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R82
Last Updated: 27.11.2009
EQUIPMENT - SPECIALIST EQUIPMENT |
R82 produces technical aids and appliances for disabled children and young people to aid seating, standing, walking, toilet & bath, transportation and accessories.
contact: Mark Lee
address: R82, Unit D4A, Coombswood Business Park East, Coombswood Way, Halesowen, West Midlands, B62 8BH
telephone: 01215 612222
mobile: 07766 145183
fax: 01215 595437
website: www.r82.com
email: info@r82.com
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RACKETY'S
Last Updated: 23.11.2009
EQUIPMENT - CLOTHING |
RACKETY'S produces a range of clothing exclusively for children with special needs, designed to help you and your child's life become less complicated. The clothes incorporate specially designed fastenings and modifications that make getting dressed a less stressful experience.
address: Unit 16 Town Yard Business Park, Leek, Staffordshire, ST13 8BF
telephone: 01538 381430
fax: 01538 370156
website: www.racketys.com
email: sales@racketys.com
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RAD (The Royal Association in Aid of Deaf People)
Last Updated: 31.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - HEARING IMPAIRMENT |
RAD (The Royal Association in Aid of Deaf People) was founded in 1841. RAD strives to meet the individual needs of deaf children and adults and deafblind people through the provision of services and the use of RAD Centres for deaf people. RAD also organises Deaf Awareness Training and there is a social club at the Essex centre.
address: RAD Essex, 18 Westside Centre, London Road, Stanway, Colchester, Essex, C03 8PH
telephone: 0845 688 2525
mobile: 07851 423866
website: www.royaldeaf.org.uk
email: info@royaldeaf.org.uk
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RADAR (Royal Association for Disability & Rehabilitation)
Last Updated: 04.02.2010
NATIONAL SUPPORT |
RADAR (Royal Association for Disability & Rehabilitation) is the UK's campaigning and advisory disability body, run by and for disabled people. RADAR promotes good practice and legislation, which enables disabled people to live independently in the community. RADAR produces a wide range of publications on disability issues, voices the wishes and concerns of disabled people and supports nearly 500 member groups locally and nationally.
address: RADAR, 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF
telephone: 020 7250 3222
textphone: 020 7250 4119
fax: 020 7250 0212
website: www.radar.org.uk
email: radar@radar.org.uk
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RADAR (Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation)
Last Updated: 04.02.2010
HOLIDAYS |
RADAR (Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation) compiles regularly updated guides including "Holidays in Britain and Ireland".
address: RADAR, Unit 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF
telephone: 020 7250 3222
textphone: 020 7250 4119
fax: 020 7250 0212
website: www.radar.org.uk
email: radar@radar.org.uk
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RADAR NATIONAL KEY SCHEME
Last Updated: 09.03.2010
EQUIPMENT - MOBILITY |
RADAR NATIONAL KEY SCHEME offers independent access to disabled people to around 7,000 locked public toilets around the country. A key is available for a small charge and an accompanying guide book is also available.
address: RADAR, 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF
telephone: 020 7250 3222
textphone: 020 7250 4119
fax: 020 7250 0212
website: www.radar.org.uk
email: radar@radar.org.uk
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RADARSEARCH
Last Updated: 04.02.2010
HOLIDAYS |
RADARSEARCH is an online version of RADAR's long established guide for disabled peoples holiday accommodation in Britain and Ireland. The facility enables you to search for a holiday in the UK based on requirements needs, accommodation facilities and preferred location.
website: www.directenquiries.com
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RADLETT LODGE SHORT BREAKS
Last Updated: 16.04.2010
SHORT BREAKS |
RADLETT LODGE SHORT BREAKS is run by the National Autistic Society and offers short breaks for children (up to age 16) with autistic spectrum disorders, at weekends and during school holidays. Radlett Lodge is sited just outside St Albans, Hertfordshire and offers a homely atmosphere with excellent facilities including a soft play room, sensory room, library, gym, art room, teaching kitchen and three large playgrounds. All short break funding is via Direct Payments or Social Care.
address: Head of Care, Radlett Lodge School, Harper Lane, Radlett, HERTS, WD7 9HW
telephone: 01923 854922
fax: 01923 859922
email: radlett.lodge@nas.org.uk
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RAGS (Romford Autistic Group Support)
Last Updated: 21.04.2010
AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDERS |
RAGS (Romford Autistic Group Support) is a support group set up by parents of autistic children attending schools within Havering. There are four groups within RAGS: the Parents Group, the Sib Club, the High Dependency Autistic Group and the High Functioning Autism Group. All groups meet fortnightly at Ravensbourne Special Needs School in Harold Hill, Romford between 6pm and 8pm. Parents are welcome to attend the Parents Group even if their child does not have a place in one of the children's groups.
