To provide services and carry out research and development projects across Scotland working with all those involved in meeting the needs of people who require augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) and / or specialised technology use, particularly in education. Services provided: An assessment and support service for a small number of children with complex communication,…
Fife
Disability Equality Scotland
Aims: We are a national charity working to make life more accessible, equal and inclusive for disabled people in Scotland. We promote access in its widest sense, including: access to the built and natural environment access to the same opportunities as are enjoyed by others in our communities  access to information,  access to inclusive communication…
Canine Concern Scotland Trust (Incorporating Therapet)
Aims: To provide an educational service to promote responsible dog ownership in Scotland To further the role and the care of dogs in Scotland with the help of Government, local authorities or other organisations Services provided: Research into the therapeutic value of animals (dogs especially) Introduce a pet visiting service (Therapet) to homes, schools or…
Scottish Disability Sport
Aims: SDS has the vision of developing opportunities and improving performance in disability sport for children, athletes and players with a physical, sensory or learning disability in Scotland and contributing to UK and international initiatives. services provided: Branch, local and regional sporting opportunities – encourage a range of quality sporting opportunities Developing talent and performance…
Spinal Injuries Scotland
Aims: Delivering a Peer Support service designed to meet the needs of our members. Services provided: • Provide daily visits to the Queen Elizabeth National Spinal Injuries Unit. Our Peer Support team have sustained a Spinal Cord Injury and focus on understanding the particular concerns of the patient, accompanying them on their rehabilitation journey. •…
Back Up Trust
Aims: The Back-Up Trust inspires people to transform their lives after spinal cord injury. The charity challenges perceptions of disability and run services which grow confidence and independence and offer a supportive network. Services provided: Hold wheelchair skills services at spinal centres and in communities across Scotland and the rest of the UK which are…