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Datagold
Datagold is a search engine dedicated to sites related to Alzheimers disease. It contains an index of over 3,000 pages.

Deafblind UK
The aim of this organisation is to facilitate people with a dual sensory impairment. They teach and encourage the use of touch based communication systems and aim to raise awareness of deaf blindness in the caring professions and amongst the general public. They also aim to ensure that the needs of deafblind people are appropriately met in health and community care planning. Activities include linking up deafblind people through magazines and newspapers in touch based media. They can also provide touch based telecommunication systems, (example, Hasicom). Costing of various services can be provided on application.

Deafmail
Social club for people who are deaf or who have a hearing impairment.

Department of the Environment, Transport Regions Mobility & Inclusion Unit
The Mobility Unit provides general information on public transport policy as it affects people with disabilities. It provides information and advice to local authorities, transport operators, disability organisations and the general public. Publishes codes of practice including the Safety of Wheelchair Users on Minibuses and the Use of Class 3 Vehicles. Lists of units publications available on request. It has produced 7 training videos; including one on disability awareness for taxi drivers and another on transporting children to special schools. Both are available on a free loan.

Depression Alliance
Provides information, support and understanding for people affected by depression. We also campaign to raise awareness of depression as a treatable condition and to reduce the stigma associated with it. Co-ordinates a national network of self-help groups. Produces a unique range of free publications which offer practical advice on depression and related topics. Other services now available to members include: confidential correspondence service; pen-friend service; self-management programmes and workshops throughout the UK. Depression Alliance is working towards to providing their information in a variety of different formats and languages by the end of 2001.

Dermatomyositis and Polymyositis Support Group
To promote the relief of dermatomyositis, polymyositis and inclusion body myositis sufferers. Encourage research for a cure and better treatment. To relieve isolation felt when diagnosed and give support and up-to-date information to sufferers and their families. Currently funding research projects at King's College Hospital, London.

Dial UK (Disablement Information And Advice Lines)
DIAL UK is the national organisation for the DIAL network - 140 disability advice centres run by and for people with disabilities. DIALs give free, independent advice on all aspects of disability over the telephone and in drop-in centres; many can arrange to visit less mobile clients in their own homes. As the national organisation for the Network, DIAL UK promotes the interests and usage of disability advice centres controlled by disabled people and provides information and support services to DIALs and to other disability information providers. Produces monthly factsheets with information on organisations, publications and topics covered in parliament related to older people and people with disabilities.

DIEL - Advisory Committee on Telecommunications for Disabled and Elderly People
DIEL aims to promote the needs of disabled and elderly telephone users and to provide an independent bridge between them and the telecommunications industry. It produces occasional reports or public information booklets and an annual report. These include: a DIEL Information Pack; notes on the use of text terminals; results from a study into the telephone needs of disabled and elderly people and telephone access for people in care. Do not take enquiries from the general public.

Different Strokes
Different Strokes is a national charity run by young stroke survivors for young stroke survivors, for the purposes of active self-help and mutual support.This is an information and advice service, providing practical information packs, access to counselling, information about benefits and rights and also aims to provide access to gyms, physiotherapy, exercise and swimmng sessions. A Helpline is also in place and is staffed by people who have experienced a stroke.

Digestive Disorders Foundation
Fund-raising for research to develop new methods for the prevention and treatment of all forms of gastro-intestinal disease. Provide general information on digestive disorders to the public in the form of leaflets. Send an SAE with request to PO Box 251, Edgware, Middlesex HA8 6HG. They are able to give advice about faecal incontinence.

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Disability Access Rights Advice Service
Aims to provide, to organisations, advice services with expert advice on the new rights of access to goods, facilites, services and premises contained in the Disability Discrimination Act 1995. These rights came into force 2nd December 1996. This service is provided by the Deloitte and Touche management solutions under contract from the DfEE. Its activites include: Telephone advice (which can also be accessed by textphone, fax or E-mail. Training courses for advisers. A detailed reference pack. A concilation service for the settlement of disputes. A newsletter with updates on legislation and caselaw.

Disability Action Centre Flintshire Canolfan Gweithredu Anabledd
Information, Advice and Resources for People with disabilities in Flintshire, North Wales.

Disability Alliance Educational and Research Association
A national charity providing advice and information on social security benefits for disabled people. They publish the Disability Rights Handbook annually each May. N.B. HELPLINE ONLY OPEN ON MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS BETWEEN 2.00 AND 4.00 PM.

Disability Awareness in Action

Disability Direct
Voluntary organisation operating in the Derby City area, providing free advice on disability issues. Topics covered include access, disability benefits, education, employment, housing and independent living, holidays, leisure opportunities, transport etc. Also offer a confidential counselling service and run disability equality training. Free membership with bi-monthly newsletter. Open Monday - Friday, 10am - 4pm; Saturday 10am - 2pm. Part of the Disability Information and Advice Line (DIAL) network.

