London Borough of Croydon

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Physical disabilities

Age Concern

Concerned with the needs and aspirations of older people aged 55+. Age Concern Croydon has produced a very helpful online directory of services which you can find on their website (see associated link).

Disabled Living Foundation

Providing older and disabled people with equipment solutions to help them lead independent lives. They aim to help people achieve greater mobility and independence and to confront barriers excluding them from living a full and productive life at home, at work and in their leisure time. They provide a helpline for professionals and the public (details below).

Disability Croydon

Provides support for community projects and social enterprises run by people with disabilities (details below). Their 'D for Disability' helpline gives information and advice on disability related matters. They also offer a number of other services including:

  • alternative format service
  • a bulletin giving updates on current disability issues
  • RADAR keys for accessible toilets
  • professional advocacy
  • 'Have Your Say' consultation project
  • disability equality training and access consultancy
  • training in assistive computer technology

Multiple Sclerosis Society

The Croydon branch provides self help groups, respite care and welfare support for members and their families, both practical and emotional. They provide information about all aspects of MS and organise social events and outings (see associated link).

Additional information

The Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation (RADAR) has published a booklet called 'If only I'd known that a year ago' which is aimed at newly disabled people and those whose situation has changed. It costs £12.60 and can be obtained by calling 020 7250 3222 or logging onto the RADAR website (see associated link).

You can find out more information under the following headings:

  • Services for older people
  • Sight disabilities
  • Hearing disabilities
  • Shopmobility
  • Specialist equipment and adaptations
  • Home care
  • Learning disabilities

Contact Details

Contact name
Disability Croydon
Telephone
020 8684 5538
Fax
020 8689 3414
Email
info@disabilitycroydon.org.uk
Address
Room 2.07
Strand House
Thornton Heath
CR7 8RG
Website
www.disabilitycroydon.org.uk
Contact name
Disabled Living Foundation Helpline
Telephone
0845 130 9177
Typetalk
020 7432 8009
Contact name
Disabled Living Foundation
Telephone
020 7289 6111
Address
380-384 Harrow Road,
London W9 2HU
Website
www.dlf.org.uk

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