AbilityNet
National charity providing expertise on computing and disability. Need assessment, technical expertise, advice and support plus adapted computer equipment for people with a wide range of disabilities.
ACE Centre Advisory Trust, Oxford
Assessment, advice and training in the use of technology for young people with physical and communication difficulties. Information on assessments, software, training and publications.
Ace Centre North
Supports communication and learning through the use of Assistive Technology (AT) and Alternative & Augmentative Communication (ACC) systems. Includes training, network days and resource bank.
Adorn, Equip
Examines issues around the design of equipment and accessories used by disabled people. Online version of the touring exhibition, produced by Ju Gosling during an artist's residency at Oriel 31.
British Computer Association of the Blind
Self-help group of visually impaired computer professionals and users. Training, newsletter, courses and a CD called Guide Cats for the Blind.
Communication Matters
National voluntary organisation of members concerned with augmentative and alternative communications. Articles, journals and symposia.
COTIS (Confederation of Transcribed Information S
Promotes the provision of information in alternative formats to print. Information about the Disability Discrimination Act, their accreditation scheme, membership, and online newsletters.
Demand
Encourages the design and manufacture of equipment for disabled people and provides provides specially designed equipment.
Disability Equipment Register
Allows subscribers to buy and sell used equipment, which is advertised in their magazine and online.
EmPower
Charities consortium of users of prosthetics, orthotics, wheelchairs, electronic assistive technology and rehabilitation services. Campaigns, lobbying materials and forum.
eQuip For Life
Organisation offering free classified ads for people buying or selling used disabled equipment. Supported by the National Lottery.
Foundation for Assistive Technology
For all those with an interest or involved in the development of assistive technology. With database of research projects, AT events, user forum and news.
Integrating Community Equipment Services (ICES)
Initiative across health and social care to develop better equipment services for disabled people. Documents, forums, events and detailed articles on various equipment, needs and shortfalls in service.
Just Mobility
Used vehicle and equipment sale board and a directory of businesses supplying people with disabilities.
MERU (Medical Engineering Resource Unit)
A registered charity which makes bespoke equipment for disabled children, including computer interface equipment.
National Centre for Tactile Diagrams
Based at the University of Hertfordshire, providing tactile diagrams maps and pictures, with supporting materials, for blind and visually impaired people for education, work and leisure.
Next Generation Prosthetics - Hot Wiring
Proposal by an engineering student for a new concept in limb prosthetics.
Remap
A network of volunteer engineers and craftsmen who make free one off aids for disabled people. Case histories, donations, resources and yearbook.
Remap Cleveland
Volunteers who design and make aids for the disabled. Information about local activities, equipment provided and a message board.
Remap Essex West
Volunteers making bespoke devices for disabled people. How we work, case studies and donation requests. Includes Essex Disabled People's Association Annual Review.
Remap Leeds and Bradford Panel
Volunteers design and supply specialised equipment for essential daily needs and recreational activities. Examples, products, news and funding.
Remap Swindon
Volunteers designing and making free technical equipment for disabled people where no commercial alternative exists. Includes examples and membership details.
Shropshire Wheelchair Users Group
Information on NHS wheelchairs, models available, wheelchair problems and local access campaigns.
Smart Thinking
Information about adaptive technology including assistive technology and smart homes to help disabled and older people living at home.
SoundLinks
Specialists in audio and speech access offering training and consultancy in how to work effectively with a range of adaptive and mainstream technology.
The Voluntary Transcribers' Group
A group of voluntary Braille transcribers, offering their services for blind people and voluntary groups. Includes contact details and a list of projects they have undertaken.
Wheelchair Information Guide
Independent guide including product specifications from individual who works for an officially recognised wheelchair repairer.