Disability Equipment Register
The Disability Equipment Register is a nationwide service for disabled people, or members of their family, to buy or sell or exchange items of used disability equipment on a direct one-to-one basis. Subscribers to the service receive free advertising in the national monthly magazine. Their short web page address is as follows: www.disabreg.dial.pipex.com

Disability Information Trust
Assess and test disability equipment available at present and publish reports on the findings in reference books known as "Equipment for Disabled People" (there are 13 such reference books available).

Disability Now
Monthly newspaper with articles and features on issues related to disability. Other information includes holidays, motoring, sport, exhibitions/events, product features and art reviews.

Disability On the Agenda - Disability Discrimination Act Helpline
The DDA Helpline was set up to coincide witht the legislation coming into force in December 1996. A number of booklets and fact sheets containing information on the DDA for employers, service providers, disabled people and other members of the public are also available (printed in various formats including Braille, audio cassette and video cassette). A general overview of the Act has also been published in a format more easily understood by people with learning disabilities. The helpline can also signpost callers to organisation that can give specialist advice and help and it provides good practice advice in employment issues.

Disability Pregnancy and Parenthood International
DPPi is a small organisation which promotes the networking of information and experience relating to pregnancy and parenthood for people with disabilities through a quarterly international journal and its UK based information service.

Disability Rights Commission
Aims to work towrds the elimination of discrimination against disabled people and to promote equalisation of opportunites for disabled people. AIms to encourage good practice. Provides a central source of information and advice, particulalry to disabled people, business, service providers and employees. Prepares and reviews statutory codes of practice. Make arrangements for concillation in the field of access to goods, facilites, services and premises. Undertakes formal investigations and carry out research. Advices the Government on the opperation of the Disability Discrimination Act 1995 and whther changes need to be made to it.

Disability Rights Task Force
A body chared by the Equal Opportunities Minister composed of representatives from disability organisations, business, local government and trade unions. Aims to ensure that disabled people play a full part in modern Britain and tackle the discrimination they face in every day life. To look at what further rights disabled people may need. To consider how best to secure comprehensive, enforcable civil rights for disabled people. To make recommendations on the role and functions of a Disability Rights commission. To take full account of all the costs as well as the benefits of any proposals.

Disability Scotland
The national umbrella organisation on disability issues. Through campaigning and information programmes it seeks to improve services and opportunities to promote the well-being of people with disabilities.

Disability Sport England
Disability Sport England aims to develop, support and encourage sporting opportunities for people with disabilities. It runs national championships in a wide range of sports. There are ten regions around the country which offer a range of services including: coaching sessions to schools and clubs; advice on access to facilities and programmmes; regional events mirroring the national competitions and assistance with policy guidelines to national governing bodies and local authorities.

Disability View Magazine
Disability View is a magazine including details on holidays, motoring, sports, product features and art reviews. Articles on issues related to disability.

DisabilityNet
Disability Net is run by a UK national voluntary organisation called Muscle Power. Muscle Power is an organisation of people with a Neuromuscular Impairment (NMI).

Disabilitynet.co.uk Limited
Web site with information related to disability including news and sport, a penpals service, shopping centre, discussion groups, for sale/wanted, job centre plus over 100 organisations. Forum pages for visitor contributions, chatrooms, advertising for goods and services. Website creation service for disabled and voluntary organisations and small businesses.

Disabled Drivers Association
This organisation provides information and advice on driving, driving assessment, vehicle adaptations, car insurance and mobility problems for members and non-members. It has a specially adapted hotel, 'Ashwellthorpe Hall' in Norfolk which is accessible to wheelchair users (DDA members receive a 10% discount). Ferry concessions are available for driver members with lower limb disability. A magazine called Magic Carpet is published quarterly and a selection of advice leaflets are available. Local groups throughout the UK meet to address local issues, e.g. access, pedestrianisation and to provide social meeting points. Membership is available singly or jointly if 2 members live at the same address. o10 for individuals and o14 for joint. Produce a quarterly magazine 'The Magic Carpet' where advertisements for second hand equipment may be placed'.

Disabled Drivers Motor Club
The DDMC is a registered charity which aims to promote and protect the interests and welfare of disabled people and helps and encourages them to achieve increased mobility. Information on all aspects of mobility is available directly from the office or via an annual handbook or bi-monthly journal 'Disabled Motorist'. Various benefits are available to members including 15% off most types of RAC membership; 10% off parking at major BCP and APH airport car parks; o400 manufacturers discount (additional to discount negotiated with dealer) off most Renault vehicles not bought through Motability; special insurance scheme; legal advice scheme; various concessions on ferry travel. Disabled people join as full members while non disabled people are welcome to join as associate members. However associate members may not qualify for all the benefits offered to full members. Annual subscription rates for full and associate members are as follows: o10pa (single), o15pa (joint) Life membership is available for 21 times the annual subscription. Also available: Group membership (for organisations) o50pa. Corporate membership (for companies) o50pa. Office hours: Mon - Fri 8.30am-5.30pm.

