A Guide for Jewish Adults with Disabilities

Compiled under the auspices of THE BOARD OF DEPUTIES OF BRITISH JEWS 6 Bloomsbury Square London WC1A 2LP Tel: 020 7543 5400 Fax: 020 7543 0010 [email protected] www.bod.org.uk Updated 13 August 2007

FOREWORD by Secretary of State for Health

From the Rt Hon Patricia Hewitt MP Secretary of State for Health

Richmond House 79 Whitehall London Disabled people and their carers tell us that SW1A 2NS one of the major challenges they face is Tel: 020 7210 3000 access to high quality reliable information. The Board of Deputies, Kisharon and Norwood are to be congratulated on this excellent guide which will make a practical difference to the lives of many people in the Jewish community. The guide illustrates the remarkable number of voluntary organisations offering culturally and religiously sensitive services to the British Jewish community. They are at the heart of a community which has always understood that community solidarity and individual aspiration must advance together in a civilised and successful society. My Department has recently established a social enterprise unit and issued guidance to commissioners in the NHS and social care on engaging with the third sector. I am determined that we should harness the motivation and experience of the sector to enhance the quality of services available in every community. Disability rights legislation, the establishment of the Office for Disability Issues, Valuing People, the Carers’ grant and our planned new deal for carers all represent significant advances in the Government’s commitment to disabled people and their carers. However, we recognise there is still a long way to go - 1 - before services are personalised to appropriately meet the needs of every individual. This guide will play an important part in our shared commitment to improving the life chances of disabled people.

PATRICIA HEWITT SECRETARY OF STATE FOR HEALTH

- 2 - FOREWORD by Chairman of Disability Rights Commission

I greatly welcome publication of this Disability Booklet which has been produced by the Board of Deputies for British Jews. It is intended for people over the age of 16 and follows the Board’s initiative a few years ago in preparing a corresponding booklet relating to children of school age with special needs.

I am confident that this new booklet will be of immense value to the Jewish community and in particular members of the community who are disabled people. I hope the booklet will be widely circulated and read and I pay tribute to its authors for initiating this important project with such a helpful outcome.

Bert Massie CBE Chairman, Disability Rights Commission

- 3 - ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

This guide has been a co-operative initiative between the Board of Deputies together with Kisharon. It was co-ordinated by Susan Pascoe and a team which included Ella Marks, Philippa Travis, Diane Webber, and Dianna Wolfson of the Board of Deputies and Jacalyn Sank of Kisharon. It was guided by Marlena Schmool, the immediate past Director of the Community Issues Division of the Board of Deputies and Dr Rona Hart, Head of Community Research Unit. Thanks are also due to Rhoda Fynn for her contributions and Gina Rubner, Divisional Administrator for her hard work in assembling this guide.

We are grateful to Kisharon, Norwood and The Kessler Foundation for their generosity and support in making publication possible.

- 4 - CONTENTS

Preface ...... 4 Your Rights ...... 5 Legal Considerations ...... 8 Local Authority Services ...... 11 Education and Training ...... 12 Employment ...... 14 Financial Entitlements ...... 19 Housing ...... 24 Recreation, Leisure and Transport ...... 26 Religious Provision ...... 29 Provision for Scottish Jewry ...... 30 Classified Directory ...... 33

The information contained in the booklet is as accurate as possible at the time of going to press (March 2007). Of course, provisions are changing, particularly as regards Disability Law, and readers are advised to check with organisations listed for the most up-to-date information. Equally, the Board of Deputies cannot be held responsible for information provided by the organisations listed.

- 5 - PREFACE

Following publication of the successful guide for parents and carers of Jewish children with Special Educational Needs in the year 2000, the need for a similar publication for people over the statutory school- leaving age soon became apparent. This guide aims to provide information to Jewish youth (age 16+) and adults with disabilities. We hope that the information offered here will be of use to disabled people, as well as their parents, families, carers and friends. The booklet is organised according to the following sections: Your Rights, Legal Considerations, Local Authority Services, Education and Training, Employment, Financial Entitlements, Housing, Recreation, Leisure and Transport, Religious Provision, and Provision for Scottish Jewry. Both Jewish and non-Jewish national organisations have been included. The guide is intended as a starting point only, and enables the reader to research further.

- 6 - YOUR RIGHTS

Disability is defined as:- “A physical or mental impairment which has a substantial and long-term adverse effect on a person’s ability to carry out normal day to day activities.” The Disability Discrimination Act 2005 states:- “It is unlawful to discriminate against disabled persons in connection with employment, education, the provisions of goods, facilities and services or the disposal or management of premises.” The Disability Equality Duty: which came into force on 4 December 2006, is a new legal duty which requires all public bodies to actively look at ways of ensuring that disabled people are treated equally. The Special Educational Needs and Disability Act 2001 states:- “It is unlawful to treat a disabled person less favourably, without justification, than a non disabled person for a reason relating to the disability.” Equality Regulations state:- The Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003 protect applicants, trainees and employees against discrimination, harassment and victimisation on grounds of religion or belief. These regulations also apply to people with disabilities who are employed or seeking employment and/or vocational training. Further information can be found on the DTI website: www.dti.gov.uk Individual advice may be obtained from a solicitor, Citizens Advice Bureau, or Disability Law Service.

- 7 - INFORMATION POINT • Acas - See page 4 • Citizens Advice Bureau - See page 41 • Disability Law Service - See page 43 • Office for Disability Issues - See page 43 • The Law Society - See page 77 • UK Assocation for Jewish Lawyers and Jurists - See page 79

- 8 - YOUR RIGHTS in Education

The law makes it unlawful to discriminate against disabled students. Institutions have to: • Allow extra time for disabled students in examinations • Provide an amanuensis, i.e. someone to write for a disabled student. • Allow disabled students more access to computers. • Allow disabled students to use computers in examinations. • Make sure that all electronic coursework is accessible to disabled students. • Install induction loops into classrooms. • Introduce specialist software on computers for visually impaired or dyslexic students. • Provide material in Braille or other formats. • Provide specialist technology for science students with mobility problems to enable them to work safely in laboratories. • Provide communication support for people with a hearing loss. Institutions are required to make physical adjustments. See Jewish Care’s Disability Access Guide - ‘How to Achieve Best Practice’.

YOUR RIGHTS at Work

The Employment Equality (Religion or Belief) Regulations 2003 make it unlawful on the grounds of religion or belief to refuse to offer employment or dismiss employees, refuse to offer training or deny promotion to employees or harass or victimise employees. The European Employment Directive outlaws discrimination in the - 9 - workplace on grounds of race, religion, sexual orientation, age and disability. The regulations define the meaning of discrimination to cover less favourable treatment where the treatment is due to a person’s disability except where the treatment in question can be shown to be justified. It is unlawful for employers to discriminate on grounds of disability in the following ways: • In the arrangements that are made for deciding to whom employment should be offered. • In the terms on which employment is offered. • By refusing to offer or deliberately not offering employment. • In the opportunities for training, transfer or promotion. • By dismissing a disabled person. • By harassing a disabled person. • By failing to accommodate the employee’s needs. There are detailed rules about making reasonable adjustments and reasonable arrangements for disabled persons. The new regulations remove the exemption for employers employing less than 15 people. See Jewish Care’s Disability Access Guide - ‘How to Achieve Best Practice’.

YOUR RIGHTS at the Police Station/Court

The Police and Criminal Evidence Act 1984 sets out special provisions for the benefit of disabled people called for questioning. It is the responsibility of the custody officer to decide if a person has physical, mental or sensory difficulties, or if he or she is drunk or drugged, or cannot understand English, or is under 17. If there is mental impairment or if the person is under 17, an “Appropriate Adult” (who may not be a police officer), is entitled to be in attendance at any interview. An “Appropriate Adult” may be a relative, guardian or a person with experience of dealing with mental impairment such as a social worker or any other responsible adult.

- 10 - The duty of the “Appropriate Adult” is to protect the interests of the disabled person, to assist with communication and to ensure that any interview is conducted fairly.

LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS

This section is intended for guidance only and focuses on two topics: Enduring Power of Attorney and Wills. Before taking action, advice should be obtained from a Citizens Advice Bureau or a solicitor.

1. Enduring Power of Attorney/Lasting Power of Attorney If you or close family members are concerned that you may not be able in the future to manage your own affairs, you can make an Enduring Power of Attorney or Lasting Power of Attorney. This gives a person (or persons) of your choice the legal power to manage your financial affairs. This is your Attorney and s/he will be able to do anything you could do (although you can impose some restrictions) and you should therefore ensure that you appoint someone who will act in your best interests. From 1 October 2007 Enduring Powers of Attorney will be replaced with Lasting Powers of Attorney when the relevant sections of the Mental Capacity Act 2005 come into force. Enduring Powers of Atttorney made before this time will still be valid. It is not possible to apply for a Lasting Power of Attorney until the Act is implemented. Unlike the Enduring Power of Attorney, a Lasting Power of Attorney can extend to personal welfare matters as well as finances and property. Whereas an Enduring Power of Attorney can be used when the person still has capacity, a Lasting Power of Attorney will only become legal once the person has lost capacity. Both Enduring Powers of Attorney and Lasting Powers of Attorney need to be set up using an official form and be registered with the office of the Public Guardian (currently the Public Guardianship Office).

- 11 - INFORMATION POINT • Public Guardianship Office - See page 69 For advice on legal issues contact: • Citizens Advice Bureau - See page 41 • Disability Law Service - See page 43 To find a solicitor contact: • The Law Society - See page 77 • UK Association for Jewish Lawyers and Jurists - See page 79

2. Wills If you do not have a valid Will, then upon death your property will be distributed amongst your relatives according to the entitlement set out under the Intestacy Rules. However, if you make a Will, you can set out who you want to receive your property. There are rules regarding how a Will is completed in order for it to be valid. If you are concerned that you may find it difficult for any reason to read your Will or to sign it, your Solicitor can include a provision to allow for it to be read out to you and/or signed on your behalf. If you are unable to visit a solicitor, most will come to visit you at home or in hospital. You may wish to create a trust in your Will if you are considering leaving a gift to someone who may find it difficult to handle large sums of money. Your trustees can manage the trust money and make payments or purchases for the person. There are also advantageous tax rules which can apply to these types of trust. If you want to make a gift to someone who is receiving means- tested benefits, you should also consider a trust in your Will. You can ask your trustees to make gifts out of the trust monies as and when the person needs them to ensure that they do not exceed their capital entitlement and become ineligible for benefits (see also Financial Entitlements Section page 19). - 12 - Where can I get legal help? In order to find a solicitor in the specialist area of law for which you need help, and in your area, phone the Law Society, or the UK Association for Jewish Lawyers and Jurists. Free legal advice may be obtained from the many Citizens Advice Bureaux all over the country, and the Disability Law Service.

