The idea of ‘health’ can cover a lot of areas, and sometimes it can be confusing finding the information you want. Often, a good way of getting the most out of a hospital or doctor’s appointment is writing down and taking the questions you want answered with you, and taking notes of the answers if […]
Public transport access and provision for disabled people in Milton Keynes is very positive. Concessionary rates are available for disabled and elderly people using the conventional bus service. Concessionary Bus Fares in Milton Keynes Milton Keynes Council, Civic Offices, Central Milton Keynes, MK9 3EJ Tel: 01908 252558 Web: https://www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/highways-and-transport-hub/bus-and-taxi/bus-passes-and-cards Email: Buscards@milton-keynes.gov.uk Concessionary bus fares are available
This section encompasses key aspects of mobility: car travel. We all want to be able to get to where we want to go, whether it is to the local shops or across the country to visit relatives. For information regarding mobility and travel whilst abroad, please see the HOLIDAYS AND TRAVEL section. Milton Keynes’ grid
There are a range of care providers in Milton Keynes. If you need support from another person to help you carry out day-to-day activities, e.g., getting up, washing, dressing, preparing a meal, shopping, or help to access social activities, you could use the services of a care agency. A care agency would arrange to send
What are personal budgets? If you are assessed as having eligible social care needs, such as needing help with personal care, help to prepare a meal, mobility needs, support to improve your physical and emotional health and wellbeing, or to maintain important relationships and access social activities, then you may be allocated a Personal Budget.
When planning a holiday, individuals with disabilities face unique challenges. Accessibility, transportation, and accommodations must be carefully considered to ensure a safe and enjoyable trip. Fortunately, the UK offers various destinations and activities catering to those with disabilities. This comprehensive guide will cover everything you need to know to plan the perfect disability holiday in
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Do you count yourself among the 1/4 million who struggle to use a standard accessible toilet? Do you need more thana pull-down grab rail around the toilet and a red emergency pull cord? Around 250,000 disabled people and their families have to plan any form of outing around whether or not they can use a
In the UK, disability is defined as a physical or mental impairment that has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a person’s ability to carry out day-to-day activities. But what does this mean in practical terms? In this article, we explore the broad range of disabilities that are recognised in the UK and how
The CEA Card is a national card scheme developed for UK cinemas by the UK Cinema Association (UKCA) formerly the Cinema Exhibitors’ Association (CEA). The scheme was introduced in 2004 and is one of the ways for participating cinemas to ensure they make reasonable adjustments for disabled guests when they go to the cinema; in
