Links Page

Welcome to our external links page

Here you will find links to other websites that you may find useful and informative. All links will open in a new window or tab in your browser. This area will grow to include more companies & charities that we know and have worked with.

Please note that this page contains links to external websites. These links are provided for your convenience and information only. We do not control the content of these external websites and are not responsible for their accuracy, relevance, or availability.

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UK Charities & Services

CAMHS:

CAMHS stands for Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services. CAMHS is the NHS mental health services for children and young people.

CAMHS support covers depression, problems with food and eating, self-harm, abuse, violence or anger, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia and anxiety, and other difficulties.

There are local NHS CAMHS services around the UK, with teams made up of nurses, therapists, psychologists, child and adolescent psychiatrists (medical doctors specialising in mental health), support workers and social workers, as well as other professionals.

Find your local CAMHS team: https://www.nhs.uk/service-search/other-health-services/child-and-adolescent-mental-health-services-camhs

National Autistic Society:

The leading autism charity in the UK. They provide a variety of resources and support for autistic people and their families. Here are some of the key things they do:

Support and Guidance: They offer information and advice on autism, including diagnosis, living with autism, and accessing support services.

Campaigning: They advocate for the rights of autistic people and work to improve services and opportunities available to them.

Creating a More Inclusive Society: They aim to create a society that understands and accepts autistic people.

Here is a link to their website:

https://autism.org.uk

More Autism charities/services:

Here are some additional resources you might find helpful:

Child Autism UK: This website focuses on supporting children with autism and their families

https://www.childautism.org.uk/contact/

Ambitious about Autism: This charity specifically focuses on autistic children and young people

https://www.ambitiousaboutautism.org.uk/

NHS support for Autism: This page from the NHS website provides a starting point for finding support for autism in the UK, including helplines and links to other charities…

https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/autism/support/

Cerebral Palsy Foundation UK:

It is estimated that 1 in 400 babies born in the UK have a type of cerebral palsy. The Office for National Statistics figures indicate that with a birth rate in England and Wales of around 700,000 per year there may be as many as 1,700 new cases of cerebral palsy in children each year.

There are many organisations and charities which support people with cerebral palsy. Cerebralpalsy.org.uk provides support by offering impartial information on a broad range of subjects that people affected by CP should find useful. As you navigate the site you will find tips, guides and advice available to aid those who are impacted by the condition.

Here is a link to their website:

http://cerebralpalsy.org.uk

Scope:

Scope is a leading disability charity in the UK that supports people with cerebral palsy and other impairments. They offer a wide range of services, including advice, advocacy, and practical support.

Link to their website: https://www.scope.org.uk/

Disability Rights UK:

Disability Rights UK is the UK’s leading organisation led by, run by, and working for disabled people.

They work with Disabled People’s Organisations, public bodies, businesses and Government across the UK to influence regional and national change for better rights, accessibility, benefits, quality of life and economic opportunities for Disabled people

Here is a link to their website: https://www.disabilityrightsuk.org/

UK mobility equipment providers

Adapt A Home:

Adapt A Home provide mobility equipment to the general public, with the specific intention of allowing their clients to stay in the home they love and not go into either a care home or sheltered accommodation.

Their range covers everything you need for caring for someone at home and allows the client to remain active and mobile for as long as possible.

Adapt A Home offer free home surveys for stairlifts and fitted patient moving hoist systems as well as offering home demos of much of their range – so you can try before you buy.

Rentals:

Adapt A Home now offers a mobility scooter rental service in London & Glasgow as well as wheelchair rental and powerchair rental. They also provide rental care at home packages of equipment for those who do not want to purchase equipment outright or only need it for a limited time.

Link to main website: https://adaptahome.co.uk

Link to Rentals area: https://adaptahome.co.uk/mobility-equipment-hire/

UK Occupational Therapy assessment provider

1to1 Healthcare:

Given the current high demand on Occupational Therapy departments, 1 to 1 Healthcare works with local authorities to help meet any difficult assessment time frames.

They can provide OT assessment services for:

County Councils and Local Authorities

Housing associations

Charities and Benevolent organisations

GP Surgeries

Ministry of Defence / Individual regiments

Health Insurance Companies

Solicitors / Case Managers

Educational Establishments

Individuals and their family members

Link to main website: https://1to1healthcare.co.uk

Overseas rental mobility equipment providers

Dubai Mobility:

Dubai Mobility is a company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specialising in providing mobility equipment, aids, and services. They cater to individuals, hospitals, charities, and government healthcare providers across the UAE and beyond.

Their services include:

Mobility equipment: Wheelchairs, mobility scooters, powerchairs, stairlifts, patient hoists, and other mobility aids.

Rental services: Offering a range of equipment for rental, ideal for holidaymakers and visitors to the UAE

Repair services: Providing repair and maintenance for all mobility equipment they sell.

Dubai Mobility aims to enhance the quality of life for individuals with mobility challenges by offering high-quality products and personalized services.

Link to their website: https://dubaimobility.com

Haraka Mobility (Dubai):

Haraka Mobility is a leading provider of innovative mobility solutions, primarily based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. They specialise in renting out mobility equipment, such as wheelchairs, powerchairs, and mobility scooters, to help individuals navigate various locations, particularly short term rentals inside the Dubai Mall and Dubai Marina.

Here are some key points about Haraka Mobility:

Mobility Equipment Rental: They offer a wide range of mobility products for rent, making it easier for people with limited mobility to enjoy their time in the mall.

Convenient Locations: Haraka Mobility has multiple kiosks located throughout the Dubai Mall and now Dubai Marina (The beach @ JBR) making it easy for customers to find and rent equipment only for short term while they are at these locations.

Accessibility: Their focus on accessibility aligns with the Dubai’s commitment to providing a welcoming environment for all visitors.
If you’re planning a visit to the Dubai Mall and need mobility assistance, Haraka Mobility can be a valuable resource.

Link to their website: https://harakamobility.com