INFORMATION POINT • Citizens Advice Bureau - See page 41 • Disability Law Service - See page 43 • The Law Society - See page 77 • UK Association for Jewish Lawyers and Jurists - See page 79

- 13 - LOCAL AUTHORITY SERVICES

In order to obtain support or funding for care, education, training, residential provision, etc, the Local Authority is the first point of call. Depending on the type of disability and age of the person, there are three types of Local Authority agencies (See Information Point), one of which must be contacted. You may choose which agency according to the age of the individual who needs support and the type of disability. It is important to contact the relevant body as far in advance as possible of requiring their services. To be eligible for any kind of support, an assessment must be carried out by the Local Authority. An assessment may be requested by the individual or the carer, or initiated by the Local Authority in order to determine the needs of the person or whether there is a need. At the end of the assessment process, the needs of the individual are graded as: critical, substantial, moderate and low. These are based on criteria set by the Department of Health to determine the level of need. Once an assessment process is completed, a care plan must be issued which states the objectives of the care provision, the services to be provided, any cost to the individual, and the person responsible for implementing the care plan. It should also refer to any unmet needs. The Local Authorities must provide services to those whose needs fall within the ‘critical’ and ‘substantial’ bands and who have an agreed care plan. Any decision can be appealed against and there can even be an application to the High Court for judicial review.

INFORMATION POINT • Local Education Authorities - See page 57 • Local Authority Social Services - See page 57 • Primary Care Trust - See page 69 • Disability Information Services - See page 44

- 14 - EDUCATION and TRAINING

How soon before leaving school/college do I need to consider my options? Give yourself a year to consider your future plans.

Who can advise me? There should be a Special Educational Needs Co-ordinator (SENCO) or Connexions adviser at your school or college. Connexions personal advisers can give you information, advice and practical help with choosing subjects at school or mapping out your future career options. You could also ask your local authority if there are other specialist advisers in their Education or Social Services Departments.

INFORMATION POINT • Connexions - See page 40

What courses and programmes are available to me? A wide range of courses is available to people with disabilities. These courses range from key skills to academic courses, offering college based programmes or distance learning. The organisations below offer programmes specifically designed to meet the needs of disabled students.

INFORMATION POINT • Ability Net - See page 33 • Award Scheme Development & Accreditation Network (ASDAN) - See page 36 • Special Connection - See page 72 • The Hope Centre - See page 74

- 15 - Do colleges offer provision for students with disabilities? Local colleges may have specialist departments or units for students with learning disabilities, so try your local College of Further Education. Another good place to start looking is via The Association of National Specialist Colleges (NATSPEC). There are also a few Jewish organisations that may be able to help (see Information Point below - Kisharon and Langdon Colleges).

How do I find out if a course/training programme is suitable?

Obtain and study prospectuses of colleges, training establishments and work schemes. Make sure that you visit any place or course you are considering to see if all your needs, physical and educational, will be met. Are any grants available? Check with your local authority and specific organisations whether grants are available to meet the costs of the particular educational/training course and any additional living expenses that might be incurred.

INFORMATION POINT • Burr Centre for Personal Development - See page 39 • Disability Rights Commission - See page 44 • Kisharon College - See page 53 • Langdon College - See page 56 • National Bureau for Students with Disabilities - See page 63 • National Institute for Adult Continuing Education (NIACE) - See page 63 • Oxford & Cambridge Examination Board - See page 67 • The Association of National Specialist Colleges (NATSPEC) - See page 75 • The Open University - See page 78

- 16 - EMPLOYMENT

How do I start looking for work? If you have a disability and are concerned about the impact of your disability on your employment, you can contact organisations and unions who can provide you with information regarding your legal rights, advise you about work schemes available for people with disabilities, offer help with job seeking, conduct employment assessment, and advise you about disability disclosure and various benefits. Which organisations offer information and advice regarding employment? You can get help to find employment or to stay in work from a variety of organisations, including jobcentres, careers services and voluntary organisations. For most disabled people, a Jobcentre Plus Personal Adviser can provide the help needed to find work.

INFORMATION POINT • Citizens Advice Bureau - See page 41 • Connexions - See page 40 • JobCentrePlus - See page 51 • Working Links - See page 80

Is anybody specifically trained to advise people with disabilities? JobCentrePlus can provide you, through their specialist Disability Employment Advisers, with access to a range of services specially designed to help disabled people. Advisers are able to access information about a wide range of programmes available for people with disabilities. They are trained to help you find work, get back into work and retain a job. Connexions Service National Unit provides information and guidance for young people with disabilities between the ages of 13 - 17 - and 19 (occasionally extended to the age of 25). This organisation has produced a Directory of Career Resources for Special Needs, which is highly recommended for anyone working with young people with special needs. Which Jewish organisations can help me find employment? There are several Jewish organisations which offer help and advice regarding employment. The Employment Resource Centre offers personal mentoring and career advice, training on all aspects of job- hunting, a reference library and computer facilities. The Jewish Deaf Association, Kisharon, Norwood and Yad Voezer also offer help in finding work.

INFORMATION POINT • Employment Resource Centre - See page 46 • Jewish Deaf Association - See page 52 • Kisharon - See page 53 • Norwood - See page 64 • Yad Voezer - See page 81

What other information is available to assist me? Printed booklets are available in normal print, large print and Braille and are available at JobCentres. Look out for titles such as: • “Make it Work - A Guide to Specialist Services for Disabled People” • “The Disability Symbol - What It Means For You” • “Employing Disabled People - How the Employment Service Can Help”

- 18 - INFORMATION POINT Information is also provided by the following organisations on their website: • Connexions - See page 40 • Department for Work and Pensions - Disability Policy Division - See page 42 • Directgov - The Government Information Service Online - See page 42 • Disability Rights Commission - See page 44 • Employers’ Forum on Disability - See page 45 • JobCentrePlus - See page 51

Can commercial employment agencies help me find a job? Some commercial agencies may offer services for people with disabilities.

How will I know if a job is suited to my needs? You may be offered an employment assessment to help you find out how your disability or health condition affects the type of work or training you want to do. The assessment can help you identify your abilities and strengths. At the end of an assessment you will have an action plan of steps you need to take to achieve your job goal. To arrange an assessment, contact your local JobCentre.

- 19 - Are there any employment programmes available for people with disabilities? There are many schemes available for disabled people provided by the Department of Work and Pensions. The major ones are listed below and information is available at JobCentrePlus.

INFORMATION POINT • Department for Work and Pensions - See page 42 • JobCentrePlus - See page 51

1. Access to Work If your disability affects the type of work that you can do and is likely to last for 12 months or longer, you should consider this programme. Access to Work is designed to help you and your employer find practical solutions to remove any obstacles. There are a variety of ways in which Access to Work can help. For example, it can help pay for: • A communicator, if you are deaf or have a hearing impairment and need support at an interview. • A reader at work, if you are blind or have a visual impairment. • Special equipment (or alterations to existing equipment) to suit your particular work needs. • A support worker, if you require practical help because of your disability either at work or getting to work. • Help with the additional costs of travel to work for people who are unable to use public transport. 2. Workstep If you have a disability that makes it difficult for you to find or keep a job, Workstep may be able to help you. It provides support to disabled people facing complex barriers to getting and keeping a job. The Workstep programme also offers practical assistance to employers.

- 20 - You may benefit from Workstep if you have a disability and wish to have a job where you can: • Develop your skills. • Have opportunities to develop and progress. • Have the right kind of support targeted when you need it. 3. New Deal New Deal for Disabled People (NDDP) is designed to help people move from disability and health-related benefits into paid employment. The programme is delivered through a network of ‘Job Brokers’ who offer a wide range of support, including help with filling in application forms, writing CVs, interview preparation, advice on training courses and information about local job vacancies. They will advise you on local training providers and other organisations to meet your needs and help you get relevant training and work experience. They also work closely with local employers to help make sure things work out for you, and can arrange additional support in the workplace if necessary, for example, special equipment. Some Job Brokers may be able to help you with travel costs to interviews or pay for some of your costs while you are looking for work. They will also advise you about help such as the Travel to Interview scheme. 4. Job Introduction Scheme The Job Introduction Scheme (JIS) is available through JobCentre Plus. It can help you if you are looking for work, or are about to start a job and have a disability that may affect the kind of work you will do. JIS pays a weekly grant to your employer for the first few weeks that you are employed to help towards your wages or other employment costs like additional training. If you are about to start a job, and you or your employer have genuine concerns about your ability to manage it because of your disability, contact your Disability Employment Adviser (DEA) at JobCentrePlus. You can discuss whether JIS would be applicable in your circumstances.

- 21 - FINANCIAL ENTITLEMENTS

What general points should I be aware of? The Department for Work and Pensions and local authority finance departments provide booklets and advice on benefits. It is always worthwhile to seek guidance from legal and financial advisers. This is to ensure that those claiming for disabilities do not own assets and do not become beneficiaries of trust funds in a way that could deprive them of state and local authority benefits. It can be beneficial for families to set up trusts on behalf of a family member with a disability, but remember the point made above. People with disabilities are allowed to earn a wage without any effect on their benefits. This is in addition to any personal savings they may have. The wage is called ‘Permitted Earnings’.

INFORMATION POINT • Department for Work and Pensions- Benefit Enquiry Line - See page 42 • Local Authority Services - Finance Departments - See page 57

What benefits am I entitled to? A number of social security benefits are available to people with disabilities. The main ones are given below with a brief description of the benefit and details of how to find out more about it, including whether or not you are eligible. As benefits change frequently, only a general description is provided. Please consult the information sources given for the most up to date details. Carer’s allowance is a benefit payable to people who spend at least 35 hours a week caring for a person who is severely disabled.

