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President opens new LAPWD centre.
The Leitrim Association of People with Disabilities were honoured by the visit of the President of Ireland Mary McAleese and her husband Dr.Martin McAleese, to open the new purpose built and fully accessible centre in Mohill on Friday May 9th last. Photos from the event can now be viewed here >>
Leitrim County Council Disability Implementation Plan.
Mr. Tom Murphy, Chairperson of LAPWD attended a meeting the consultative group of Leitrim Co. Council in Áras an Chondae re the initial draft of the Disability Implementation Plan and its effects on people with disability within the county. The chairperson of LAPWD and Manager, Rosaleen Kielty made a joint presentation with IWA representatives Jim Raftery and Daniella Hock on issues Social Inclusion to the committee on Social Inclusion of the Leitrim County Development Board on Nov 6th 07.
Attention People with Visual Impairment.
Leitrim County Libraries have now available in their Branch libraries
special equipment to assist people with visual impairments.
The new facilities which have been brought into Leitrim County Library are
specifically designed to assist people when reading or when using the
computer. The facilities, which include equipment and software, are currently
available in five of Leitrim County Library's branch libraries, in
Carrick-on-Shannon, Manorhamilton, Ballinamore, Drumshanbo and Mohill will be
of assistance to people of every age and of any level of eyesight. The
equipment is available for public use, free of charge, at any of the
aforementioned libraries.
Full brochure available by clicking HERE
Procedure to follow when applying for a European
Disabled Drivers Parking Card.
The telephone No is 094 9364266
- Apply in writing outlining details of your disability and how it
affects your walking etc. If you use any walking aids/wheelchair include
this information. If you are applying on behalf of someone, please ensure
to submit their details as the card is allocated to an individual not a
vehicle.
- Date of birth.
- A stamped addressed envelope with your name and address for returning
information.
- Post this to the Medical Director, Parking Card, DDAI, Ballindine,
Claremorris, Co.Mayo.
- In return you will receive a form to be completed and signed by your
medical advisor.
- If you need any further information please contact info@lapwd.com .telephone 0719631845/0719632944
Information Technology Training.
National Learning Network is providing training in Information
Technology by distance learning allowing you study computer applications at
home. This initiative is supported by FAS and statutory Benefits are retained,
Training allowance is paid and computer and course materials provided.
For further information please contact
info@lapwd.com or National Learning Network, Bridge St, Sligo. 071
9145391
Car Rental Service.
Motability Ireland Ltd based in Ashbourne, Co Meath are proud to
announce a Car Rental Service with Hand controls Insurance and AA cover
provided. This service may be of interest to members, families or visitors to
the country. Further information please visit the website at
www.motabilityireland.com or
telephone 01-8359173
New Board of Directors.
See our Organisation
Structure for new list of Board of directors
Free Travel Passes for the Disabled.
The minister for Social Affairs, Mr. Seamus Brennan has announced that all restrictions on travel on public transport services at
morning and evening peak-times for holders of Free Travel Passes which have been in existence for almost 40 years have been lifted.
This will allow older people and especially people with Disabilities travel at all times convenient for them.
Parking cards for Disabled Parking Spaces.
If you have a disability and wish to receive a parking card for use in disabled parking spaces, contact the below address stating your
disability and enclosing a stamped addressed envelope. Disabled Driver's Association, Ballindine, Co.Mayo. Tel: 094 9364266
Transport Costs-car adaptations..
You may be entitled to a grant to help to buy or adapt a car for a person with a severe disability who needs it for work.
In exceptional circumstances, it may be payable if you live in a remote area and your child is unable to use public transport
because
of the disability. To get further information on the criteria for the supports above contact the Health Service Executive.
Personal Assistants Required.
LAPWD is currently looking to recruit people on an hourly basis to work
as personal assistants with a person with a disability in the Carrick-on
Shannon, Keshcarrigan and Drumcong areas.
If you are interested please contact by e-mail
lapwd04 @eircom.net or telephone
0719631845/9632944
Sponsorship
- LAPWD fund-raising sub-committee are undertaking a very successful fundraising campaign in conjunction with the development of the new action Ability centre which will open in Jan 08. Contributors to this fundraising will have their name inscribed on a plaque which will hang in a prominent position in the centre.
- A special thanks to Drumloughan school re-union committee for their contribution to Leitrim Association of People with Disabilities. Mr. Peter McHugh and Mr. Andy McGovern accepted the cheque at an event in Cloone.
- The Aughavas women and their friends led by Ms. Martina Williams participated in the Dublin Women’s Mini Marathon and the funds raised will be shared with LAPWD and St.Joseph’s outreach class in Drumshanbo. Special and sincere thanks to all concerned.
Summer Holidays for the Disabled
To facilitate those with special needs, Failte Ireland has developed a new scheme: the Validated Access Scheme for information on registered and approved accommodation that provides for those needs.Tel 1890 525 525.
www.ireland.ie/Accommodation/VAS.aspx.
Also of use for people interested in staying close to home is the Holidays in Britain and Ireland 2006 guidebook produced by UK disability network Radar:
www.radar.org.uk.
Accessible Holidays: John Geraty, 9 Shelton Grove, Kimmage Road West, Dublin 12. Tel: 01 455 5675. Email: jpgeraty@eircom.net.
Sirens Resort, Greece www.disableds-resort.gr. Tel:+30 27410 91161. Email Clio Psaraki, owner, at: cpsaraki@otenet.gr
WILL/WAVES Group
In co-operation with Leitrim County Development board, the WILL/WAVES
Partnership has been established. This is a group of women with Disabilities
the (WILL) group in Leitrim and the (WAVES) group from Fermanagh who are
currently meeting regularly and working together on a project. The details of
this project will be publicised further at a later date
Membership of LAPWD
Membership is open to all people with a physical and sensory disability,
their families and carers. People representing organisations, associations
etc are also welcome to attend the AGM. All paid up members receive written
notification of the AGM. A notice is also posted in the Leitrim Observer. This is your opportunity to express
your views, meet the staff and management.
LAPWD is very anxious to increase their membership numbers and application
forms are available completed membership forms and €5 fee should be returned
to the office.
Next News Letter.
The next edition of the LAPWD newsletter is being prepared and articles,
photos or any information on disabilities will be welcome.
lapwd2@eircom.net.
Award for LAPWD
Leitrim Co. Council Cathaoirleach
Awards Scheme 2005