Disabilities

Anyone may become disabled, suddenly through accident, or gradually through illness, and some people are disabled from birth.

Our aim is to help you live independently and lead a fulfilled life through the range of services that we offer. Use the links below for more information.

Learning Disabilities

Learning Disabilities - What is a learning disability and what services are provided for people with learning disabilities.

Mental Health Disabilities

Mental Health - What is a mental health problem and what services are provided to people with mental health problems, their families and carers.

Physical Disabilities

Disability Connect Centres - Information on centres which provide specialist day care for people with disabilities
Disability Equipment and How to Get it - Age Concern Factsheet
Occupational Therapy - More information about occupational therapy
Physical Disabilities - What is a physical disability and what services are provided for people with physical disabilities

Visual Impairments

Visual Impairments - What is a visual impairment and what services are provided for people with visual impairments.

Links to pages you may find useful

Disabled Badges, Parking and Disabled Parking Permits - information on how to apply for a parking permit/blue badge and more
Disability Equality
Disabled Facilities Grants
Disability Legislation
Disabled Students Allowance - Information about educational allowances for disabled students

Other Useful Information

Advocacy - how to find someone to represent a person who cannot manage their own affairs
Bus Pass - applying for a bus pass
Charging for Care Services
Contact Services for Adults & Older People
DirectGov Disabled People - Government disability links
Direct Payments - A scheme which allows you to fit services around your own needs
Focus on Disability - Website containing general information for Disabled People
Paying for Care Services - Information on how much we charge for care services
Social Care Centres