- 22 - See the sources of information given overleaf for information on Disability Benefits. 1. Child Tax Credit This is a means-tested allowance for parents and carers of children or young people. You may get Child Tax Credit if you are responsible for a t least one child under 16 or young person in full-time education at school or college. Tax credits are based on your household circumstances, so contact HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) for information about eligibility. 2. Working Tax Credit Working Tax Credit is a payment to top up the earnings of low paid working people (whether employed or self-employed), including those who do not have children. Working Tax Credit helps to make work pay for low income workers. For information on eligibility, contact HM Revenue & Customs. 3. Disability Living Allowance This is a weekly cash benefit paid to people with a physical or mental illness or disability. It is paid to people who claim before age 65, and who require help in getting about and/or personal supervision or care. It includes two components: the mobility component and the care component. Anyone in residential care is only eligible to apply for the mobility component. For more information, contact the Department for Work and Pensions - Benefit Enquiry Line. 4. Attendance Allowance This is paid to people who claim at age 65 or over who are physically or mentally disabled and require personal supervision or care. This is not for people in residential care. For more information contact the Department for Work and Pensions - Benefit Enquiry Line.

- 23 - INFORMATION POINT • Department for Work and Pensions, Benefit Enquiry Line - See page 4 • Disability Alliance - See page 43 • HM Revenue & Customs, Tax Credits Office - See page 49

5. Housing Benefit This is administered by local authorities on behalf of the Department for Work and Pensions for people who are renting accommodation. Only one member of a family can claim an d are on a low income. Housing Benefit can be claimed from your Local Authority and from your local social security office. 6. Incapacity Benefit This is for people who cannot work because of ill health or a disability. This is a contributions-based benefirt paid at a set rate. It gives people of working age a replacement income when they cannot work or look for work because of ill health or a disability. For more information, contact JobCentre Plus or the Department for Work and Pensions.

INFORMATION POINT • Department for Work & Pensions - Public Enquiry Office - See page 42 • JobCentrePlus - See page 51 • Local Authority Services - Housing department - See page 57

7. Income Support This is an income-related benefit payable between the ages of 16 and 59 which gives financial help to people who are not in full-time paid work and whose total income is at a level below that set by

- 24 - Parliament. It is an income-related benefit: your financial resources, like your earnings and your savings, affect how much you get. It bridges the gap between your current finances and the amount of money for which you could apply. You may be eligible for the disability premium or the severe disability premium, which are additions to the basic amount. For more information, contact JobCentre Plus or the Department for Work and Pensions. 8. Jobseeker’s Allowance This allowance is for unemployed people who are able to work and who sign on. There are two sorts of Jobseeker’s Allowance: a) Contribution-based Jobseeker’s Allowance: entitlement is based on your National Insurance contribution record. It can be claimed even if you have savings or if your partner works. b) Income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance: this can be paid if you have not paid sufficient National Insurance contributions or when your contribution-based Jobseeker’s Allowance finishes. It can also top up contribution-based Jobseeker’s Allowance if you do not have sufficient money to live on. You can claim at your local JobCentrePlus office.

9. Pension Credit This is the name used for state pension credit, a means-tested benefit for people over 60. It has two elements: (a) Guarantee credit which replaces income support for people aged 60 and over. (b) Savings credit for people aged 65 and over, which is intended to provide extra money for people who have saved. For more information contact the Pension Service.

INFORMATION POINT • The Pension Service - See page 77

- 25 - 10. Social Fund This can provide three types of payment: (a) Budgeting loans (interest-free): these assist people on income- based Jobseeker’s Allowance or those on Income Support to cope with the cost of periodic lump sum expenses for routine needs, which may be difficult to meet out of the weekly benefit. (b) Crisis loans (interest-free): these help people, whether or not they are on benefit, to meet immediate needs arising from a disaster or an emergency where such a loan is the only way to avoid a risk to the health and safety of the applicant and their family. (c) Community care grants (non-repayable): these help vulnerable people on income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance or on Income Support to live independently within the community. For more information, contact JobCentre Plus.

INFORMATION POINT In all cases, if in doubt, call:

• Department for Work and Pensions - Public Enquiry Office - See page 42

- 26 - HOUSING

What should I do first? If you require help with housing issues contact your Local Authority Housing or Social Services or a Housing Advice Centre.

INFORMATION POINT • Local Authority Housing or Social Services - See page 57 • National Housing Federation - See page 66

Where can I get information? The organisations below and over the page offer information on housing options. Advice and information on equipment for hire or purchase, can be obtained from the Disabled Living Foundation.

INFORMATION POINT • ARC Caresearch - See page 35 • Disabilities Care Register - See page 44 • Disabled Living Foundation - See page 45 • Family Fund Trust - See page 47 • Housing Options - See page 48 • Kisharon - See page 53 • Langdon Community - See page 56 • Mencap - See page 59 • Mind - See page 62 • National Autistic Society - See page 66 • National Centre for Independent Living - See page 67

- 27 - INFORMATION POINT • Norwood - See page 64 • Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation (RADAR) - See page 71 • Spinal Injuries Association - See page 73 • Values in Action - See page 79

What Jewish housing is there for disabled people? The organisations listed below offer housing solutions for Jewish people across Britain.

INFORMATION POINT • Agudas Israel Housing Association - See page 34 • Birmingham Jewish Housing Association - See page 37 • Brookvale - See page 39 • Greater Manchester Jewish Housing Association - See page 48 • Industrial Dwellings Society (IDS) See page 49 • Jewish Community Housing Association - See page 50 • Jewish Blind and Disabled - See page 50 • Leeds Jewish Housing Association - See page 55 • Sussex Tikva - See page 73 • Yad Voezer - See page 81

- 28 - RECREATION, LEISURE and TRANSPORT

Which groups provide social and leisure activities and holidays? There are a range of organisations and groups, both within and outside the Jewish community, which provide social and recreational leisure services and holidays to children, teenagers and adults with disabilities. Below are a selection but this list is not comprehensive.

INFORMATION POINT • Alyth Youth & Community Centre - The Monday Club - See page 34 • Association for Spinal Injury Research, Rehabilitation & Reintegration (ASPIRE) - See page 35 • Birmingham Jewish Community Care See page 37 • Brookvale - See page 39 • Camp Simcha - See page 40 • Jewish Association For The Mentally Ill (JAMI) - See page 50 • Jewish Care - See page 51 • Kith and Kids - See page 54 • Leeds Jewish Welfare Board - See page 55 • Maccabi - See page 59 • Manchester Jewish Community Care See page 60 • Manchester Jewish Federation - See page 60 • Mencap - See page 59 • Merseyside Jewish Community Care See page 60 • Norwood - Unity Scheme - See page 65 • Outreach Community and Residential Services - See page 68 • Physically-Handicapped-Able- Bodied (PHAB) - See page 68

- 29 - INFORMATION POINT • Redbridge Jewish Day Centre - See page 70 • Rishon - Multiple Sclerosis Aid Group - See page 71 • The Disability Foundation - in association with ASPIRE - See page 76 • The Larches Trust - See page 75 • The League of Jewish Women - See page 76 • Vitalise - See page 80 • Yad Voezer - See page 81

Are there any mainstream facilities with special services for people with disabilities? Check with the Leisure Services department of your Local Authority to see what they provide. Details of Copthall Leisure Centre below indicate what may be available in other areas.

INFORMATION POINT • Copthall Leisure Centre - See page 42 • Local Authority Services - See page 57

Where can I find more information regarding leisure and recreation activities offered to people with disabilities? The organisations listed below offer leisure activities to disabled people.

INFORMATION POINT • Barnet Borough Community Focus See page 37 • Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation (RADAR) - See page 71 • Scope - See page 73

- 30 - What support groups are there for carers? The organisations listed below offer support to disabled people and their carers. Ask your local authority what is available in your area.

INFORMATION POINT • Barnet People’s Choice - See page 36 • Employers’ Forum on Disability - See page 45 • Family Support - See page 47 • Greater London Action on Disability See page 48 • Inclusive Play Opportunities Project (IPOP) - See page 49 • JMU Access Partnership - See page 52 • Rethink - See page 70 • The New Learning Centre - See page 74

What transport-related benefits are available? The information given below relates mainly to the Greater London area but most Local Authorities have some assisted-transport scheme. Contact your Local Authority Social Services to see if they run schemes comparable to those listed below.

INFORMATION POINT • Blue Badge Scheme - See page 38 • Local Authority Social Services - See page 57 • London Dial-a-Ride - See page 57 • London Freedom Pass - See page 54 • London Taxicard Scheme - See page 58 · • Mobilise - See page 61 • Mobility Allowance - See page 61

- 31 - RELIGIOUS PROVISION

How can I find my nearest synagogue? Contact the Board of Deputies’ Jewish Community Information for information about local synagogues, or call the synagogual organisations listed below.

INFORMATION POINT • Assembly of Masorti Synagogues - See page 33 • Board of Deputies - Jewish Community Information - See page 38 • Federation of Synagogues - See page 46 • Liberal Judaism - See page 58 • Movement for Reform Judaism (formerly RSGB) - See page 62 • Spanish & Portuguese Jews Congregation - See page 72 • Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations - See page 79 • United Synagogue - See page 78

Should I be concerned with burial? Most synagogues have a burial society. Synagogue membership normally includes a burial fees component. You should ask about this when you contact your synagogue to see what its scheme is.

- 32 - PROVISION FOR SCOTTISH JEWRY

Any adult, parent or guardian who requires help, support or guidance on any aspect of disabilities provision for Jewish people in Scotland can enquire about information and resources at Cosgrove Care.

INFORMATION POINT • Cosgrove Care - See page 41

1. General Services and guidance are provided for Jewish clients in the whole of Scotland by Cosgrove. Other services are available from the organisations listed below.

INFORMATION POINT • Jewish Blind Society - See page 52 • Jewish Care Scotland - See page 51 • Newark Care - See page 66

2. Housing Is registered housing available? Cosgrove runs a registered property for 13 adults, which is fully subsidised by the local authority. The registered accommodation consists of three separate flats for 4 people and one self-contained studio flat. The Local Authority registers and inspects the provision on a regular basis. All tenants have a person centred care plan, which is reviewed at least annually.