address: RAGS, Office Unit B7, The Seabed, Davidson Way, Romford, Essex, RM7 0AZ
telephone: 01708 745547
mobile: 07760 169187
website: www.rags.btik.com
email: ragstogether@hotmail.co.uk
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RAINBOW CHILDREN'S CENTRE
Last Updated: 19.05.2010
CHILDREN'S CENTRES - BRAINTREE |
RAINBOW CHILDREN'S CENTRE
address: Hedingham High School, Yeldham Road, Sible Hedingham, Halstead, CO9 3QH
telephone: 07876 654881
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RAINBOW TRUST CHILDREN'S CHARITY
Last Updated: 01.03.2010
SHORT BREAKS |
RAINBOW TRUST CHILDREN'S CHARITY provides family centred care for children with life-threatening or terminal illness. Practical and emotional support is offered within the family home. Rainbow Trust also offers a 24 hour crisis support service for families in need.
address: Rainbow Trust, 6 Cleeve Court, Cleeve Road, Leatherhead, Surrey, KT22 7UD
telephone: 01372 363438
fax: 01372 363101
website: www.rainbowtrust.org.uk
email: enquiries@rainbowtrust.org.uk
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RATHBONE
Last Updated: 31.03.2010
EDUCATION SERVICES - ADDITIONAL EDUCATION AND EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT |
RATHBONE is a national registered charity and voluntary organisation and a leading training provider for people with special educational or training needs. Working in partnership with local education authorities, local employers, the careers service and schools, they are committed to providing realistic training solutions for all. Rathbone produces many publications to help parents and carers in their quest to gain the appropriate educational provision for their children. The Helpline is open Mon to Fri 10am to 4pm.
address: Rathbone, Churchgate House, 4th Floor, 56 Oxford Street, Manchester, M1 6EU
helpline: 0800 917 6790
telephone: 0161 236 5358
fax: 0161 238 6356
website: www.rathboneuk.org
email: info@rathboneuk.org
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RAYLEIGH, ROCHFORD AND DISTRICT ASSOCIATION FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE (RRAVS)
Last Updated: 02.03.2010
ESSEX SUPPORT |
RAYLEIGH, ROCHFORD AND DISTRICT ASSOCIATION FOR VOLUNTARY SERVICE (RRAVS) is an umbrella organisation representing the interests of voluntary and charitable groups in the area. Their core services include information and advice, consultations and representation, practical assistance, service development and supporting strategic partnerships. RRAVS also has a volunteer centre providing both information on volunteering opportunities and volunteers.
contact: Derek Helson
telephone: 01268 772796
website: www.rravs.org.uk
email: rravs@rravs.org.uk
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REACH
Last Updated: 04.03.2010
PHYSICAL DIFFICULTIES INCLUDING CEREBRAL PALSY - LIMB DISABILITIES |
REACH is the association for children with hand or arm deficiency and it offers support, contacts and advice.
telephone: 0845 130 6225
website: www.reach.org.uk
email: reach@reach.org.uk
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REACT (Rapid Effective Assistance for Children with potentially Terminal illness)
Last Updated: 30.11.2009
FINANCIAL SUPPORT - OTHER FINANCIAL SUPPORT |
REACT (Rapid Effective Assistance for Children with potentially Terminal illness) provides practical assistance to families living on a low income who care for a child with a life-limiting illness. The charity funds specialist medical and domestic equipment; travel and food expenses during hospital admissions; holidays at one of six holiday parks around the UK; and sadly funeral and memorial expenses.
contact: Vicky Andreas
address: React, St Luke's House, 270 Sandycombe Road, Kew, Richmond, Surrey, TW9 3NP
telephone: 020 8940 2575
fax: 020 8940 2050
website: www.reactcharity.org
email: react@reactcharity.org
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REALIFE TRUST
Last Updated: 18.11.2009
ADVOCACY |
REALIFE TRUST provides support to people with a learning difficulty and/or other disability or disadvantage, in terms of advice, information, training, education, direct assistance, brokerage, advocacy and any other intervention to enable them to live a full life in their chosen community.
