Car
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Car
For many people driving is about more than just getting from A to B. Driving provides a sense of freedom, independence and security and many want to keep driving for as long as possible. Purchasing or adapting a car can be quite an expensive business so it is important that you get assessment and advice from an independent source.
The William Merritt Disabled Living Centre offer driver assessments and advice regarding all aspects of car transport including
- fitness to drive
- vehicle adaptations
- passenger access
- wheelchair accessible vehicles
- wheelchair/scooter stowage.
William Merritt Disabled Living Centre: Driver assessments.
There are other schemes available to support your independence in getting around Sheffield in this directory:
Blue Badge Scheme
The Blue Badge scheme helps you park closer to your destination if you have a disability or health condition that affects your mobility or you care for a child with a health condition. Find out more information from the Government website.
GOV.UK: Who can get a Blue Badge?.
If you think you are eligible you can apply for a Blue Badge on the government website.
GOV.UK: Apply for or renew a Blue Badge.
Advisory disabled parking bay
Advisory disabled parking bay markings are used to make other drivers aware that a parking space (on a street) is needed by a person with mobility problems or hidden disabilities. If you are a Blue Badge holder you can request an advisory disabled parking bay. If you think you are eligible you can apply to the council for one.
Sheffield City Council: Request an advisory disabled parking bay.
If you still have difficulties, you can request an Occupational therapy assessment by filling in an online referral form here Equipment and adaptations for your home | Sheffield City Council
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