- 33 - How much does registered housing cost? Charges are dependent on your income and you may be expected to contribute if you have an income or savings. The local authority takes into consideration the person’s capital or income when assessing the financial level of support provided by the statutory authorities. Parents, guardians and family members are not required to contribute. I would like to live independently. What is on offer for me? Under the Supported Living scheme, if you wish to live independently but have support issues or feel that you are vulnerable in any way, Cosgrove Care can support you. Supported Living is to ensure that you are able to maintain a tenancy. If you are eligible for any amount of Housing Benefit, there is no charge for this service. Charges are dependent on your income and you may be expected to contribute if you have an income or savings, which exclude you from Housing Benefit entitlement. However, you will be advised of any costs, how much and how to pay before you decide to accept the service. Supported living services are inspected by the Care Commission. Enquiries about this and all other services are free. Cosgrove owns several houses and also works in close partnership with the Arklet Housing Association who will put you on their waiting list. A variety of housing is available, with each service user having their own level of housing support from Cosgrove as assessed and agreed with the social services. If you need any care support to maintain your tenancy, this can be assessed separately by the social services and funded by them on the same basis as the assessment for Housing Support (supported living). There are available single and multiple units, warden-assisted and good neighbour schemes.

INFORMATION POINT • Arklet Housing Association Ltd - See page 34

- 34 - 3. Education What educational activities are offered? Cosgrove Care offers college courses, computing classes, arts, crafts and music groups, reading, and therapy groups. Access to certified Scottish Vocational Qualification courses with Cardonald College, offering courses on promoting independence, social care, retail development and placements. Ongoing support throughout the course is offered. 4. Religious observance What level does Cosgrove Care provide? All food adheres strictly to the Jewish dietary laws, but the premises are not under supervision. All festivals are celebrated. Service users have freedom to decide whether to participate in all communal events. Some are regular attenders at the local synagogue where they are warmly welcomed by the community. 5. Recreation & Leisure I really need a holiday but require some assistance. What services are available to me? Respite breaks are available within their registered care home at Cosgrove Court, Arnside Avenue, Giffnock, Glasgow. Support staff can accompany clients on holidays/short breaks. Breaks can be offered in the client’s home by the provision of support staff. Transport can be provided if necessary. Holiday support can be accessed through Cosgrove Care or East Renfrewshire Council. The local authority can arrange to pay for services where there is an assessed need. (Enquiries on eligibility should be made to Cosgrove Care.) 6. Employment Do any organisations offer employment for disabled persons? Cosgrove Care employs a number of people with learning disabilities in its own charity shops and headquarters. Training is offered, when appropriate, through local colleges and with support from Cosgrove as a step towards work in the community. Cosgrove works in close partnership with government agencies helping people into, or back into, work and will assist any service user wishing to work with job seeking and applications. - 35 - CLASSIFIED DIRECTORY

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Ability Net Offers computer-training courses for people with disabilities. Concentrates on adapting computers for people with differing manual skills. Courses include training for independence with various levels of attainment available. P.O. Box 94, Warwick CV34 5WS Tel: 01926 312847 or Freephone 0800 269545 Fax: 01926 407425 Web: www.abilitynet.org.uk

@ Assembly of Masorti Synagogues The central co-ordinating body responsible for serving and developing all Masorti communities in Britain. It is responsible for providing social, cultural and educational opportunities for youth, students and young adults and for promoting Masorti ideology. 1097 Finchley Road, London NW11 0PU Tel: 020 8201 8772 Fax: 020 8201 8917 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.masorti.org.uk Contact: Rabbi Dr Jeremy Collick Tel: 020 8905 4096

- 36 - @ Alyth Youth & Community Centre - The Monday Club A club for people with learning disabilities, the emphasis being on developing social skills. Services include drama/music therapy sessions (led by professional instructors), crafts, games, parties and outings. Serves North and North-West London. North Western Reform Congregation Alyth Gardens, London NW11 7EN Tel: 020 8455 6763 Fax: 020 8731 8175 Web: www.alyth.org.uk

@ Agudas Israel Housing Association Runs two Group Homes for people with mental health issues in London N16 area. Offers housing for rent for people with physical disabilities. Suitable for orthodox members of the Jewish community. 206 Lordship Road, London N16 5ES Tel: 020 8802 3819 Fax: 020 8809 6206 E-mail: [email protected]

@ Arklet Housing Association Ltd., Scotland Provides sheltered accommodation in Glasgow. Barrland Court, Barrland Drive, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7QD Tel: 0141 620 1890 Fax: 0141 620 3044 E-mail: [email protected]

- 37 - ARC Caresearch Computerised information service to help parents looking for residential care for those with a learning disability, physical disability or mental health problems. There is a charge for this service. ARC House, Marsden Street, Chesterfield S40 1JY Tel: 01246 555043 Fax: 01246 555045 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.arcuk.org.uk

Association for Spinal Injury Research, Rehabilitation & Reintegration (ASPIRE) A charity attached to the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital in Stanmore, aimed at people (mainly aged 15-35) with spinal cord injuries to create opportunity, choice and independence. It works for the full integration of disabled and able-bodied people through sport. Facilities include a fully integrated swimming pool, a fully integrated gym and a dance studio. Provides karate and self-defence programmes, workout classes, swimming lessons and aquafit classes, a fitness studio, integrated summer camps for children (including arts and crafts, drama, treasure hunts, football, cricket and more), all involving integration between disabled and non-disabled children. Aspire National Training Centre, Wood Lane, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4AP Tel: 020 8420 5759 Fax: 020 8420 6352 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.aspire.org.uk Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital: E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.rnoh-stanmore.org.uk

- 38 - Acas Aims to improve organisations and working life through better employment relations. Provides up-to-date information, independent advice, high quality training and works with employers and employees to solve problems and improve performance. Acas National Office, Brandon House, 180 Borough High Street, London SE1 1LW Tel: 020 7210 3613 Acas Helpline: 0845 747 4747 Minicom: 08456 061 600 Web: www.acas.org.uk

Award Scheme Development & Accreditation Network (ASDAN) These are locally based schemes organised by local authority colleges of higher education. They concentrate on programmes and qualifications by means of activity- based curriculum in key skills and life skills to promote personal and social development. There is an ASDAN award for pre- and post-16 year olds with learning difficulties. Wainbrook House, Hudds Vale Road, St George, Bristol BS5 7HY Tel: 0117 9411126 Fax: 0117 9351112 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.asdan.co.uk

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Barnet People’s Choice A self-advocacy group for adults with learning difficulties who live in the London Borough of Barnet. It includes group meetings, meets 3 times a month - Thursday evenings and Saturdays. Membership is free. Summit House, 25 The Burroughs, Hendon, London NW4 4AR Tel: 020 8202 7722 E-mail: [email protected]

Barnet Borough Community Focus An arts organisation working mainly with disabled people providing a supportive environment for people to participate in various art forms including photography, visual art, dance, drama and video. 5 Nether Street, Tally Ho Corner, London N12 0GA Tel: 020 8369 5484 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.communityfocus.org.uk

@ Birmingham Jewish Housing Association Provides accommodation for people with general needs as well as those with disabilities. 1 Rake Way, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 1EG Tel: 0121 643 2835 Fax: 0121 643 5291 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.brijnet.org/birmingham

- 40 - @ Birmingham Jewish Community Care Provides all forms of social and welfare support including Andrew Cohen House, a Residential/Nursing Care Home for older adults. Also provides a day centre with transport facilities, a social work department, kosher meals on wheels. 1 Rake Way, Birmingham, B15 1EG Tel: 0121 643 2835 Fax: 0121 643 5291 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.brijnet.org/birmingham

Blue Badge Scheme Provides a national arrangement of parking concessions for people with certain disabilities. If you think that you may be entitled to a badge, you should apply to the Social Services Department of your local council. The application must be endorsed by referral from a social worker (or a GP). Department for Transport, Disability Policy Branch, Mobility and Inclusion Unit Zone 1/18, Great Minster House, 76 Marsham Street, London SW1P 4DR Tel: 020 7944 8300 Web: www.dft.gov.uk

@ Board of Deputies – Jewish Community Information A free information line provides information about all Jewish organisations in Britain. 6 Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2LP Tel: 020 7543 5421 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.bod.org.uk

- 41 - @ Burr Centre for Personal Development Caters for the needs of Jewish adults over the age of 20 who have a physical disability or visual impairment. Offers courses for up to 20 people in a variety of subjects including computer skills, cooking, ceramics, etc and provides its own transport. It is funded by Jewish Blind & Disabled and staffed and managed by Jewish Care. Aztec House, 163 Tomswood Hill, Ilford, Essex IG6 2GN Telephone: 020 8500 0456 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.jbd.org

@ Brookvale A Manchester-based residential care and occupational day care centre for mentally disabled young adults to enable them to reach their potential and, where possible, encourage integration and acceptance into the general community. It encourages ‘open road projects’ enabling some residents to go out to work, and services the interests of residents and their families. Provision includes full residential and occupational day centre facilities (involving arts and crafts, cookery, dance and swimming) and holidays. Simister Lane, Prestwich, Manchester M25 2SF Tel: 0161 653 1767 Fax: 0161 655 3635 E-mail: [email protected]

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@ Camp Simcha A London-based charity which helps to improve the quality of life for children with cancer. It provides a kosher summer camp in the USA and a year-round activity programme. P.O. Box 20397 London NW11 8WX Tel: 020 8731 6788 Fax: 020 8207 0568 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.campsimcha.org.uk

Connexions Service National Unit Offers advice and career guidance on college courses and jobs. It is local authority based and is not aimed specifically at people with disabilities. Information for your area can be obtained from the national website. Connexions Direct is a service for young people age 13-19 that offers quick access to information and advice. You can communicate with a Connexions Direct adviser by telephone, webchat, email or text message. Call on 080 800 13219 Text on 07766 4 13219 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.connexions.gov.uk

- 43 - Citizens Advice Bureau The Citizens Advice service helps people resolve their legal, financial and other problems by providing free information and advice. Tel: check your local telephone directory Or phone 020 7833 2181 to find your local branch Web: www.citizensadvice.org.uk