Disabled enabled
Disabled - Enabled's aim is to provide you with first hand information, reviews and experiences of anything that you and others anywhere may wish to utilise or take part in. Be it a holiday in Spain, a shopping trip, a set of taps for your kitchen sink or joining a disability organisation or group, Disabled - Enabled want to provide you with all the Pro's, Cons, Hints, Tips and information that will enable you to plan and enjoy your experiences or avoid them when and where you won't be catered for.

Disabled Living Centre - Bristol
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centre - Eastbourne
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centre - Exeter
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centre - Leeds
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centre - London
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centre - Manchester
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given Additionally Manchester offers a wide variety of training courses and open days;a clothing alteration service;a sensurround room;holidays and outings;.We also house the Promocon 2001 National Exhibition of Continence Products as part of the dpeartment of Health funded promocon project led by disabled living.

Disabled Living Centre - Newcastle Upon Tyne
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given. Also advise on employment, housing, leisure, relationships, sport and transport. Also provide advocacy services in crisis advocacy and proffessional advocacy. Provide and access consultancy, advice and assesment and campaign on disability issues.

Disabled Living Centre - Oxford
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centre - Semington
There are 40 Disabled Living Centres in the UK. Their role is to offer solutions to practical difficulties in daily living to disabled people, their carers and people who work with or for them on a professional basis. They provide unbiased, expert advice and information about equipment, how much it costs, and where to get it. They also offer the opportunity to try out a wide range of products. Advice and information about other issues related to daily living can also be given.

Disabled Living Centres Council
The DLCC is the national voice for Disabled Living Centres around the UK. Through its network of local centres, it aims to ensure that disabled people gain improved access, either directly or indirectly, to accurate, reliable and impartial information and advice about the products designed to help with daily living.

Disabled Living Foundation
The aim of the Disabled Living Foundation is to make everyday life easier for disabled people, older people and carers, by giving expert and impartial advice about equipment for daily living. The National Helpline is open to the general public Mon-Fri 10am-4pm. Enquiries can also be answered by letter. There is an equipment centre displaying a large range of equipment for people to try out. Also available is a wide range of publications, factsheets and advice notes related to choosing and using equipment.

Downs Syndrome Association
Provides help, information and advice on all aspects of the condition. Network of parent-led branches and groups throughout England, Wales and N.Ireland.

Drake Music Project
Aims to enable musicians with disabilities to make music through technology. The organisation runs music workshops, training, and researhces into software. Produces a newsletter 3 times a year.

DRUGSCOPE
On 1st April 2000 DRUGSCOPE was created through the merger of the U.K's foremost drug information and policy organisations:the Institute fot the Study of Drug Dependence(ISSD) and the Standing Conference on DRug Abuse(SCODA) Drugscope is one of the U.K.'s leading centre's of expertise on drugs.Our aim is to inform policy development and reduce drug related risk.we provide quality drug information,promote effective responses to drug taking,undertake research at local,national and international levels,advise on policy making ,encourage informed debate and speak for our member bodies working on the ground.

Dyslexia 2000 Ntwork - Adult Dyslexia Organisation
To advise, support and empower dyslexic adults, taking account of the special abilities and disabilities associated with dyslexia. To riase awareness of dyslexia in the words of work, education, caring professions and public quthorities. Provide a helpline, operated principally by adults with dyslexica. Provide assessments to approved psychologists r appropriately trained teachers. Other services include tutition by qualified tutors, counselling services, discussion and support groups, research projects, conferences, seminars and training evernts. Support and assistance is given to people encountering discrimination and in obtaining disability rights. ebership o20 for organisations and institutions, o10 individuals, o5 unwaged. Produce a range of publications

Dyslexia Institute Ltd
The Dyslexia Institute has 23 Centres around the UK, where they assess, tutor and carry out teacher training. There is a national network of Dyslexia Institutes which can help with; Advice and Councelling; Educational Psychologists assessments; Specialist teaching for all ages; Kingston University validated Post-graduate Diploma Teacher Training Courses; Talks by experienced staff;

Dyspraxia Foundation
The Trust is a group of parents and professionals involved with the diagnosis, treatment and education of those suffering from Dyspraxia. Advice and information on Dyspraxia and help available. Support for those diagnosed with Dyspraxia and their families through a network of local groups. Midline - a newsletter circulated three times a year giving up to date information and help that is available to members. Professional conferences, parent conferences and family fun days are held annually. A vital link between all the professional bodies involved with Dyspraxia.

Dystrophic Epidermolysis Bullosa Research Association
DEBRA is the national voluntary organisation of and for people whose lives are affected by Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). Services include advice and assistance from specialist health care staff, information, peer group support, advocacy, funding of medical research and campaigning.