- Smart Thinking - http://www.smartthinking.ukideas.com/
Information about adaptive technology including assistive technology and smart homes to help disabled and older people living at home.
- AbilityNet - http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/
National charity providing expertise on computing and disability. Need assessment, technical expertise, advice and support plus adapted computer equipment for people with a wide range of disabilities.
- EmPower - http://www.empowernet.org/
Charities consortium of users of prosthetics, orthotics, wheelchairs, electronic assistive technology and rehabilitation services. Campaigns, lobbying materials and forum.
- British Computer Association of the Blind - http://www.bcab.org.uk/
Self-help group of visually impaired computer professionals and users. Training, newsletter, courses and a CD called Guide Cats for the Blind.
- Ace Centre North - http://www.ace-north.org.uk/
Supports communication and learning through the use of Assistive Technology (AT) and Alternative & Augmentative Communication (ACC) systems. Includes training, network days and resource bank.
- Foundation for Assistive Technology - http://www.fastuk.org/
For all those with an interest or involved in the development of assistive technology. With database of research projects, AT events, user forum and news.
- Adorn, Equip - http://www.adornequip.co.uk/
Examines issues around the design of equipment and accessories used by disabled people. Online version of the touring exhibition, produced by Ju Gosling during an artist's residency at Oriel 31.
- Wheelchair Information Guide - http://wheelchair_guide.tripod.com/
Independent guide including product specifications from individual who works for an officially recognised wheelchair repairer.
- Communication Matters - http://www.communicationmatters.org.uk/
National voluntary organisation of members concerned with augmentative and alternative communications. Articles, journals and symposia.
- Integrating Community Equipment Services (ICES) - http://www.icesdoh.org/
Initiative across health and social care to develop better equipment services for disabled people. Documents, forums, events and detailed articles on various equipment, needs and shortfalls in service.
- Remap - http://www.remap.org.uk/
A network of volunteer engineers and craftsmen who make free one off aids for disabled people. Case histories, donations, resources and yearbook.
- Demand - http://www.demand.org.uk/
Encourages the design and manufacture of equipment for disabled people and provides provides specially designed equipment.
- Remap Cleveland - http://www.communigate.co.uk/ne/clevelandremap/
Volunteers who design and make aids for the disabled. Information about local activities, equipment provided and a message board.
- Remap Leeds and Bradford Panel - http://www.remapleedsbradford.org.uk/
Volunteers design and supply specialised equipment for essential daily needs and recreational activities. Examples, products, news and funding.
- Remap Swindon - http://users.tinyonline.co.uk/beaumaris/swindon_remap/
Volunteers designing and making free technical equipment for disabled people where no commercial alternative exists. Includes examples and membership details.
- Disability Equipment Register - http://dialspace.dial.pipex.com/town/square/ae208/
Allows subscribers to buy and sell used equipment, which is advertised in their magazine and online.
- National Centre for Tactile Diagrams - http://www.nctd.org.uk
Based at the University of Hertfordshire, providing tactile diagrams maps and pictures, with supporting materials, for blind and visually impaired people for education, work and leisure.
- Just Mobility - http://www.justmobility.com/
Used vehicle and equipment sale board and a directory of businesses supplying people with disabilities.
- SoundLinks - http://www.soundlinks.com/
Specialists in audio and speech access offering training and consultancy in how to work effectively with a range of adaptive and mainstream technology.
- eQuip For Life - http://www.equipforlife.org.uk
Organisation offering free classified ads for people buying or selling used disabled equipment. Supported by the National Lottery.
- The Voluntary Transcribers' Group - http://www.vtg.org.uk/
A group of voluntary Braille transcribers, offering their services for blind people and voluntary groups. Includes contact details and a list of projects they have undertaken.
- Remap Essex West - http://mysite.wanadoo-members.co.uk/remap_essexwest
Volunteers making bespoke devices for disabled people. How we work, case studies and donation requests. Includes Essex Disabled People's Association Annual Review.
- Playback - http://www.play-back.com/
Offers a library of taped reading materials for the blind and visually impaired. also transcription services. Includes playback tape library and links of visual and blind interest.
- Ulverscroft - http://www.edisure.com/~ulverscroft/uk/ukindex.html
Specialist publisher of large print and audio books. Catalogue, online shopping, and details of local showrooms.
- A-Technic - http://www.a-technic.net/
Implementing technology that helps people with physical disabilities to cope with day to day living. Offers downloads and details of projects.
- ACE Centre Advisory Trust - http://ace-centre.hostinguk.com
Assessment, advice and training in the use of technology for young people with physical and communication difficulties. Information on assessments, software, training and publications.
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