@ Cosgrove Care The services provided by Cosgrove Care throughout Scotland enable each person to have choice, independence, dignity, and a good quality of life within the Jewish community. All support is person centred and is reviewed periodically. Support can be provided in the family home, the person’s own home or in registered accommodation. Day services and leisure activities are provided in its headquarters building at the address below. Information and guidance are available on request. Burial Society membership can be arranged. Volunteers, trained and supported by Cosgrove, are available to offer friendship and support. Advocates are available should service users need the support of an independent person to speak on their behalf. The Walton Community Centre, May Terrace, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 6LD Tel: 0141 620 2500 / Fax: 0141 620 2501 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.cosgrove.co.uk

- 44 - Copthall Leisure Centre Organises special sessions, including a family session (mixed gender) on Sundays, and men-only and women-only sessions for people with disabilities (which children of that gender may attend) at other times of the week. Great North Way, Hendon, London NW4 1PS Tel: 020 8457 9900 Web: www.gll.org

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Department for Work and Pensions The Department is responsible for a range of benefits and services for people of working age, providing financial help and support. Public Enquiry Office Tel: 020 7712 2171 Benefit Enquiry Line: 0800 882200 Web: www.dwp.gov.uk The UK Government’s Disability Policy Division has a helpline for people with disabilities offering information regarding legislation. Tel: 0800 882200 People with speech or hearing problems using a textphone can dial: Tel: 0800 243355 Web: www.direct.gov.uk

Directgov Directgov website is the place to turn for the latest and widest range of public service information. Packed with advice, it also points you to the most useful online services from across government. Web: www.direct.gov.uk

- 45 - Disability Alliance (DA) Disability Alliance, publishers of the Disability Rights Handbook, is regarded as the leading authority on social security benefits for disabled people. You can use their site or phone to find updated information about benefits, tax credits, community care as well as disability related campaigns and parliamentary news. Universal House, 88-94 Wentworth Street, London E1 7SA Tel: 020 7247 8776 / 020 7247 8763 Fax: 020 7247 8765 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.disabilityalliance.org

Disability Law Service The Disability Law Service is a registered charity which provides free advice and representation to people with disabilities, their families and/or enablers. Advice is available from a rota of specialist advisers on the following issues: Employment; Discrimination; Education; Welfare benefits; Community care; Consumer care; Consumer and contract; and other issues relating to disability. 39-45 Cavell Street, London E1 2BP Advice Line Tel: 020 7791 9800 (Mon-Fri: 10.30am -1pm, 2.30 - 5pm) Minicom: 020 7791 9801 Fax: 020 7791 9802 Web: www.dls.org.uk

- 46 - Disabilities Care Register Disabilities Care Register offers a comprehensive database of registered residential and supported accommodation in UK. Free service which matches care homes to your specific requirements. Carechoices, Valley Court, Royston, Hertfordshire SG8 OHF Tel: 01223 207770 or Freephone: 0800 389 2077 Fax: 01223 207108 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.carechoices.co.uk

Disability Information Services (DISS) UK’s leading National Database of Disability Information offers impartial and independent information for disabled people, their carers, families and professional service providers. Database has details of support services, products and activities for disabled people. DISS, Oaklawn Road, Leatherhead, Surrey KT22 0BT Customer Service Tel: 01372 841395/6 Fax: 01306 741740 Web: www.diss.org.uk

Disability Rights Commission (DRC) The Disability Rights Commission is an independent body established to stop discrimination and promote equality of opportunity for disabled people. The DRC gives advice and information to disabled people, employers and service providers, supports disabled people in upholding their rights, helps solve problems and campaigns to strengthen the law. DRC Helpline, FREEPOST MID02164, Stratford on Avon CV37 9BR Tel: 08475 622633 Fax: 0845 778878 Web: www.drc-gb.org

- 47 - Disabled Living Foundation (DLF) The DLF is a national charity that provides free impartial advice and information on equipment and assistive technologies for independent living for purchase or hire. It has an Equipment Demonstration Centre and a list of disabled living centres, training, IT, a comprehensive database of equipment and also produces factsheets and booklets. DLF, 380-384 Harrow Road, London W9 2HU Tel: 020 7289 6111 / Helpline: 0845 130 9177 (10am - 4pm) Textphone: 020 7432 8009 (10am -1pm) E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.dlf.org.uk

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Employers’ Forum on Disability The Employers’ Forum on Disability is recognised as the authoritative voice on disability as it affects employers and service providers. It provides an Information Line for questions about the concept of reasonable adjustment and other aspects of implementing the legislation, with emphasis on best practice. The Employers’ Forum on Disability also produces publications, information on the Disability Discrimination Act and holds events. Nutmeg House, 60 Gainsford Street, London SE1 2NY Tel/Textphone: 020 7403 3020 Fax: 020 7403 0404 Minicom: 020 7403 0040 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.employers-forum.co.uk

- 48 - @ Employment Resource Centre The ERC is an independent charity which offers help to able bodied and disabled Jewish people seeking employment. It provides advice, job search facilities and training in job-seeking skills such as CV writing and interview technique. The ERC is supported by Jewish Blind & Disabled. Fairacres, 164 East End Road, London N2 ORR Tel: 020 8883 1000 Fax: 020 8883 1093 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ercentre.org.uk

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@ Federation of Synagogues The Federation of Synagogues has an internationally recognised Beth Din with Dayanim who are always available to discuss halachic questions. The Federation has its own Kashrus Certificate and issues local Kosher Catering Licences as well as undertaking Product Certification in Britain and abroad. 65 Watford Way, London NW4 3AQ Tel: 020 8202 2263 Fax: 020 8203 0610 Contact: Rabbi Ronen Broder Tel: 020 8458 4190 E-mail: info@ federationofsynagogues.com Web: www.federationofsynagogues.com

- 49 - Family Fund Trust The Family Fund is a registered charity covering the whole of the UK and is funded by the government. The Family Fund provides grants to families with severely disabled or seriously ill children, based on families’ needs, and shares information about families with severely disabled children to influence policies and services. Around £27m each year is distributed by the trust to more than 40,000 families. The Fund is open to low income families. Grants can only be offered for children and young people aged 15 and under. P.O. Box 50, York YO1 9ZX Tel: 01904 621115 Minicom users can call 01904 658085 E-mail: [email protected] www.familyfundtrust.org.uk

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@ Greater Manchester Jewish Housing Association Provides residential care for frail elderly people and shared housing for people with learning disabilities in the Salford, Crumpsall and Prestwich areas of Manchester. 85 Middleton Road, Crumpsall, Manchester M8 4JY Tel: 0161 740 0001 Fax: 0161 795 3460 E-mail: [email protected]

Greater London Action on Disability (GLAD) GLAD is an organisation of disabled people which is working to improve the lives of disabled Londoners. It provides advice and information, a range of publications and a list of access auditors and website links to other useful organisations. GLAD, Downstream Buildings, 1 London Bridge, London SE1 9BG Tel: 020 7022 1890 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.glad.org.uk HH

Housing Options Independent advice and information service for people with learning disabilities. 78a High Street, Witney, Oxfordshire OX28 6HL Tel: 0845 4561497 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.housingoptions.org.uk

- 51 - HM Revenue & Customs Tax Credits Tel Helpline: 0845 300 3900 website: www.hmrc.gov.uk

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Inclusive Play Opportunities Project (IPOP) This is a London Borough of Barnet based charity which offers support and advice to families of disabled children and young people up to the age of 19 years, who want to use mainstream playschemes, after school clubs or youth clubs. Salisbury Road, High Barnet, Hertfordshire EN5 4JP Tel: 020 8441 0404 Fax: 020 8441 0415 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ipop.uk.com

@ Industrial Dwellings Society (IDS) A London based housing association which provides a shared house for Orthodox Jewish women with learning difficulties in Hackney. In addition the IDS owns and manages sheltered schemes in Hackney and Redbridge for a Jewish elderly/ disabled clientele. 5th Floor, Ockway House, 41 Stamford Hill, London N16 5SR Tel: 020 8800 9606 Fax: 020 8800 5990 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ids.org.uk

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@ Jewish Association for the Mentally Ill (JAMI) Provides essential daycare, social work, counselling, advice, information and social activities for people suffering from mental health problems, their families and carers. 16a North End Road, London NW11 7PH Tel: 020 8458 2223 Fax: 020 8458 1117 Web: www.jamiuk.org

@ Jewish Blind and Disabled Provides independent living in 277 flats for people with a visual impairment and/or physical disability. Each tenant has their own self-contained flat within a modern purpose-built building with a communal lounge and fully kosher communal facilities. 35 Langstone Way, Mill Hill East, London NW7 1GT Tel: 020 8371 6611 Fax: 020 8371 4225 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.jbd.org

@ Jewish Community Housing Association Provides sheltered housing for people with disabilities, mild learning disabilities and the elderly. All applications are individually assessed. Areas covered include North West London, Margate, Hemel Hempstead, South London. Harmony Close, Princes Park Avenue, London NW11 0JJ Tel: 020 8381 4901 Fax: 020 8458 1772 E-mail: [email protected]

- 53 - JobCentrePlus If you are looking for work or claiming benefit as unemployed, contact your local JobCentrePlus. Information for jobseekers is offered on Jobseekers Direct. www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk Jobseeker Direct: 0845 6060 234 @ Jewish Care Jewish Care offers a wide range of support to enable disabled people to live independently and to be supported in making choices about their lives. Jewish Care aims to: • Promote the empowerment and enablement of disabled people within Jewish Care. • Develop best practice within current service provision. • Develop existing disability services to meet changing needs. • Educate and support the wider community in disability equality issues. Services include occupational therapy, rehabilitation for people with visual impairment or sight loss, stroke groups, Parkinson group, home care, Rela Goldhill Lodge residential care home, Karten Ctec Computer Centre, KC Shasha Talking Books, Burr Day Centre for Personal Development. Stuart Young House, 221 Golders Green Road, London NW11 9DQ Tel: 020 8922 2000 Fax: 020 8922 1998 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.jewishcare.org

