The "blue badge" parking scheme provides a permit for people with mobility problems to park close to where they need to go. People with hidden disabilities, including autism and severe mental health conditions, are now able to apply for a Blue Badge. Permit holders may:…
If you have a disability that makes travelling by train difficult you might qualify for the Disabled Persons Railcard. The Disabled Persons Railcard allows you to get 1/3 off most rail fares throughout Great Britain. If you're travelling with an adult companion they also can…
Family Fund is the UK’s largest charity providing grants for families on low incomes raising disabled or seriously ill children and young people. Last year, we provided 88,407 grants and services worth over £33 million to families across the UK. We believe that all families…
The Motability Scheme enables disabled people to get mobile by exchanging their mobility allowance to lease a new car, scooter, powered wheelchair or Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle (WAV). The scheme provides information on a wide range of topics including:- Eligible allowances Types of car Types of…
The council operates three Community Transport bus services. These services are a transport option for individuals who are unable to, or have difficulty accessing local bus services. On the Public and Community Transport page you can find information on:- Community Transport View timetables and route maps Connect…
Tees Valley Rural Action is member of the Community Transport Association, we provide a not for profit mini bus transport service and volunteer car service. Community Use Mini Bus Service - our mini bus service helps to keep our voluntary organisations, sports clubs, community or…
The Transport Information Service provides a central contact number for patients across Teesside and Hartlepool, who can’t get to a hospital or clinic appointment by public transport or car and need transport from Patient Transport Services. Some people who have a medical need can receive transport to…
