News
29th
Dec
2015
'Relaxed' Snow White is a hit!
Relaxed Snow White is a hit! (Oh, yes it is!!!) Today was the day for the 'relaxed' performance of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs at the Pomegranate Theatre, Chesterfield and we were lucky enough to be going along. Included in our party of seven (how apt!) were three of our children, each of whom is disabled. With impairments including autism, cerebral palsey...
10th
Dec
2015
Ladybower Charity Weekend raises £2000!
Ladybower charity weekend raises £2000 for Accessible Derbyshire In October Ladybower fisheries held a charity open weekend for Accessible Derbyshire. The aim of the weekend was to raise funds to purchase a 'Wheelyboat': a special fishing boat that wheelchair-using anglers can wheel straight onto to enjoy a few hours fishing on the lake. The driving...
9th
Dec
2015
Heritage Lottery fund backs Changing Places
Heritage Lottery Fund backs Changing Places A few weeks ago we attended an 'Inclusive Heritage' conference at Tate Modern in London. It was a fantastic event with representatives from key organisations across the county who have an interest in and an influence over inclusive heritage. Perhaps our biggest contribution to the day was to highlight the need...
9th
Dec
2015
MIDAS Passenger Assistant Training
MIDAS Passenger Assistant Training Passenger Assistants are key people in the transportation of young people and adults. Ensuring a safe, comfortable journey for everyone, including those with access needs, is a responsible, rewarding and sometimes challenging job. Many local councils, including Derbyshire County Council, require Passenger Assistants...
4th
Dec
2015
Help available at Derbyshire Libraries
Help available in Derbyshire Libraries One to one work and benefits computer help Derbyshire Libraries are offering free one to one work and benefits computer help sessions to members of the public, by appointment, in the Libraries below: Alfreton Bolsover Buxton Chesterfield Clay Cross Creswell Gamesley Glossop Heanor Holmewood ...
2nd
Dec
2015
Accessible Performances at Chesterfield Theatres
ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES AT CHESTERFIELD THEATRES With 'Panto Season' nearly upon us many of us consider a trip to our local theatre. However, if you are vision impaired, hearing impaired, have autism or are a wheelchair user visiting the theatre can be complicated and sometimes stressful. We are delighted to say that Chesterfield Theatres have gone out of their...
2nd
Dec
2015
'Gluten-Free' Addict
Gluten-Free Addict Catering to meet the varied needs of all customers can be a challenge for many providers. Providing great quality and great choice for people on 'free-from' diets is just one part of that challenge and sometimes it is hard to know where to turn for ideas, guidance and support. 'Gluten Free Addict' is an Instagram blog which does just that!...
25th
Nov
2015
Kurling and Boccia Night - Come along!
Ever fancied trying your hand at Boccia? Or maybe Kurling perhaps? Well now's your chance! Just pop along to the Queen's Park Sports Centre this coming Monday, 30th November to have a go, help to shape how the club is run and the kinds of activities it offers. Volunteers who are willing to help with activities are also welcome. For further information...
19th
Nov
2015
New Changing Places map is launched today!
Hot off the press! Today is World Toilet Day - and what better day could there be to launch the new Changing Places toilet map?! Mencap have been working closely with the British Toilet Association and the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) to bring the new map to life. PAMIS (the Profound and Multiple Impairment Service) are...
19th
Nov
2015
Peak Park 'All-Terrain' Wheelchair launched
The Peak National Park headquarters in Bakewell was the venue today for the launch of their newly-purchased 'all-terrain' BOMA 7 wheelchair. Peak Park Head, Sarah Fowler, launched a fundraising appeal in the summer to raise the £8000 needed for this amazing vehicle. Sarah took part in the Eroica Britannia cycle race get the appeal underway and thanks to...