@ Jewish Care Scotland Jewish Care Scotland is the major provider of social work services to Jewish adults with enduring illness and physical disabilities in Scotland. It has a partnership with East Renfrewshire Council to provide a range of services to adults with disabilities. The Walton Community Care Centre, May Terrace, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 6LD Tel: 0141 620 1800 Fax: 0141 620 2409 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.jcarescot.org.uk

- 54 - @ Jewish Blind Society, Scotland Provides care for Jewish blind and partially sighted members of the Scottish community. The Walton Community Care Centre, May Terrace, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 6LD Tel: 0141 620 3339

@ Jewish Deaf Association Offers help on initial contact with employment agencies by making sure that two-way communication is possible. Can obtain sign language support. Julius Newman House, Woodside Park Road, London N12 8RP Tel: 020 446 0214 / Textphone: 020 8446 4037 Voice: 020 8446 0502 Fax: 020 8445 7451 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.jewishdeaf.org.uk

JMU Access Partnership An access consultancy working towards inclusive environments. Its aim is to help disabled people lead full and independent lives by improving the everyday environment in which they live, undertaken through its consultancy, training and research activities. It specialises in buildings, transport, street environment, products and service provision. It is supported by the Royal National Institute for the Blind, and the Access Association. It provides free professional advice and has offices in London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Leeds. JMU Head Office, 105 Judd Street, London, WC1H 9NE Tel: 020 7391 2002 Fax: 020 7387 7109 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.jmuaccess.org.uk

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@ Kisharon Kisharon caters for the education and welfare of Jewish children and adults with moderate to severe learning disabilities. Kisharon’s services encompass a vocational training centre for adults, a dedicated autistic provision and a residential home. Kisharon offers a multi- purpose environment for adults with special needs that includes a synagogue, an art and music studio, therapy rooms and a multi sensory room. The Vocational Units consist of carpentry, gold blocking, bookbinding, horticultural and textile. Often employment is offered to those service users who have gained enough skills through the training programme to be able to work independently or with minimal support from a job coach. Kisharon Housing provides registered homes and supported living units within an orthodox Jewish environment. Head Office, Kisharon, 54 Parson St, London, NW4 1TR Tel: 020 8731 7009 Fax: 020 8731 7005 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kisharon.org.uk

Kisharon College Provides Further Education, vocational training and specialist support units for students with autism and high dependency needs within an orthodox Jewish environment. Kisharon College, 54 Parson Street, London NW4 1TP Tel: 020 8457 2525 Fax: 020 8457 2535 E-mail: [email protected]

- 56 - Kith and Kids A self-help group for families with members who have a learning or physical disability. It runs a variety of summer camps, holiday projects, weekend clubs and friendship and advocacy schemes for its members while continuing to provide support for the family. The Irish Centre, Pretoria Road, London N17 8DX Tel: 020 8801 7432 Fax: 020 8885 3035 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.kithandkids.org.uk

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London Freedom Pass A scheme managed by the Association of London Government on behalf of all London councils and provides free travel on London’s public transport for disabled, blind and older Londoners. The pass is paid for by the local council and is available from the Post Office or Town Hall. The Association of London Government Freedom Pass Section, Mobility Unit, First Floor, New Zealand House, 80 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4TZ Tel: 020 7747 4858 Fax: 0870 238 6189 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.freedompass.org

- 57 - @ Leeds Jewish Housing Association Provides housing for people with learning disabilities. 311 Stonegate Road, Leeds LS17 6AZ Tel: 0113 203 4913 Fax: 0113 203 4915 E-mail: [email protected]

Leeds Jewish Welfare Board Provides a comprehensive and integrated range of services to the Jewish and wider communities in North Leeds including people with disabilities, older people, children and families. Provision also includes residential and community services to people with learning difficulties or mental health problems. Specialist services and support to members of the community with visual impairment are available from Leeds Jewish Blind Society at the same address. 311 Stonegate Road, Leeds LS17 6AZ Tel: 0113 203 4913 Fax: 0113 203 4915 E-mail: [email protected]

The Marjorie and Arnold Ziff Community Centre 311 Stonegate Road, Leeds LS17 6AZ Tel: 0113 218 5888 Fax: 0113 203 4915 Web: www.mazcc.org

- 58 - @ Langdon College Langdon College is the only residential specialist college providing post-16 education and training for young Jewish people who cannot attend their local college because of a learning difficulty or disability. Most students are residential during the 38 week year and attend for 3 years. Students are wecome from anywhere in the UK or abroad. The college prepares young people for the next stage in thier lives. Success rates are outstanding and most leavers do not return home but choose to progress to supported living in the community. There are no fees for students who are UK residents. For advice on post-16 provision, contact: Chris Mayho, Principal Langdon College, Leicester Avenue, Salford M7 4HA Tel: 0161 740 5900 Fax: 0161 741 2500 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.langdon.info

Langdon Community Langdon Community supports young Jewish adults with learning difficulties/disabilities to live in the community. This is done in many different ways, supporting people in Residential Care Homes and Supported Tenancies, based in Manchester and North London. Services are committed to promoting participation in Employment and Voluntary Work, Recreation and Leisure and enabling people to further develop their Independent Living Skills. Langdon Community, Rico House, George Street, Prestwich, Manchester, M25 9WS Tel: 0161 773 4070 Fax: 0560 047 2208 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.langdon.info

- 59 - Local Authority Services Local authorities provide services and facilities specifically addressing the needs of disabled children and adults. They also offer information about services provided by other voluntary and statutory organisations. Social Services Departments offer a range of provision including delivering meals on wheels, home help, day care, respite care, support for carers and temporary or permanent admission to a care home. Your doctor’s surgery, local advice centre or library may also be able to help. Local Education Authorities attend to the needs of children who have special needs up to age 19. Local Authority Housing Departments may be able to directly provide suitable housing or may be able to nominate disabled people to specialist housing associations. Each local authority has a website: ww.nameoflocalauthority.gov.uk (eg: www.barnet.gov.uk). Phone numbers of local authorities are listed in the Business pages of local telepone directories or Yellow Pages under the authority’s name. The website: www.direct.gov.uk lists all local authorities and councils.

London Dial-a-Ride A special door-to-door bus service provided to disabled passengers under the auspices of Transport for London. There are 6 depots: Paddington, Woodford, Palmers Green, Orpington, Wimbledon, Perivale. London Dial a Ride Passenger Liaison Unit, Ash Grove Depot, Mare Street, London E8 4RH Tel: 020 7241 7456 / 020 7241 7460 www.tfl.gov.uk/dial-a-ride

- 60 - London Taxicard Scheme A method of providing subsidised door-to-door transport for people who have serious mobility impairment and difficulty in using public transport. Taxicard holders make journeys in licensed London taxis and the subsidy applies directly to each trip. To apply for a Taxicard, contact: ALG TEC Taxicard, New Zealand House, 80 Haymarket, London SW1Y 4TZ Tel: 020 7484 2929 Fax: 020 7484 2919 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.taxicard.org.uk

Liberal Judaism @ (Formerly known as the Union of Liberal & Progressive Synagogues (ULPS)) An umbrella organisation working for the advancement of Liberal Judaism. Offers information about its affiliated synagogues and congregations, youth groups, and associated organisations. The Montague Centre, 21 Maple Street, London W1T 4BE Tel: 020 7580 1663 Contact: Disability Action Group: Tel: 020 7580 1663 Fax: 020 7436 4184 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.liberaljudaism.org

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@ Maccabi The Union of Maccabi Associations runs a “Challenge” programme offering a variety of programmes, including leadership and some Israel tours for young people with disabilities. Shield House, Harmony Way, London NW4 2BZ Tel: 020 8457 2333 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.maccabigb.org

Mencap Mencap is the UK leading learning disability charity working with people with a learning disability, their families and carers. Mencap fights for equal rights, campaigns for greater opportunities and challenges attitudes and prejudice. It also provides advice and support to meet people’s needs throughout their lives. Mencap offers information and advice on a range of learning disability issues and provides support with housing, education, employment and leisure activities. Offices are based in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, with a sister organisation, Enable, based in Scotland. Head Office: 123 Golden Lane, London EC1Y 0RT Tel: 020 7454 0454 Fax: 020 7608 3254 Learning Disability Helpline: 0808 808 1111 Minicom: 0808 808 8181 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.mencap.org.uk

- 62 - @ Manchester Jewish Community Care Runs The Nicky Alliance Day Centre which provides day care to those who are visually impaired, elderly or frail, have a physical disability or early signs of dementia. Also runs a bathing and shower service, provides meals on wheels, offers social work support and advice and runs the Northern Jewish Talking Newspaper. 85 Middleton Road, Manchester, M8 4JY Tel: 0161 740 0111 Fax: 0161 721 4273 E-mail: [email protected]

@ Manchester Jewish Federation Provides a range of social care to the Jewish Community of Greater Manchester. Their Carer’s Project offers individual and group support to Carers and Local Authority Carers Breaks are administered by The Federation. 12, Holland Road, Crumpsall Manchester M8 4NP Tel: 0161 795 0024 Fax: 0161 795 3688 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.themjf.co.uk

@ Merseyside Jewish Community Care (MJCC) Provides a Visual Support Group (VSG) for people with visual impairments. Provides a social support group for young adults suffering from mental health problems. Shifrin House, 433 Smithdown Road, Liverpool, L15 3JL Tel: 0151 733 2292 Fax: 0151 734 0212 E-mail: [email protected]

- 63 - Mobilise Mobilise (formed by the merger of the Disabled Drivers‘ Motor Club and the Disabled Drivers‘ Association) is a self help organisation run for disabled people by disabled people, and concerns itself with the needs of disabled people primarily by encouraging greater independence through enhanced mobility. It provides an information service to members, concessions and route planners. National Headquarters & Registered Office, Ashwellthorpe, Norwich, NR16 1EX Tel: 0870 770 3333 Fax: 01508 488 173 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.dda.org.uk

Mobility Allowance The Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (see Financial Benefits Section page 20) may be available to people unable, or virtually unable, to walk. People who receive the higher rate of the Mobility Component of Disability Living Allowance can apply to Motability for help in hiring a new car, buying new or used cars or wheelchairs on hire purchase on preferential terms. Motability Operations City Gate House, 22 Southwark Bridge Road, London SE1 9HB Tel: 0845 456 4566 Minicom: 01279 632 273 Fax: 020 7928 1818

