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The Disability Resource Centre is an independent organisation and a registered charity, that has disabled people at the centre of its decision making.
Our vision
"Empowering people of all ages who are affected by disability or health conditions to fulfil their potential and aspirations."
Our mission
Know we are here. The Disability Resource Centre is here so that disabled people and their families have somewhere to turn if they feel alone and need help in any situation. We want all disabled people, those with long term health conditions and their carers to know that we are here to support them.
We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer
We are registered on the UK Register of Learning Providers. UKPRN 10045091
Our history
Learn all about how The Disability Resource Centre started.
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Find out how we are helping Cathy and Roy living at home.
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Hear from Priyal who has been working at The Disability Resource Centre as an apprentice.
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Zaqia tells us about how she has used a number of services offered by The Disability Resource Centre.
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Michael talks about his voluntary work at The Disability Resource Centre.
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New course starts in February. We have just started the first group on this course and we’re now looking for more Luton residents to join the next course that starts in February.
We know and understand how difficult it can be to find work if you are a carer. You may struggle to find paid employment that fits around your caring commitments.
If you wish to return to work in some way, but are unsure how to start, then we can help with 1-2-1 support with our employment advisors.
For 2020 if you would like to make a difference to your family’s life just make contact to see how our Support Into Employment programme may be able to help you.
Learn all about becoming a volunteer for our charity at our special new volunteer event on Wednesday 5th February 2020. Read more about volunteering at The Disability Resource Centre.
Latest
Our fitness suite class timetable for 2020
Take a look at our class timetable for our fully equipped fitness suite, especially designed for disabled people.
Douglas Campbell OBE
Melanie Hawman, the CEO of The Disability Resource Centre said “We are very sad to hear of the passing of Douglas Campbell OBE who worked diligently to raise awareness of disability rights…
3rd December – The International Day of Persons with Disabilities
3rd December 2019 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Find out about the day from the United Nations website and watch a video from the UN Secretary General…
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About our Care Academy
Whether you are an employer or a personal assistant (PA) you can access a range of relevant and engaging workshops delivered by specialist trainers.
Disability equipment advice
We offer expert, impartial & free disability equipment advice. Book an appointment today.
Meeting rooms for hire
Hire our fully equipped meeting rooms with free wifi, a digital projector, tea & coffee facilities, flexible room space and on-site parking for over 100 cars, including 12 dedicated disabled parking bays.
Help for Carers in Luton
Have you heard about the free service for carers in Luton, Carers Central? We offer lots of free 1-2-1 help and advice. We can meet-up at a time and place to suit you…
Donate
Please consider donating to The Disability Resource Centre today so we can continue our vital services.
You can hire a wheelchair from our charity. The Disability Resource Centre hires out manual wheelchairs (including children’s wheelchairs) and other equipment like ramps, rollators, crutches and walking frames to help you with your mobility.
Hire our fully equipped meeting rooms with free wifi, a digital projector, tea & coffee facilities, flexible room space and on-site parking for over 100 cars, including 12 dedicated disabled parking bays.
On this form-filling workshop (held most Mondays) you will have help and guidance to complete your PIP or AA (attendance allowance) claim form.
Come along to our Friday drop-in session for 1-2-1 support from our employment coaches. We help people across Bedfordshire who are looking for work.
Every Thursday we offer expert help with seating and a full demonstration of all the chairs and riser-recliners we have in our shop. Our seating specialist is here to advise and help you choose the best seating.
For new or existing Personal Assistants (PAs) our free training will help improve your skills in a way that is specific to your role. We are holding monthly PA induction training sessions…