Information on this page has been compiled mostly from booklets supplied by Age Concern.
Useful Contacts for the Disabled and their Carers
DIAL Shropshire Telford & Wrekin
DIAL Shropshire Telford & Wrekin provides independent information and advice on all aspects of disability for people with disabilities, their families, carers, health and social care professionals as well as supporting them to challenge Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit decisions, appeals and representation at tribunals.DIAL also provide information, advice and guidance (IAG) support for clients wishing to explore opportunities for learning, training, volunteer and work placements. To access this information on the internet go to "www.shropshireonline. gov.uk/community.nsf/open/786CAF023C0B5F5D80256DCF00336DF1".
Blue Badge Scheme
For information about parking for disabled people go to "www.telford.gov.uk/ Living/Advice/BlueBadge.htm".Disabled Access Group
Borough of Telford & Wrekin Disabled Access GroupFor information and details of planned meetings contact Tina Jones (Corporate Equalities Officer) 01952 203108.
Adaptations of homes
If you need advice on adaptations such as installing hand rails, ramps, etc. to make life easier for elderly or disabled people, contact Occupational Therapists, Borough of Telford & Wrekin, Social Care Services, Derby House, Lawn Central, Telford, TF3 M2JA. Phone 01952 202870.Start of page
Ambulance Hire
Tail lift ambulances are available for groups to hire through Telford & Wrekin CVS - for details phone 01952 211477.Coach Hire
Specially adapted coaches for the disabled can be hired from Boultons of Shropshire - phone 01694 771226.Blindness and Partially Sighted
Royal National Institute for the Blind, 105 Judd Street, London WC1H 9NE. Their helpline is on 0845 766 9999.East Shropshire Talking for the Blind can be contacted on 01952 243102.
Deafblind UK for information phone 0800 132 320
Shropshire Voluntary Association for the Blind
SVAB provides a range of services to improve the quality of life for visually impaired people of all ages who live in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin by providing grants to help visually impaired people to acquire specialist aids and equipment (for example IT equipment and/or specialist software for visually impaired users of IT), or to be able to take part in activities which otherwise might not have been possible. If you would like to have a confidential and informal discussion before deciding whether to ask SVAB for a grant, please phone the SVAB office on 01743 450912, or email SVABadmin@shropshire-cc.gov.uk.Community Meals Service
Provides either hot or frozen meals to the elderly, anyone with a physical disability and/or sensory impairment living in the Borough of Telford & Wrekin. They can be contacted on 01952 202820.Start of page
Deafness
Your doctor can refer you to the Audiology Service for advice on suitable hearing aids and provision through the NHS. For more information contact 01952 282804 or by textphone 01952 222901.The Hard of Hearing Group(Telford) meet on the first Tuesday of the
month at 1030am to 1230pm in the Education Centre, Princess Royal Hospital
- for further details contact 01952 282804.
Royal National Institute for the Deaf Helpline - phone 080 8808 0123.
Hearing Concern supply a confidential service offering support and advice
to deaf and hard of hearing people, their families and friends - contact
0845 074 4600>.
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People for information please write to
Hearing Dogs for Deaf People, the Grange, Wycombe Road, Saunderton, Bucks,
HP27 9NS or phone 01844 348100.
Dial a Ride
A door to door transport scheme for the residents of the Borough of Telford & Wrekin who cannot access conventional public transport due to mobility problems. Eligibility is restricted - for more information phone 01952 211477.Start of page
DOARS(Day Opportunities and Rehabilitation Services
Provides a variety of services for disabled people to promote and support independence in the community - contact 01952 595543.Holidays
For information on holidays for older and disabled people contact:-(a)holidays for disabled people - Rosemary McIntyre 0208 390 9752
(b)Age Concern organise an annual holiday to Llandudno - contact 01743 233123.
For information on holidays for disabled people and those with special needs see www.tourismforall.org.uk".
Library
For information on special services available for older/disabled people (including mobile services and housebound) - contact 01952 292151.Start of page
Mobility
The Mobility Information Service can be contacted at Unit B1, Greenwood Court, Cartmel Drive, Shrewsbury, SY1 3TB or phone 01743 463072.Occupational Therapists
Can provide help and advise on aids and adaptations in the home. They can be contacted at Derby House, Lawn Central, Telford, TF3 4JA or on 01952 202870.Rehabitat Shop
Is located at the Princess Royal Hospital and sells aids for older/disabled people. Phone 01952 641222.Shopmobility
Provides the loan of wheelchairs, power chairs and scooters for use in Telford Town Centre. Phone 01952 238005.Shropshire Disability Consortium
Phone 01743 444599.Start of page
Shropshire Wheelchair Service
Contact 01743 444051.Shropshire Wheelchair Users and Carers Group
Gives advice and information on all aspects of wheelchair use. Phone 01952 504126.Disability Living Centre
Located at Lancaster Road, Shrewsbury and can be contacted on 01743 444599.Sensory Impairment Service
Physical Disability (18 years to 64 years) and Sensory Disability (18 years and over) contact 01952 202860.Sports Facilities for the Elderly and Disabled
For further details contact The Sports Development Unit on 01952 202374.Start of page
Stroke Club
Wrekin and Telford Stroke Club is a social club for those who are disabled after a stroke. Support Group - Social Communication phone 01743 261417. Stroke Association (Advice) - phone 0845 303 3100.Talking Newspapers for the Blind
East Shropshire contact 01952 243102.Toilets for the Disabled
National Key Scheme - Toilets have standard locks and the same key fits all. Further information and keys can be obtained from RADAR, 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF or phone 020 7250 3222.Start of page