address: Realife Trust, 3 The Courtyard, Windhill, Bishop's Stortford, Herts, CM23 2ND
telephone: 01279 466 025
fax: 01279 757658
website: www.nationalbrokeragenetwork.org.uk
email: info@nationalbrokeragenetwork.org.uk
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REALIFE TRUST
Last Updated: 10.06.2010
TRANSITION - ADVOCACY |
REALIFE TRUST provides support to people with a learning difficulty and/or other disability or disadvantage, in terms of advice, information, training, education, direct assistance, brokerage, advocacy and any other intervention to enable them to live a full life in their chosen community.
address: Realife Trust, 3 The Courtyard, Windhill, Bishop's Stortford, Herts, CM23 2ND
telephone: 01279 466 025
fax: 01279 757658
website: www.nationalbrokeragenetwork.org.uk
email: info@nationalbrokeragenetwork.org.uk
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RECOIL TRAMPOLINING CLUB
Last Updated: 00.00.2000
SPORT & LEISURE ACTIVITIES - LOCAL ORGANISATIONS - BRENTWOOD |
RECOIL TRAMPOLINING CLUB offers coaching in Brentwood to all who wish to enjoy the sport of trampolining from beginners to advanced performers. Recoil works in partnership with SNAP to provide dedicated sessions with special needs qualified coaches, for children and young people with special needs and disabilities. Recoil has been awarded the ClubSX Disability Friendly Award and Tricia Johnston has been awarded Essex Sports Coach of the Year for coaching disabled sports people.
contact: Tricia Johnston
telephone: 01277 625988
website: www.springiton.co.uk
email: tricia@springiton.co.uk
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REDBRIDGE ADULT EDUCATION
Last Updated: 15.02.2010
EDUCATION SERVICES - COLLEGES |
REDBRIDGE ADULT EDUCATION, Gants Hill
telephone: 020 8550 2398
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REDBRIDGE CARERS SUPPORT SERVICE
Last Updated: 01.12.2009
ESSEX SUPPORT |
REDBRIDGE CARERS SUPPORT SERVICE provides support and information to unpaid carers in Redbridge.
contact: Peggy Reynolds
address: Redbridge Carers Support Service, 3rd Floor 17 Station Road, Ilford, Essex, IG1 4DW
telephone: 020 8514 6251
website: www.rcss.org.uk
email: office@rcss.org.uk
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REDBRIDGE COLLEGE
Last Updated: 15.02.2010
EDUCATION SERVICES - COLLEGES |
REDBRIDGE COLLEGE, Romford
telephone: 020 8548 7400
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RELATE
Last Updated: 20.01.2010
AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDERS |
RELATE offers a relationship advice line for families who have a member affected by Asperger syndrome. The counsellors have received training so that they have an understanding of Asperger syndrome. The advice line is open on Tuesdays only (10.30am to 4.30pm).
telephone: 01332 345678
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RELATE
Last Updated: 20.01.2010
COUNSELLING |
RELATE offers relationship counselling either alone or for couples (married or unmarried), youth counselling, psychosexual therapy and courses for people who are separated or divorced, as well as basic counselling skills. Relate For Parents, a website dedicated to supporting parents, gives the opportunity to chat online with an adviser, as well as family mapping which enables people to see their family dynamics and highlight the problem areas in their relationships. Visit the site at www.relateforparents.org.uk
telephone: 0300 100 1234
website: www.relate.org.uk
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RELATE - NORTH EAST LONDON
Last Updated: 08.03.2010
COUNSELLING |
RELATE - NORTH EAST LONDON covers Havering & Barking. Relate offers relationship counselling either alone or for couples (married or unmarried), family counselling, psychosexual therapy and courses for people who are separated or divorced, as well as basic counselling skills. North East London Relate also offers RELATEEN, a free counselling service for young people aged 10 to 18 years.
address: Relate, Langtons, Billet Lane, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 1XL
telephone: 01708 441722
email: enquiries@relatenelondon.org.uk
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RELATE - NORTH ESSEX & MID HERTS
Last Updated: 05.02.2010
COUNSELLING |
RELATE - NORTH ESSEX & MID HERTS offers relationship counselling either alone or for couples (married or unmarried), youth counselling (10-25 years), family counselling, psychosexual therapy and courses for people who are separated or divorced as well as basic counselling skills.
