Disability
Information for disabled people and carers in areas such as employment, health and education. There's also advice on financial
support, independent living and rights
Note : from 1 October 2004, changes to the Disability Discrimination Act mean service providers should have removed barriers preventing disabled people accessing their services. This includes shops, banks, hotels, theatres, restaurants and places of worship.
- Download a copy of our |Essential Guide for help in living with a disability in Elmbridge
- |Elmbridge Access Group
Elmbridge has an active disability group formed from volunteers who meet on a regular basis which represents the interests of disabled people throughout the Borough.
- Leisure
There are |two easy access trails on the Elmbridge Commons, provided to enable people of all abilities to enjoy our countryside sites. They are ideal if you are a wheelchair user, if you have difficulty walking long distances on uneven ground, or if you are just out for a gentle stroll in pleasant surroundings.
You can also |benefit from Concessionary prices on a range of Leisure facilities in Elmbridge.
- |Elmbridge Care and Repair
Help with repairs and adaptations to your home, including finding contractors, overseeing work, and advice on how to claim disability benefits.
- |Carers
Looking after someone who needs support because of a disability
|The DirectGov website provides information covering the following:
- Money
Information about your entitlement to financial support. - Motoring and Transport
Adapting vehicles, learning to drive, and public and local transport - Home and Community
Independent living, adapting houses, care homes and accessible technology.