- 64 - Mind Offers support and advice for those with mental health difficulties. 15-19 Broadway, London E15 4BQ Mind Info Line: 0845 766 0163 Tel: 020 8519 2122 Fax: 020 8522 1725 E-mail:[email protected] Web: www.mind.org.uk

@ Movement for Reform Judaism (formerly Reform Synagogues of Great Britain) The Movement for Reform Judaism co-ordinates and represents the reform synagogues of Britain. Based at the Sternberg Centre for Judaism, it offers links to its constituent synagogues, its associated communities, assembly of rabbis, rabbinical court, associated schools, youth groups and the Reform Foundation Trust. The Sternberg Centre, 80 East End Road, London N3 2SY Tel: 020 8349 5700 Fax: 020 8349 5699 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.reformjudaism.org.uk

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National Health Services (NHS) If you need health information or advice at any time of the day or night, call NHS Direct on 0845 4647. Web: www.nhs.uk

- 65 - National Institute for Adult Continuing Education (NIACE) The National Institute of Adult Continuing Education is a non- governmental organisation working for more and different adult learners. It aims to increase the numbers of adults engaged in formal and informal learning, and takes positive action to improve opportunities and widen access to learning opportunities for those communities under-represented in current provision. Renaissance House, 20 Princes Road West, Leicester LE1 6TP Tel: 0116 204 4200/01 Fax: 0116 285 4514 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.niace.org.uk Minicom: 0116 255 6049

National Bureau for Students with Disabilities (Skill) Skill is a national charity promoting opportunities for young people and adults with any kind of disability in post-16 education, training and employment across the UK. Chapter House, 18-20 Crucifix Lane, London SE1 3JW Helpine: 0800 328 5050 Helpline Minicom: 0800 068 2422 Tel/Minicom Head Office: 020 7450 0620 Fax: 020 7450 0650 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.skill.org.uk

- 66 - @ Norwood Norwood is Anglo-Jewry’s leading children and family services organisation, supporting children, families and adults with learning disabilities or coping with social disadvantage. Formed in 1795, Norwood provides over 120 specialist support services to the most vulnerable members of our community, delivered by 1200 staff, supported by 800 volunteers. Our Learning Disability Services offer adults with learning disabilities support to live as independently as possible. We offer a range of residential care and supported housing services, complemented by day and leisure opportunities based on individual need and interest. Norwood directly employs people with learning disabilities, offers work experience and also aims to help people to find employment in the local community. The service is set within a Jewish cultural context. Registered Accommodation Norwood offers 24-hour support to over 200 adults with a range of learning disabilities in 40 homes throughout North East and North West London and at Ravenswood Village in Berkshire. Norwood provides services in line with Government policy, accepted good practice and the requirements of the Commission for Social Care Inspection. This enables residents to live as independent a life as possible through individualised support, community based activities, and greater involvement for residents in their local communities. Supported Accommodation Norwood has supported accommodation for around 40 people with learning disabilities in nine houses, mostly in North West and North East London. These provide housing with peripatetic support, designed to enable tenants to live independently in their communities, within a Jewish context. This includes shared houses with up to six tenants, or self-contained flats. A team of dedicated support staff work with tenants individually to develop their independent living skills and facilitate training and work opportunities in the community. Key workers are assigned to individuals and work with them, giving practical assistance in areas such as shopping, budgeting, risk assessment and social and emotional development. Norwood Social Workers and Volunteers support our residents and tenants. For further information about our Learning Disability Services, contact: David Harris, Director of Operational Services at Norwood on Tel: 020 8954 4555 or E-mail: [email protected]

- 67 - @ Norwood Independent Living Skills operates out of Norwood’s catering establishments and the Day Opportunities Programme aims to improve independent skills. The Community Café project is based at the Kennedy Leigh Centre in Hendon. Norwood Residential Homes care for adults with learning disabilities. There are 15 homes across the north east and north west of London covering areas such as Redbridge, Hendon, Barnet, Harrow and Stanmore. Norwood’s Reachout service assists their supported housing tenants to achieve maximum independence and works also with people living in their own homes within the community who require extra support to live independently. Norwood - Unity Scheme provides recreational services for children with disabilites up to the age of 18, such as weekly clubs, school holiday schemes and residential holidays. These are run at Kennedy Leigh Centre. Norwood Independent Living Skills, Broadway House, 80-82 The Broadway, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4HB Tel: 020 8954 4555 Fax: 020 8420 6800 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.norwood.org.uk Kennedy Leigh Family & Community Centre, Edgeworth Close, Hendon, London NW4 4HJ Tel: 020 8457 4745 Fax: 020 8203 8233 The Leonard Sainer Children and Family Centre, King Solomon High School Forest Road, Barkingside, Essex IG6 3HB Tel: 020 8559 6200 Hackney Family and Community Centre 85A Lordship Road, London N16 0QY Tel: 020 8800 2777

- 68 - National Autistic Society Provides a wide range of residential and day services in urban and rural settings offering flexible, specialised support to meet individual needs of adults on the autistic spectrum. 393 City Road, London EC1V ING Autism Helpline 0845 070 4004 Tel: 020 7833 2299 Fax: 020 7833 9666 E-mail: [email protected] E-mail:[email protected] Web: www.nas.org.uk

National Housing Federation The Federation represents 1,400 independent, not-for-profit housing associations in England and is the voice of affordable housing. Its members provide over 2 million homes for 5 million people. Lion Court, 25 Procter Street, London WC1V 6NY Tel: 020 7067 1010 Fax: 020 7067 1011 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.housing.org.uk

@ Newark Care, Scotland Provides residential and hospital care within a Jewish environment for those who have reached retiring age and who are no longer able to continue in their own homes. 32 Burnfield Road, Giffnock, Glasgow G46 7PZ Tel: 0141 621 2560 Fax: 0141 621 2569 E-mail: [email protected]

- 69 - National Centre for Independent Living (NCIL) National Centre for Independent Living is the national organisation providing information, training, expertise and policy development on all aspects of direct payments and independent living. Its aim is to enable disabled people to have self determination, choice and control, equal access to economic, social and cultural life. NCIL promotes independent living by ensuring that the options of independent living and direct payments are available to all who want them. 4th Floor Hampton House, 20 Albert Embankment, London SE1 7TJ Tel: 020 7587 1663 Fax: 020 7582 2469 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ncil.org.uk Text: 020 7587 1177

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Oxford & Cambridge Examination Board The Board develops and provides a range of qualifications that recognises the achievements of learners. In IT the Board offers examinations at differing levels. 1 Regent Street, Cambridge CB2 1GG Tel: 01223 552552 Fax: 01223 552553 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ocr.org.uk

- 70 - @ Outreach Community and Residential Services Aim to promote the participation and integration of adults with learning difficulties into the Jewish and wider community. Services include an integrated leisure programme, a range of weekly social activities, residential support and an annual holiday. 3 Middleton Road, Crumpsall, Manchester M8 6DT Tel: 0161 740 3456 Fax: 0161 740 5678 Web: www.outreach/manchester.com

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Physically-Handicapped-Able-Bodied (PHAB) PHAB is a national charity dedicated to promoting and encouraging the coming together, on equal terms, of disabled and non-disabled people to achieve an integrated and inclusive society. PHAB organises a network of social clubs across Britain, each of which runs its own activities, such as discos, barbecues and arts and crafts. It also organises residential activity holidays during summer breaks for youngsters who are aged 11-16. PHAB England, Summit House, 50 Wandle Road, Croydon, Surrey CR0 1DF Tel: 020 8667 9443 Fax: 020 8681 1399 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.phabengland.org.uk

- 71 - Primary Care Trust For all health needs. If you need health information or advice at any time of the day or night, call: NHS Direct on: 0845 4647 Web: www.nhs.uk

Public Guardianship Office (PGO) The Public Guardianship Office is the administrative arm of the Court of Protection and part of the Department for Constitutional Affairs. The PGO is responsible for providing services which promote the financial and social well being of people with mental incapacity. The incapacity may be related to an illness suffered by some older people (e.g. dementia), or the result of an accident or negligence (brain injury) or of mental illness (schizophrenia). Some people with learning difficulties may also be clients of the PGO. The office supports the families and advises the persons who are incapable, often after someone has applied to the Court of Protection to manage the incapacitated person’s financial affairs. When the Court has considered the application, it may appoint a Receiver, to manage the person’s affairs. The PGO assists and supports Receivers in completing their duties thus ensuring the best interests of the person with mental incapacity. At times, the PGO may act as a Receiver. Archway Tower, 2 Junction Road, London, N19 5SZ Tel: 0845 3302900 Fax: 0870 739 5780 (UK only) Fax: +44 207 151 7531 (Outside UK) E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.guardianship.gov.uk

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@ Redbridge Jewish Day Centre A partnership between Jewish Care and Redbridge Jewish Youth and Community Centre. It aims to provide a structured care programme intended to combat social isolation, encourage and develop physical, creative and social abilities and provide mental stimulation in a Jewish environment, both for the elderly and for younger people with disabilities. Provides a wide range of social and group activities, including outings and holidays. Primarily services the London Borough of Redbridge, as well as Waltham Forest, Havering, Newham, Barking and Dagenham, and surrounding districts of Essex. Sinclair House, Woodford Bridge Road, Ilford, Essex IG4 5LN Tel: 020 8551 0017 Fax: 020 8551 9027

Rethink Rethink provides a range of services for carers of people with a severe mental illness. These include staffed carers’ support services, carers’ education and support programme, local helplines, national advice service, respite services, publications and mutual support groups. General enquiries Tel: 0845 456 0455 E-mail: [email protected] National advice line Tel: 020 8974 6814 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.rethink.org

- 73 - Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation (RADAR) The Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation is a national organisation run by and working for disabled people, working to represent the needs, views and wishes of over 8.6 million disabled people. RADAR aims to remove barriers - the architectural, environmental, economic and social barriers - that restrict disabled people’s daily lives. To achieve this aim RADAR campaigns to influence policies, regulations and legislation which have or will have any impact on disabled people, and seeks to change negative and discriminatory attitudes to disability. RADAR informs, advises and supports all people with disabilities on a variety of issues. 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London EC1V 8AF Tel: 020 7250 3222 Minicom: 020 7 250 4119 Fax: 020 7250 0212 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.radar.org.uk