For Chelmsford and Harlow contact: 47 Broomfield Road, Chelmsford CM1 1SY. Email: chelmsford@relate-northessex.org.
contact: Dawn Jenkins
telephone: 01245 258680
website: www.relate-northessex.org
email: admin@relate-northessex.org
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REMAP
Last Updated: 25.11.2009
EQUIPMENT - ADVICE AND SUPPORT |
REMAP provides one-off technical aids, which help disabled people of all ages to enjoy a better lifestyle, as well as adapting commercially available aids to meet the special requirements of individual users. Local contacts are: Colchester, Ms S Tye 01376 308091 and Mrs L Askham 07906 256118; Romford, Mike Young 020 8524 5183 and Scott Smith 020 8529 5225; Southend, Mr R Fromm 01702 475651 and Mr P Winnard 01702 294117.
contact: Helen Winton
telephone: 01480 464283
website: www.remap.org.uk
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RESOURCES FOR AUTISM
Last Updated: 04.02.2010
AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDERS |
RESOURCES FOR AUTISM is committed to bridging the gap between services currently provided and the unmet needs of children and young people with autism and Asperger syndrome, their families and carers. Resources for Autism provides services to support parents with advice and advocacy.
address: Resources for Autism, 858 Finchley Road, Temple Fortune, London, NW11 6AB
telephone: 020 8458 3259
fax: 020 8458 3222
website: www.resourcesforautism.org.uk
email: admin@resourcesforautism.org.uk
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RESPECTRUM (formerly AIA)
Last Updated: 09.03.2010
AUTISTIC SPECTRUM DISORDERS |
RESPECTRUM (formerly AIA) is a social enterprise working with the medical and dietary aspects of autism, offering training and educational support sessions. Respectrum.co.uk is a community website dedicated to providing help and information on dietary, environmental and gastrointestinal issues in special needs, the autistic spectrum in particular.
The website offers information and a comprehensive modern forum with many extras for practical help and companionship. Membership is £2.50 per month. No telephone support is available.
website: www.respectrum.co.uk
email: support@respectrum.co.uk
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RESPOND
Last Updated: 01.12.2009
NATIONAL SUPPORT |
RESPOND offers therapeutic work with adults and children with learning difficulties. Services include outreach work with children and their families, therapy for children who display sexual behaviours, case management, supervision, consultancy and risk assessments.
address: Respond, 3rd Floor, 24 -32 Stephenson Way, London, NW1 2HD
telephone: 020 7874 5487
website: www.respond.org.uk
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RETHINK
Last Updated: 04.12.2009
OTHER CONDITIONS OR DIFFICULTIES - MENTAL HEALTH |
RETHINK is committed to improving the lives of everyone affected by severe mental illness and provides information and support on mental health issues including treatment, employment, legal rights, benefits and family life.
address: Rethink Head Office, 15th Floor, 89 Albert Embankment, London, SE1 7TP
telephone: 0845 456 0455
website: www.rethink.org
email: info@rethink.org
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RETHINK GOOD COMPANIONS
Last Updated: 03.03.2010
OTHER CONDITIONS OR DIFFICULTIES - MENTAL HEALTH |
RETHINK GOOD COMPANIONS is a project run by Rethink for South Essex Health Authority to offer a befriending scheme to support people who have become isolated through mental ill health. Most referrals come via the local Community Mental Health Teams.
address: Rethink Good Companions, Suite 10, Block A, Weston Chambers, Weston Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1AU
telephone: 01702 343222
email: goodcompanions1@rethink.org
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RETT SYNDROME ASSOCIATION UK
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
OTHER CONDITIONS OR DIFFICULTIES - RETT SYNDROME |
RETT SYNDROME is a complex neurological disorder that occurs mostly in females resulting in profound and multiple disability. This national charity offers information, advice and support to families and professionals, produces a quarterly magazine, holds family days and a family weekend, facilitates local support groups throughout the UK and raises funds for research.
address: Rett Syndrome Association UK, Langham House, Mill Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NA
telephone: 01582 798910
fax: 01582 724129
website: www.rettuk.org
email: info@rettsyndrome.org.uk
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RICABILITY (Research Institute for Consumer Affairs)
Last Updated: 08.03.2010
EQUIPMENT - ADVICE AND SUPPORT |
RICABILITY (Research Institute for Consumer Affairs) is an independent charity that researches and publishes unbiased information on products to enable older and disabled people to live more independently.
