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Cordless Telephone with headset
This is the phone I bought that you can use a headset with... http://www.telephonesonline.co.uk/details.asp?prodID=1056&title= The above phone has reasonable sized buttons, has caller display and you can text with it (wish I could remember to use my free texts from BT:o). Has a phone book and is quite simple to use. Some…
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Free prescriptions if you are unable to leave the house without assistance
It is fairly well publicised that people with certain conditions can get an exemption certificate for free prescriptions, but not everyone realises that people who cannot leave the house without assistance also qualify for free prescriptions - regardless of income. So if you are virtually housebound, or need someone to…
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2 for 1 cimema deal
If you get DLA you can get a CEA card which gets 2 people in for one at cimema's. Only takes about 2 weeks to arrive and costs £5.50 and lasts as long as your DLA award is. I know not everyone can go to cineama but even if you only use it once or twice you make your money on it. http://www.ceacard.co.uk/
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New Vic Theatre (Newcastle under Lyme)
If you show proof of disability (eg DLA) they put you on their computer. Then when you phone to book tickets, you just tell them you are on their disabled list and you get a free ticket for a companion. They are really helpful too. The last time I went, I booked last minute and they had no accessible seats left (I can't…
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Concessions for Toll roads and bridges
If you are disabled and have to use a toll road or bridge, it is worth finding out if there are concessions for disabled drivers/passengers. The rules and requirements seem to vary, so it is worth making a phone call before you travel See here for a list of roads and bridges that offer concessions…
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DLA/CA/AA - exportability of payments abroad
One year ago, on 18 October 2007, the European Court of Justice (ECJ) ruled that certain benefits, including disability living allowance (DLA), carers allowance and attendance allowance, were exportable to other EEA states. This ruling followed an action bought on behalf of those expatriates who were stripped of their…
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Disability Forums
I thought it would be good to have a list of disability forums? I personally didn't find one until some time after becoming disabled and the forums have helped me no end. General Disability Forums www.uhad2bthere.co.uk (website and forum) www.uhad2bthere.co.uk/swap-it/ https://www.mobilityfriends.co.uk…
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Theatre Royal Newcastle
If you buy a wheelchair space seat, you carer gets a ticket free
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Excellent Forum For Parents of Children/Adults with Learning Disabilities
This site is of great value to parents/carers of people whom have a learning disability www.learningdisabilities.org.uk/information/have-your-say/choice-forum/ You will find a wealth of help and advice which includes grants etc, although you will need to join the forum. Once you have joined you will be able to post…
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special disabled day out rates.
Well, I thought I would get the ball rolling with a dosh saving day out http://www.thorpepark.com/disabled.php The tussauds group offer special rates for disabled visitors & their carers, and also fast track wristbands. The info is all on the above link. [threadbanner]box[/threadbanner]
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Grants for people with specific conditions
I think it might be useful to list the organisations that give financial or practical help for people with specific conditions, see posts below for further info... Crohn's and Colitis association; grants for washing machine, holiday etc - http://www.nacc.org.uk/content/services/welfare.asp Family Fund; grants for parents…
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disabled persons railcard - special offers
If you hold a disabled person's railcard, check out the speccial offers on the website http://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk/special-offers The Tio Pepe card looks like good value if you like eating out - it gives half price deals or 2-4-1 deals in local restaurants and is not limited to a particular chain. Holders of…
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Finding footwear
The following leaflet from the Disability Living Foundation may be of assistance to anyone trying to source footwear for 'non standard' or awkward feet. http://www.dlf.org.uk/factsheets/pdf/Finding_Suitable_Footwear.pdf I am trying to find some slippers for my mum. Over the years we have gone thru all the usual velcro…
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iPod usability
My mum has expressed interest in an iPod for a present so she can listen to music and audiobooks. She has a PC, so should be comfortable using iTunes. She did have a stroke a few years ago, though, and this has affected her eyesight. She has her pc set to larger icons and can read that ok. I was wondering which iPod to buy…
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Disabled Steam Generator Ironing board
This post is spread across other sections of the website as it benefits able bodied folk and disabled. There are many Steam generator ironing boards which are height adjustable, but which are the best to use while sitting? Using an ironing board while seated, the board has to be rock solid and not too long. The slightest…
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disability scooter insurance help
Hi lovely people, I wonder if someone could help me. I am trying to help my Gran (who is 90) with finding a good affordable insurance for her electric Rio4 4-wheel scooter. She is currently paying about £150 a year which includes public liablity, breakdown cover and cost of repairs and labour. I know this is an insurance…
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Disabled Moneysaving
I am a profoundly deaf MSEr and I've found a host of disabled entitlements that I never knew were avaiable unless you search and ask deep enough. Any chance of having a Disability board on MSE? Insert By Martin This discussion was started, and as part of it, this new board was created. So we decided it'd be nice to move it…
