If you are disabled, driving can seem a daunting prospect. The Queen Elizabeth Foundation are specialists in all aspects of driving for disabled people, with expert assessors and instructors backed by specialist technology.
They have a wide variety of specially adapted dual-controlled cars fitted with hand controls and left foot accelerators, swivel seat and hi-tech vehicles that can be driven from a wheelchair. Their service is fully equipped to facilitate driving for disabled people and provide adaptations accordingly. Find out more here.
We are a small swimming club aimed at people who have a disability or mobility problems. This could be long term or short term.
We have been established since 1966. We meet at Brookes sports, Oxford Brookes University, Harcourt Campus, Botley, Oxford. ox2 9at. We meet every 2 weeks on a Sunday morning, 9:00-11:30. we have a hoist if needed. Loads of swimming aids. we are a very friendly group some people swim for the session others just stay in the pool for a short period to do exercises. Some just get in and stand and chat. It is up to you.
The water is normally warmer than a public pool. Brookes provide lifeguard cover. There are also volunteer helpers to assist in any way we can. They are not qualified carers. There are a couple of large changing rooms for wheel chairs. We also have tea coffee after wards if you wish. We also have a picnic in the summer and a Christmas dinner.
We are not a charity. We are funded by our members. All the equipment pool hire and insurance is covered by our membership fees. The membership for 2018 was £57 per person. The club is run by volunteers only. Most of which are members. We are always looking for volunteers both Male and Female.
Our next swim is 05/08/18. then every 2 weeks after that. There is free parking for 2hrs. Please read the terms and conditions on the notice as you have to obtain a ticket on arrival. If you are interested just turn up for a chat or a trial. you could also contact me Nick on nickray1956@gmail.com
A message from Philip Campbell to tell you about our latest project: The Milton Park 2040 vision. Please take part in the first step survey and share with your peers and colleagues.
Quiz night with The Nightingale to raise money for the centre. We would like a team to enter if possible are you available? Any raffle prize donations would be greatly appreciated.
Many thanks to Dave, Russ, John M, Sarah D, Maggie, John & Angela, Gloria, Andy & Julia, Liz & Ronnie, Brenda & Geoff for giving up their time on Friday and Saturday to collect at Tesco Extra Abingdon. A great total was raised: £945.69, so a massive thank you to all of you.
Source Remap: Remap is a national charity that works through local groups of skilled volunteers. We help disabled people achieve independence and a better quality of life by designing and making equipment for their individual needs. This tailor-made equipment helps people to carry out essential daily tasks without having to ask for help, or helps them take part in leisure occupations or sports that would otherwise be impossible.
Our focus at Remap is to give people independence because we know how important this is. Many people have a physical impairment of some sort. But your life changes if you have to rely on others all the time. By making a piece of equipment specifically for an individual, tailored to their needs, we can often help them become that bit more independent.
Remap gives disabled people the joy of independence. Find out more here.
The University of Sheffield has asked for volunteers to help with their research study. They asked a group of people with Multiple Sclerosis, and a group of healthcare professionals, about what they thought the contents and appearance of a fatigue management app should be. They would like to know how far you agree or disagree with the things they said.
You can take part in this research if you are:
Someone living with Multiple Sclerosis (MS), or someone experiencing MS-like symptoms, regardless of whether or not you have received a diagnosis.
You have a partner who has MS
You are a professional who works with people with MS
You must be over 18 to take part in this research.
for disabled people, with expert assessors and instructors backed by specialist technology.