address: Ricability, Unit G03, The Wenlock Business Centre, 50-52 Wharf Road, London, N1 7EU
telephone: 020 7427 2460
textphone: 020 7427 2469
fax: 020 7427 2468
website: www.ricability.org.uk
email: mail@ricability.org.uk
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RIVERLANE CHILDREN'S CENTRE
Last Updated: 20.05.2010
CHILDREN'S CENTRES - THURROCK |
RIVERLANE CHILDREN'S CENTRE
address: Tank Hill Road, Purfleet, RM19 1SX
telephone: 01708 863739
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RIVERSIDE DISABILITY SESSIONS
Last Updated: 24.03.2010
SPORT & LEISURE ACTIVITIES - LOCAL ORGANISATIONS - CHELMSFORD |
RIVERSIDE DISABILITY SESSIONS for families with children with special needs and disabilities, run at Riverside Ice and Leisure on Sunday mornings from 10am to 11.30am. Activities include trampolining, badminton, short tennis, football, uni-hoc and soft play. A disability trampoline coach is in attendance. Staff co-ordinate the session but it is necessary for parents/carers to stay and join in with their children.
contact: Steve Meier
address: Leisure Services, Chelmsford Borough Council, Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 1JE
telephone: 01245 615065
email: stephen.meier@chelmsford.gov.uk
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RNC
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - VISUAL IMPAIRMENT |
RNC (Royal National College for the Blind) is a specialist residential college of further education and training, working with people from the age of 16 who are blind or partially sighted, to promote their independence and potential. RNC provides a range of full time programmes, short courses and distance learning courses designed to prepare people for progression to Further Education, Higher Education and the world of work, but most importantly life. The RNCB prospectus is available by contacting direct.
address: Royal National College for the Blind, College Road, Hereford, HR1 1EB
telephone: 01432 376621
website: www.rncb.ac.uk
email: info@rncb.ac.uk
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RNIB (The Royal National Institute of the Blind)
Last Updated: 05.01.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - VISUAL IMPAIRMENT |
RNIB (The Royal National Institute of the Blind) aims to enable children and young people with serious sight problems to achieve their full potential, whether in the classroom or in everyday life. RNIB has an information service which provides up-to-date information and advice on a whole range of curriculum matters for teachers of blind
and partially sighted children in any school.
Website of information on services for children: www.rnib.org/parents
address: Royal National Institute of the Blind, 105 Judd Street, London, WC1H 9NE
helpline: 0845 766 9999
telephone: 020 7388 1266
fax: 020 7388 2034
website: www.rnib.org.uk
email: helpline@rnib.org.uk
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RNIB HOME VIDEO SERVICE
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - SENSORY EQUIPMENT |
RNIB HOME VIDEO SERVICE was launched in 1994 and includes a wide variety of famous films from Hollywood blockbusters to television productions. Audio described videos enable anyone who is blind or partially sighted to 'watch' cartoon classics. To purchase or rent a video call customer services.
telephone: 0845 702 3153
email: cservices@rnib.org.uk
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RNIB NATIONAL LIBRARY SERVICE
Last Updated: 30.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - SENSORY EQUIPMENT |
RNIB NATIONAL LIBRARY SERVICE is the largest specialist library for readers with sight loss in the UK. It offers a comprehensive range of books and accessible information for children and adults in a range of formats including braille, giant print and unabridged audio. It also provides free access to online reference material, braille sheet music, themed book lists and a quarterly reader magazine.
address: NLB, Far Cromwell Road, Bredbury, Stockport, SK6 2SG
telephone: 0303 123 9999
fax: 0161 355 2098
website: www.rnib.org.uk/library
email: library@rnib.org.uk
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RNIB ONLINE LIBRARY
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - SENSORY EQUIPMENT |
RNIB ONLINE LIBRARY is Europe's biggest library on sight loss. Access the website to search and browse the catalogue, join the library and request publications.
website: www.rnib.org.uk/library/research
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RNIB TOY CATALOGUES
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - SENSORY EQUIPMENT |
RNIB TOY CATALOGUES are available for toys selected for their suitability for blind and partially sighted children and also a catalogue of their own toys, games and leisure. Both are available in braille and print.
telephone: 0845 702 3153
website: www.rnib.org.uk
email: cservices@rnib.org.uk
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RNID
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - HEARING IMPAIRMENT |
RNID is the largest charity working to change the world for the UK's nine million deaf and hard of hearing people. RNID provides information on all aspects of deafness and hearing loss and can put you in touch with local services.
