Information for People with a Disability
This section is designed to give you an idea of wide range of information, advice and support that’s out there for people living with a disability.
You’ll find links to the key organisations – both locally and online – that can advise you on a range of life matters, like jobs and careers, money, housing and leisure.
UPDATE is Scotlands national disability information service. They offer up-to-date advice on a range of subjects including equipment suppliers and accessible holidays.
Advice & support in the local area
Community Health and Care Partnership (CHCP)
The CHCP is responsible for all health and social care services in East Renfrewshire.
- For more information on the range of services provided by the CHCP visit their website.
- If you need assistance contact the CHCP via East Renfrewshire Council Customer First on 0141 577 3001
East Renfrewshire Library and Information Services
Your local library is committed to providing equal access for all. They provide a range of services to help people who are blind and visually impaired, deaf and hearing impaired and people with Dyslexia.
Band F Barrhead & Neilston Disability Forum
BAND F provide day care provision offering activities, opportunities to socialise and excursions for people with a physical disability or impairment. The group programme also includes an extensive range of services, including chiropody, complementary therapies, massage and exercise. Transport is provided.
Tel: 0141 577 4505
Address: c/o Dunterlie Resource Centre, Stewart Street, Barrhead G78 1AL
Disability Action Group East Renfrewshire (D.A.G.E.R)
DAGER represent the needs of people with disabilities to the local Council, and other bodies, as appropriate.
Email: ericclark887@msn.com
Tel: 0141 638 3025
Thornliebank Resource Centre
Thornliebank Resource Centre provides day care services for adults with learning disabilities, some of whom have physical disabilities.
Address: Thornliebank Resource Centre, Robslee Drive, Thornliebank, G46 7BA
Tel: 0141 620 0287
Fax: 0141 620 0307
Learning Disabilities advice & support
East Renfrewshire Dyslexia Parents Support Group
East Renfrewshire Council works in partnership with Stravaig E Consultants to support anyone with dyslexia and offer information to those interested in finding out more on the condition.
Email: liz@stravaige.co.uk
Tel: 0141 270 8045
Address: Caledonia House Business Centre, Glasgow, G46 8JT
Scottish Consortium for Learning Disabilities
They help people with a learning disability, their family and friends to think about, plan for and take steps towards the life they want in their local community. They also work with the Council, community groups and others to break down barriers and build inclusive communities in East Renfrewshire.
Email: eastren.lacservice@enable.org.uk
Tel: 0141 620 0287
Enable Scotland
Enable help children and adults with learning difficulties in Scotland. They provide various services, for example, the ‘best buddies’ scheme where you can meet new people. Their local office is situated in Barrhead.
Email: east.renfrew@enable.org.uk
Tel: 0141 876 9565 Fax: 0141 876 9566
Address: Unit 8, Westbourne Centre, 56 Kelburn Street, Barrhead
G78 1LR
PAMIS
PAMIS supports people who have a profound and multiple learning disabilities and complex healthcare needs and their family, carers and professionals who support them.
Email: liz.pamis@btconnect.com
Tel: 0141 572 0782
Address: Suite 321 - Central Chambers, 93 Hope Street, Glasgow, G2 6LD
Dyslexia Scotland
Enables dyslexic people, regardless of their age and abilities, to reach their potential in education, employment and life. The helpline will put you in contact with your local branch.and give you information.
Email: info@dyslexiascotland.org.uk
Tel: 08448 008484 (Mon –Fri, 9am–5pm)
Online information
Each of the websites listed here offer excellent all-round information relating to disability, taking in themes such as enjoying yourself, employment, law, housing, advocacy and care.
Dial UK
Dial UK is an information network for disabled people. Advice can be obtained on holidays, equipment, welfare benefits and more.
Direct.gov
This site contains a comprehensive range of information on all the major issues that can concern someone who is disabled
Capability Scotland
One of Scotland’s largest charities offering a wide range of services, information and advice for children and adults with disabilities.
Sense Scotland
Sense Scotland help to inform and aid those who have communication support needs because of deafblindness, sensory impairment, learning and physical disabilities. Activity ideas and factsheets are available.
The Site
Aimed at young adults in the UK, The Site covers a huge range of topics, including sex and relationships, work, study, drink and drugs and the law. Information for people with a disability is included across many of these issues.
