Rights Commission
www.dvla.gov.uk – Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Network and be noticed with the Disabled Motorists Federation.
Are you a commercial, government or charitable organisation? Establish trading and networking relationships with the Disabled Motorists Federation and benefit from NATIONAL, EUROPEAN AND WORLDWIDE PUBLICITY! The federation will be the only U.K. based charity to receive extensive editorials within the diversity pages of the ‘hard copy’ versions and websites of the following publications; The 2011 UK Parliamentary Yearbook, the 2011 European Union Yearbook and the 2011 Diplomatic and Consular Yearbook…read more For commercial and government enquiries contact: Peter Lyne – e: peter@dmfed.org.uk m: 07774 405734.
Health Sites:
www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk – Health advice and information
www.ace.org.uk – Age Concern
Disability Sites:
www.dmfed.org.uk – The Disabled Motorists Federation
www.transportforall.com – Accessible transport
www.bbc.co.uk/ouch – Information on disability and forums
www.scope.org.uk – Disables people achieving equality
www.motability.co.uk – UK’s vehicle scheme
www.disabilitynet.co.uk – You’re Able – Information on disability and forums
www.radar.org.uk – The Disability Network
www.disability.co.uk – Birmingham Disability Resource Centre
www.disabilitycharter.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk – Raising the standards of access
www.disabilityview.co.uk – Able Magazines website
www.mobilise.info – Mobilise Magazine website
www.disabilitybenefits.co.uk – Explaining disability benefits
www.nabd.org.uk – National Association for Bikers with Disability
http://www.ricability.org.uk – Research and information for older and disabled people
www.asbah.org – Association for Spina Bifida , Europe’s largest organisation dedicated to supporting individuals and families as they face the challenges arising from spina bifida and hydrocephalus
www.mobilitybuy.com – Suppliers of Services and Mobility Equipment
www.disabled4disabled.co.uk – Useful information for disabled people
www.herefordshiredisabilityunited.org.uk – Herefordshire Disability United is a voice for disabled people and provides an opportunity to speak out on local and national disability issues.
http://www.sisonline.org/ – is the national voluntary organisation concerned with new and long-term spinal cord injured people, their relatives and friends, along with those involved in the management, care and rehabilitation of the injury.
http://www.disabledgear.com – Welcome to DisabledGear.com, the place to buy and sell second hand disabilty equipment online! I created this website to be a practical alternative to the expense of new, and address many of the frustrations I have experienced in my years of paralysis.
http://www.disabledphotographers.co.uk/ - If you have a disability and want to enjoy photography the Disabled Photographers Society is here to help and encourage you to overcome the difficulties and to take great pictures.
www.ampstuff.co.uk Novelty products and clothing. For more info please contact craig@ampstuff.co.uk / 07875 017 892
Wheelchair providers we recommend:
Links to other relevant sites:
http://www.dlf.org.uk- Disabled Living Foundation
http://www.help-my-mobility.org – Mobility products buying tips
www.tourismforall.org.uk Tourism for All UK is an independent charity supporting leisure and tourism opportunities for all, operating an information service to older and disabled people, and working with the industry and government to raise the standards of welcome to all guests.
Mobility Scooters – Mobility Nation UK http://www.mobilitynation.co.uk/ Active Hands gripping aids could allow you to take part in activities you never thought possible.
Leisure
www.ineedaholidaytoo.com – accessible holidays in France
Calvert Trust Exmoor is an outdoor activity centre, specifically designed to be accessible to all, offering outdoor adventure holidays to people with disabilities, together with their families & friends. The fully accessible, fully catered, accommodation consists of ensuite single, twin and triple bedrooms, as well as a number of apartments with open plan kitchen and living space. Calvert Trust Exmoor also provide fixed & mobile hoists, shower chairs, profiling electric beds and other equipment to make your stay more comfortable, regardless of your disability.
Providing sport and challenging events for people with paralysis throughout the UK
Disabled Car Insurance
When you’ve invested in a wheelchair accessible or specially adapted vehicle you’re going to want to make sure it – and you – are well protected.
We are delighted to announce that Sirus Automotive have teamed up with Fish Insurance to ensure our customers enjoy discounts of up to 35% on car insurance designed for people with disabilities, limited mobility or for those that drive for disabled people.
We have no hesitation in recommending Fish’s specialist car insurance. Every policy offers, as standard:
Up to 35% discount for drivers with disability or limited mobility
New for old – which specifically cover the adaptations you need
Free courtesy car or mobility allowance if a car suitable for you is not available
Wheelchair in transit cover
Legal cover available including personal injury & uninsured loss cover
http://www.iwestmidlands.co.uk/local/car-customisation-and-conversion-specialists/
For more details or a quote call 0800 046 9860 – don’t forget to mention Sirus Automotive.