address: RNID, 19-23 Featherstone Street, London, EC1Y 8SL
helpline: 0808 808 0123
telephone: 020 7296 8000
textphone: 0808 808 9000
fax: 020 7296 8199
website: www.rnid.org.uk
email: informationline@rnid.org.uk
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RNID TINNITUS HELPLINE
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - HEARING IMPAIRMENT |
RNID TINNITUS HELPLINE offers support and sympathetic advice on any information you may need.
address: RNID Tinnitus Helpline, 19-23 Featherstone Street, London, EC1Y 8SL
helpline: 0808 808 6666
telephone: 020 7296 8000
textphone: 0808 808 0007
fax: 020 7296 8199
website: www.rnid.org.uk
email: tinnitushelpline@rnid.org.uk
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ROCHFORD DISABILITY FOOTBALL ACADEMY
Last Updated: 11.06.2010
SPORT & LEISURE ACTIVITIES - LOCAL ORGANISATIONS - ROCHFORD |
ROCHFORD DISABILITY FOOTBALL ACADEMY provides coaching and volunteering opportunities for young people and adults with disabilities. Sessions for children with special needs take place every Saturday morning between 11am and 12noon. There are teams for under 12s and under 16s, with training provided by qualified specialist FA disability coaches.
contact: Bob Pointer
address: Rochford Disability Football Academy, Rawreth Lane Recreation Ground, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 9RN
telephone: 01702 207217
website: www.rochforddfa.co.uk
email: bobpointer@rocketmail.com
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ROCK UK
Last Updated: 04.02.2010
HOLIDAYS |
ROCK UK provides residential and activity centres in four rural locations in Britain for groups of young people including those with special needs. The centres offer self-contained accommodation and many sports and activity facilities.
telephone: 0844 8000 222
website: www.rockuk.org
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ROMPA
Last Updated: 16.06.2010
EQUIPMENT - SPECIALIST EQUIPMENT CATALOGUES |
Sensory equipment.
telephone: 01246 211777
website: www.rompa.com
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ROUNDABOUT CHILDREN'S CENTRE
Last Updated: 19.05.2010
CHILDREN'S CENTRES - BRAINTREE |
ROUNDABOUT CHILDREN'S CENTRE
address: Templars Infant School, Cressing Road, Witham, CM8 1NA
telephone: 01376 517973
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ROYAL LONDON SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND
Last Updated: 29.03.2010
SENSORY IMPAIRMENT - VISUAL IMPAIRMENT |
ROYAL LONDON SOCIETY FOR THE BLIND assists visually impaired people. It provides a specialist nursery from the age of 3 years. Dorton House School provides support for parents and a complete education for children with visual impairment up to the age of 16. The Dorton College of Further Education enables students to study a range of courses. Education within the school includes both the National Curriculum and skills for independent living.
contact: Kerry Hawkins
address: Royal London Society for the Blind, Dorton House, Seal, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN15 0ED
telephone: 01732 592660
fax: 01732 592670
website: www.rlsb.org.uk
email: dhs@rlsb.org.uk
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RUBINSTEIN-TAYBI SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP
Last Updated: 03.03.2010
OTHER CONDITIONS OR DIFFICULTIES - RUBINSTEIN-TAYBI SYNDROME |
RUBINSTEIN-TAYBI SYNDROME SUPPORT GROUP provides information and support to people affected by the syndrome and their families. A newsletter, parent pack and professional pack are available. To speak to the local contact for the south eastern region, telephone Gill Hart on 01277 633915.
contact: Rosemary Robertson
additional contact 1: Gill Hart
address: Rubinstein-Taybi Syndrome Support Group, 162 Buckfield Road, Leominster, Herefordshire, HR6 8UF
telephone: 01568 616149
website: www.rtsuk.org
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RUNNYMEDE SWIMMING CLUB SWIMABILITY SQUAD
Last Updated: 15.01.2010
SPORT & LEISURE ACTIVITIES - LOCAL ORGANISATIONS - BENFLEET |
RUNNYMEDE SWIMMING CLUB SWIMABILITY SQUAD is a special swimming squad for children with physical and/or learning difficulties aged 8 and over. The coaches work with the swimmers to develop their confidence and improve their swimming techniques according to individual needs. The children need to be confident in deep water. The squad meets on Saturdays from 1pm to 2pm.
contact: Heather Davis
address: SwimAbility Squad, Runnymede Swimming Club, Kiln Road, Thundersley
telephone: 01702 478380
website: www.runnymedesc.co.uk
email: Dawn.Catley@castleview.essex.sch.uk
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