Useful links
Accessibility & Equipment
AccessAble
To give you the accessibility information you need to work out if a place is going to be accessible for you.
Access Card
A card that indicates your access card with symbols, avoiding the need to carry official personal documents.
Access Your Life
Provide advice on multiple types of mobility equipment, as well as offering exclusive discounts on some equipment.
https://www.accessyourlife.co.uk/services/
Apply for a dropped kerb.
Apply for a dropped kerb via Basingstoke and Deane Council.
www.basingstoke.gov.uk/dropped-kerbs
Assistance Dogs UK (ADUK)
A coalition of assistance dog organisations that have been accredited by Assistance Dogs International (ADI) and/or The International Guide Dog Federation (IGDF). The organisations provide a range of types of assistance dogs such as guide dogs, medical alert dogs, autism dogs and hearing dogs.
Basingstoke and District Disability Forum
BDDF are the disability champions of the Basingstoke and Deane area. Supporting our community through several innovative projects that improve health and well-being, while promoting awareness and understanding of the barriers faced through living with a disability.
British Red Cross
Short-term loan of wheelchairs & mobility aids
Disability Grants
Various grants and funds are available for disability-related costs, including a detailed guide on different processes and means of acquiring a wheelchair.
https://www.disability-grants.org/grants-for-wheelchairs-one.html
Dogs For Good
Provide Assistance dogs for disabled children and adults, community dogs who provide support in a range of settings and also advice for parents/carers of autistic children on how their family dog can support their child.
How We Help | Dogs For Good, Dog Charity UK
Hampshire Equipment Services
For information about equipment, adaptations and advice that can make life at home easier and safer
https://www.hants.gov.uk/socialcareandhealth/adultsocialcare/equipment-adaptations
Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Lanyard
The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower symbol is a simple tool for you to voluntarily share that you have a disability or condition that may not be immediately apparent. This helps others to be aware that you may need a helping hand, understanding, or more time in shops, at work, on transport, or in public spaces.
Living Made Easy
Living Made Easy is the charity previously known as the Disabled Living Foundation.
Since 1969, the DLF has been providing free impartial advice and information on solutions, gadgets, adaptations and aids to make life easier.
Motability
Provide cars, wheelchairs, wheelchair accessible vehicles or mobility scooters in exchange for a qualifying mobility allowance.
https://www.motability.co.uk/how-it-works/
Scope
Scope is a disability equality charity providing practical information and emotional support, including advice on how to get a wheelchair.
https://www.scope.org.uk/advice-and-support/wheelchairs/
Spectrum Centre for Independent Living
Various support to help Disabled People become empowered to live the lifestyle of their choice, and realise the same opportunities and control that non-disabled people take for granted.
Shopmobility
ShopMobility centres allow individuals to hire mobility scooters, powerchairs and wheelchairs to enjoy independence outdoors.
https://www.shopmobilityuk.org/centres/view/basingstoke/