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The Hampshire Coalition of Disabled People (HCODP) is an umbrella organisation for many groups of Disabled People in Hampshire (that is groups controlled by Disabled People).
The fact of HCODP, and its member organisations, being controlled by Disabled People, is crucial to our endorsement of the Social Model of disability.
This is centred around the impairment and disability distinction and the idea of disability being socially created. We maintain that Disabled People are not a 'problem' - rather that the 'problem' is the way society is organised. Disabled People are people, like anyone else. We aim to generally raise their profile, particularly in relation to issues directly affecting their lives.
Why not visit HCoDP's one-stop-shop for advice and self-assessment regarding all types of equipment designed to promote independence.
www.equipmentdirect.org.uk is a unique resource managed by Hampshire Coalition of Disabled People, to which many Local Authorities subscribe, so that Disabled People can self-refer for equipment and related services.
If your Local Authority does not yet subscribe to Equipment Direct, and you think they should, let us know and we will get in touch with your Local Authority to pass on your views.
To tell us what you think of Equipment Direct please email us at admin@hcodp.co.uk.
bility UK Road AtlasThe new definitive UK atlas customised for Blue Badge holders incorporating a street atlas of 65 major cities showing locations of all Blue Badge parking, car parks, petrol stations and concessions for Blue Badge holders. The map profiles:
Accessible toilets
Blue Badge Parking options
Purpose built and accessible accommodation
Car parks and petrol stations including ones with servicecall
Plus, all car parking facilities have been categorised by accessibility as well as cost for ease of reference. This first of a kind Guide has been developed through extensive on-the-ground research, backed up with support and conjunction with major disability charities/organisations and businesses that serve the disabled, elderly and Blue Badge driver community.
You can purchase this vital guide for Blue Badge holders, the Gowrings Mobility UK Road Atlas here.
