Being Disabled

If you are disabled or caring for someone who is, this page will put you in touch with many useful organisations.

If you think that we should include more information links in this section, please let us know. 

Being disabled

The British Council of Disabled People (BCODP) was set up in 1981 by disabled people to promote full equality and participation in UK society.

The RNIB is the Royal National Institute of the Blind.

The RNID is the Royal National Institute for Deaf People.

Find out when the Southwark Disabilities Forum meets at the Town Hall.

The Focus on Disability website will provide you with information on various subjects surrounding disability issues.

RADAR is the Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation.

Ricability is an independent research charity that publishes practical, actionable and unbiased guides for older and disabled consumers based on thorough professional research.

The Freedom Pass allows you to travel on public transport if you are a disabled, blind or older Londoner.

If you are having mobility problems and you need to get around, but you are not able to use public transport, go to our Taxi Card Scheme information.

To find out how to get a disabled parking bay/permit follow this disabled parking bay link.

Caring for a disabled person

For information on caring for a disabled child visit the Southwark children with disabilities service area.

Information on help for disabled adults can be found in the community care area of our website.