@ Rishon - Multiple Sclerosis Aid Group Looks after the interests and welfare of Jewish sufferers of MS and raises funds for research into the condition. Services include social and cultural activities, outings, and annual holidays for members and their families. 8 Garatts Road, Bushey Heath, Hertfordshire, WD23 4LA Tel / Fax: 020 8950 9212

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@ Spanish & Portuguese Jews Congregation An umbrella organisation for the Spanish and Portuguese communities. Offers information and links to its affiliated synagogues, its burial society, welfare board, Sephardi Kashruth authority, communal centre, the Montefiore Mausoleum and Edinburgh House hospital. 2 Ashworth Road, London W9 1JY Tel: 020 7289 2573 Contact: Rabbi Israel Elia Tel: 020 7289 2573 Fax: 020 7289 2709 Web: www.sandp.org

Special Connection Special Connection is a registered charity for young people with severe learning difficulties. Its aim is to break down barriers that exist between special needs youngsters and those in mainstream education and to improve long-term prospects for people with special needs, as they move through their teenage years towards adulthood. It runs two-day integrated drama workshops for youngsters from special schools and mainstream schools. Shorter workshops are also run for young people with profound and multiple learning difficulties, working one-to-one with their mainstream counterparts. The charity is active in twelve local boroughs across London and Hertfordshire. 29 St Ursula Grove, Pinner, Middlesex, HA5 1LN Tel: 020 8866 5449 / 020 8950 7989

- 75 - Scope A campaigning and information-providing organisation which focuses on people with Cerebral Palsy. Scope’s aim is that disabled people achieve equality: a society in which they are as valued and benefit from the same human and civil rights as everyone else. Website provides details of organisations involved in recreational and leisure facilities for people with Cerebral Palsy. 6 Market Road, London, N7 9PW General Switchboard Tel: 020 7619 7100 Cerebral Palsy helpline: 0808 800 3333 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.scope.org.uk

Spinal Injuries Association (SIA) A national organisation that offers advice and support for people with spinal cord injuries. The SIA offers a helpline and legal advice service, various peer support schemes, a youth service, and Self- Management Courses. Sia House, 2 Trueman Place, Old Brook, Milton Keynes, MK6 2HH Helpline: 0800 980 0501 Tel: 0845 678 6633 Fax: 0845 070 6911 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.spinal.co.uk

@ Sussex Tikvah Provides a home for Jewish adults with moderate learning disabilities. 25 Chatsworth Road, Brighton, East Sussex BN1 5DB Tel: 01273 564 021 E-mail: [email protected] Web: jewishsussex.com/activities/tikvah

- 76 - TT @ The Hope Centre This is a non-denominational educational charity for children and young people with special needs up to the age of 19 years which is dedicated to the development and enhancement of learning potential. It uses methods developed by Professor Reuven Feuerstein. 228 Walm Lane, London NW2 3BS Tel: 020 8450 1121 Fax: 020 8438 2933 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.hope-centre.org.uk

The New Learning Centre The Centre has developed the Calmer, Easier, Happier Parenting and Teaching programme. It teaches methods to parents and professionals to help living and dealing with children and teenagers and deals with the specific area of disabilities. 211 Sumatra Road, London NW6 1PF Tel: 020 7794 0321 Fax: 020 7431 8600 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.tnlc.info

- 77 - @ The Larches Trust The Larches Trust is a registered charity providing care and opportunities for adults over 19 years of age who have a learning disability. The Larches Trust aims to provide an exciting, meaningful and stimulating Day Opportunities Programme including independent living skills and to develop and run a vibrant, Leisure and Recreation Programme where each person is encouraged to experience friendship, being part of the community and a fulfilling social life. Larches House, 1 Rectory Lane, Edgware, Middlesex HA8 7LF Tel: 020 8905 6333 Fax: 020 8951 4111 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.larchestrust.org.uk

The Association of National Specialist Colleges (NATSPEC) Aims to offer the widest choice of innovative, high quality, cost- effective education, training and support to match the inclusive learning needs of young people with learning difficulties and disabilities as they prepare for the next stage of their lives. Website offers a list of NATSPEC affiliated colleges. Kevin O’Brien, Chief Executive, 39 Sanders Road, Quorn, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE12 8JN Tel: 01509 554 357 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.natspec.org.uk

- 78 - The Disability Foundation (in association with ASPIRE) Offers treatments and therapies (including massages, reflexology and acupuncture) for disabled people at an emotional, spiritual and physical level, as well as dealing with queries about holidays and related matters via their specialist disability information database. The Foundation seeks to enhance the lives of disabled people, their families and their carers, by supporting them in their wish to make their own choices and to live a dignified and independent lifestyle. Appointments can be made for treatment at the Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore. Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital , Brockley Hill, Stanmore Middlesex HA7 4LP Tel: 020 8954 7373 Minicom: 020 8954 7413 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.the-disability-foundation.org.uk

@ The League of Jewish Women This is a national voluntary service organisation with local groups in many areas. It provides support wherever it is needed and many of the services are available to people with disabilities. This can be long-term help in Day Centres or residential homes, or one-off assistance with transport or hospital visiting. 6 Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2LP Tel: 020 7242 8300 Fax: 020 7242 8313 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.theljw.org

- 79 - The Law Society The Law Society is the regulatory and representative body for 116,000 solicitors in England and Wales. The society can help you find a solicitor and advise on how to make a complaint about solicitors. It also offers advice on becoming a solicitor. It does not provide legal advice. The Correspondence Team, The Law Society, Ipsley Court, Berrington Close, Redditch, Worcestershire, B98 0TD Tel: 01527 504 433 Minicom: 0870 600 1562 Web: www.lawsociety.org.uk

The Pension Service The Pension Service is part of the Department for Work and Pensions. It helps in working out the amount of State Pension and Pension Credit that you are entitled to, provides a face to face consultation service, pays your entitlements to you and gives information about how you can access other pension-related entitlements and services. Tel: Application line 0800 991234

- 80 - The Open University This provides academic courses which lead to a degree or diploma. Many short courses are offered. All study is home-based with a few short residential courses. Grants are available for extra costs due to disability. Students can apply for Disabled Student Allowance. Disabilities catered for include dyslexia and mental or physical health conditions requiring support which incurs extra financial cost. Special support is available for those with impaired sight, impaired hearing, restricted mobility and impaired speech. Walton Hall, P.O. Box 724, Milton Keynes MK7 6ZS Tel: 01908 653 231 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.open.ac.uk/learners-guide/disability

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@ United Synagogue The United Synagogue serves and represents its affiliated communities and organisations. These include its synagogues, the Court of the Chief Rabbi, the Beth Din and Burial societies. The Community Development department includes US Cares, the US Volunteer Project, Jewish Singles and Lunch’n’Learn programme, The Visitation Committee and The Passover Flour Committee. Adler House, 735 High Road, London N12 0US Tel: 020 8343 8989 Fax: 020 8343 6262 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.unitedsynagogue.org.uk

- 81 - @ UK Association for Jewish Lawyers and Jurists The Association provides information and links to Jewish lawyers and offers legal advice. 27 Hazel Gardens, Edgware, Middx, HA8 8PD Tel: 020 8958 6110 Fax: 020 8905 4406 E-mail: [email protected]

@ Union of Orthodox Hebrew Congregations The Union was established to protect traditional Judaism. The constituents consist of synagogues, the Kadassia Kashrus Committee, the Central Mikvoth Board, and the Adath Yisroel Burial Society. 140 Stamford Hill, London N16 6QT Tel: 020 8802 6226 Fax: 020 8809 2610

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Values Into Action (VIA) Values Into Action is a UK-wide campaigning organisation which works to promote the rights of people with learning difficulties to become citizens with full access to the opportunities of ordinary community life; and to promote the development of policies, services and public attitudes which will achieve that aim. Oxford House, Derbyshire Street, London E2 6HG Tel: 020 7729 5436 Fax: 020 7729 7797 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.viauk.org

- 82 - Vitalise (Formerly known as Winged Fellowship Trust) Vitalise is a national disability charity providing breaks for disabled adults, children and their carers at five accessible UK Centres in Cornwall, Nottingham, Southport, Essex and Southampton. 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London EC1V 8AF Tel: 0845 345 1972 Fax: 0845 345 1978 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.vitalise.org.uk

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Working Links Specialises in offering support and guidance for long term unemployed people with disabilities. Head Office: Garden House, 2nd Floor, 57-59 Longacre, Covent Garden, London WC2E 9JL Tel: 020 7010 7830 Fax: 020 7010 7832 Web: www.workinglinks.co.uk

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@ Yad Voezer Offers encouragement and opportunities to Orthodox children and adults with disabilites, giving them a sense of identity and purpose. Seeks to promote employment opportunities for Jewish people with learning difficulties. Offers supported housing services for men and women within a Jewish atmosphere. Runs a Day Centre for children aged under 12 on Sundays, and daily during school holidays (transport provided), as well as Workshop Clubs for teenagers and adults, providing social and educational activities, outings and sports. 90 Queen Elizabeth’s Walk, London N16 5UQ Tel: 020 8809 4303 Fax: 020 8809 5420 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.ldb.co.uk/yadvoezer

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Norwood is Anglo-Jewry’s largest children and family services organisation, supporting children, families and adults with learning disabilities or coping with social difficulties. At Norwood we believe that every individual has the right to determine and achieve their goals in life.

You can support Norwood in many ways: • make a one-off donation • set up a standing order • join one of our major donors programmes • sign up for a sponsored sporting Challenge • join us at one of our community or professional events • ask your family and friends to donate to Norwood in lieu of a birthday or anniversary gift • leave a legacy • become a Norwood volunteer

Many of our vital services receive no state funding. If Norwood were not here to provide them, no-one else would. However you choose to help Norwood, the people we support will be eternally grateful. To make a donation, or for more information, please contact The Fundraising Department on 020 8954 4555, or go to www.norwood.org.uk.

Patron Her Majesty The Queen Registered Charity Number 1059050