Mobility Inclusion for disability, adoption and discrimination Disability Discrimination Act

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H.O.M.E.S. (Housing Mobility and Exchange Services)

Contact details for H.O.M.E.S. (Housing Mobility and Exchange Services), an organisation which works with local authorities and registered social landlords throughout the UK, offering a range of services that help people move including, tenants with special needs or disabilities

Directories section
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Using a mobile phone abroad

Things to think about when using a mobile phone while travelling abroad

Travel and transport section
3.

Mobility Advice and Vehicle Information Service (MAVIS)

The Mobility Advice and Vehicle Information Service (MAVIS) helps disabled and elderly motorists make informed decisions about their own mobility needs.

Disabled people section
4.

Get weather forecasts straight to your mobile phone

The Met Office website provides detailed weather forecasts for the UK and provides a text message alert service for those who want forecasts sent to their mobile phone

Do it online section
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Performing arts for mobility-impaired people

Advice about getting the most out of going to, for example, the theatre, opera and ballet - plus music performances including the types of facilities available for disabled customers.

Disabled people section
6.

British Blind Sport

Contact information for British Blind Sport, an organisation which believes in the many benefits that sport can offer visually impaired people, including improved health and mobility, broadening horizons, making new friends, and becoming more independent

Directories section
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Buying or hiring a vehicle

Advice on buying or hiring a vehicle for disabled people, including information on the Mobility Advice and Vehicle Information Service (MAVIS) and the Motability Scheme.

Disabled people section
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Disability Living Allowance - eligibility

If you are a disabled person (or claiming for a disabled adult or child) - find out if you, or they, are eligible to receive Disability Living Allowance. There's an explanation of both 'care' and 'mobility' needs.

Disabled people section
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The Blue Badge parking scheme

The Blue Badge scheme provides a range of parking benefits for disabled people with severe mobility difficulties who travel either as drivers or as passengers. There's information about eligibility, applying for the badge and misuse of the scheme.

Disabled people section
10.

Performing arts and accessibility

Advice for disabled people about getting the most out of going to, for example, the theatre, opera and ballet - plus music performances including the types of facilities available.

Disabled people section
11.

Cinema – access and facilities

Advice about getting the most out of going to the cinema including the types of facilities available for disabled customers.

Disabled people section
12.

Accessible technology products

Information on making computers and technology accessible to people with disabilities, including types of products and software available.

Disabled people section
13.

Vehicle tax for disabled people

If you have certain mobility allowances or have an invalid carriage you may be entitled to a free tax disc

Motoring section
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Walking aids

Walking sticks, crutches and other mobility equipment for people with a permanent or temporary disability.

Health and well being section
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Airport and airline services for disabled travellers

Brief list of services and facilities available to disabled air passengers, including help with registration at check-in.

Disabled people section
16.

Air travel if you are deaf or hearing impaired

Guidance on air travel if you are deaf or hearing impaired. Includes information about taking support and assistance dogs on aircraft.

Disabled people section
17.

Air travel if you are blind or visually impaired

Guidance on air travel if you are blind or visually impaired. Includes information about taking support and assistance dogs on aircraft.

Disabled people section
18.

Getting there

Information on travel for disabled people including airport and airline services, air travel code of practice and overseas travel by train or ferry.

Disabled people section
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Visiting places of interest for people with a learning disability

Visiting museums, galleries, exhibitions and other places of interest for people with a learning disability – including special tours.

Disabled people section
20.

New drive to safer roads

Tuesday 30 November 2004 - Motorists speeding, drink-driving or using their mobile phones will get tougher penalties under Government plans to improve road safety

Newsroom section

 

 

21.

Attendance Allowance - how to claim

How to claim Attendance Allowance including requesting a claim pack over the telephone or downloading the form from this website.

Disabled people section
22.

Carers' rights

Information on carers' rights including the Carers (Equal Opportunities) Act.

Caring for someone section
23.

Fire safety in the home

Advice on fire safety in the home, including smoke alarms and what to do if a fire breaks out

Home and community section
24.

Taking medication abroad

Tips on taking medication abroad including - especially when flying and visiting countries abroad.

Disabled people section
25.

Planning to go away

Planning to travel within the UK or overseas if you are a disabled person, including advice on air travel.

Disabled people section
26.

Health abroad

Health considerations when travelling as a disabled person including insurance, emergency treatment and where to get general travel health advice.

Disabled people section
27.

Booking and accommodation

Booking accommodation and holidays in the UK if you are a disabled person including information about accessibility.

Disabled people section
28.

Performing arts for deaf or hearing impaired people

Advice about getting the most out of going to, for example, the theatre, opera and ballet - plus music performances including the types of facilities available for deaf or hearing impaired customers.

Disabled people section
29.

Performing arts for blind and visually impaired people

Advice about getting the most out of going to, for example, the theatre, opera and ballet - plus music performances including the types of facilities available for blind or visually impaired customers.

Disabled people section
30.

Going on holiday with a carer or companion

Booking accommodation and holidays in the UK if you are a disabled person including information about accessibility.

Disabled people section
31.

Introduction to care homes - over 50s

Quick guide to care homes - including information on types of care home, choosing a care home, paying for the care, making sure it meets national standards and more.

Over50s section
32.

Travel and holidays in the UK

Information on travel and holidays in the UK for disabled people including the National Accessible Scheme, 'reasonable adjustments' plus tips on booking accommodation.

Disabled people section
33.

Motoring and transport

Information for disabled people on motoring and transport, including vehicle adaptations, public transport, the Motability Scheme and the Blue Badge parking scheme.

Disabled people section
34.

Planning a trip

Information on planning a trip for disabled people including getting a passport, taking medication abroad, what happens to your benefits while you're away and going on holiday with a carer.

Disabled people section
35.

Performing arts

Information for disabled people on the performing arts, including access to events and getting involved.

Disabled people section
36.

Public safety

News, advice and information on civil emergencies including terrorist attacks, severe weather, flooding and accidents

Newsroom section
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Public and community transport

Information on public and community transport for disabled people including travel by train, local transport and the Disabled Persons Railcard.

Disabled people section
38.

Travel holidays and breaks

Information for disabled people on travel, holidays and breaks, including travel in the UK and abroad, and air travel.

Disabled people section
39.

Leisure and recreation

Information for disabled people on leisure and recreation, including visiting places of interest, sport, performing arts and leisure at home.

Disabled people section
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Travel health

Introduction to immunisation and general travel health issues, including information on E111 and the European Health Insurance Card (help with emergency healthcare abroad)

Travel and transport section
 
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