Manchester Links : Disability Resources

• Our Kids' Eyes

  Operating in Tameside, an organisation which aims to offer support and information to the parents and care takers of children with sight impairment and other disabilities. Includes a newsletter, forum, links and contact details.

  uk.geocities.com/oketameside/

• MAP (Multi Agency Partnership)

  Information and support for young people with disabilities in Manchester. MAP is a social services project which holds a database of disabled children and runs a range of projects with their families.

  www.map-project.org.uk/

• GMDSA (Greater Manchester Branch of the Down's Association)

  Provides information on Down's syndrome and support to parents, carers and professionals. Online newsletter, and list of resources.

  www.webpalette.co.uk/GMDSA.htm

• Greater Manchester Deaf Community Information Gateway

  Advice and support, faith and community, health, transport, education, family services, events, jobs, and contacts. Located in Miles Platting.

  www.deafgateway.info/

• Disabled Living

  Provides a number of services including equipment advice, demonstration, helpline, holiday service, clothes advice, and training days.

  www.disabledliving.co.uk/

• Autism Greater Manchester

  Information about services provided by ten local authorities for people with autism or related disorders, and their families or carers. Includes reports, resources and contact details.

  www.autismgm.org.uk/

• Fourways

  Offers assessment, rehabilitation and support to people with physical disabilities or brain injuries. Includes profile and services with photo gallery.

  www.stevebrennan.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/