The links and contacts here aim to provide access to information and support for local people. If you have a link or an item of useful information, please EMAIL us.

Voluntary sector contacts for general enquiries.

County-wide Disability Organisations

DISH is the Disability information service for Hertfordshire.
Helpline : 0800 181 067
Admin : 01727 813 815
email info@dish.uk.net

HAD - Herts Action on Disability is a county-wide group involving people with disability in training and other actions aimed at improved access to work, education and society.

SpireNet - a site for advice on access to Higher Education for people with disability. Run by the University of Hertfordshire !

Local Access Groups

Welwyn-Hatfield Access Group - WHAG
Hazel Grove Community Centre, AL7 2DG
Tel: 01707 323 884

Access Provided !

All Saints Nursery School, Station Road, Harpenden has full wheelchair access, something not always available in pre-schools.
Tel - 01582 460643 (Mon-Fri 9-12).
email - Heather Ward

Online Resources and Organisations

ISDAC is the Information Society disAbilities Challenge, and promotes access to IT and Internet for social, educational, cultural, educational, and employment opportunities. If you are interested in local ISDAC activities EMAIL a UK contact.

TheSamaritans provide a useful crisis support.

YoureAble.com - the Internet resource for people with disability.

Ability Net - a charity that brings the benefits of computer technology to adults and children with disabilities.

Scope - national disability organisation for people with cerebral palsy.

RNIB - Royal National Institute for the Blind.

RNID - Royal National Institute for the Deaf.

RNID Library - is based at University College London Library.

NASEN - the National Association for Special Educational Needs.

MS Society - the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Microsoft Accessibility and Disability - provide advice and resources concerning access to IT and the opportunities this brings.

Showrooms and Equipment Suppliers

Better Mobility - is based in Hertfordshire and has a wide range of wheelchairs, power chairs, scooters, back rests, cushions, and also some home care and static seating products.
Check out their useful Advice and Information section, where you can download a Highway Code for Scooters, and how to select cushions and back rests to meet your needs, as well as details of warranties etc.