Accessible Transport
We can support you in finding different ways to travel accessibly, whether for longer or shorter distances, as a passenger or independently, using mobility solutions like powered wheelchairs or mobility scooters.
Accessible Travel Options
You may be concerned that a recent change in your health or that of a family member has impacted driving ability, the ability to access a vehicle as a passenger or the need to use a mobility solution when travelling longer distances, not by car.
RDAC provides a range of ways to explore accessible travel. You can attend one of our Accessibility Open Days, where you will be able to see a range of adaptations for passengers, including mobility wheelchairs and scooters, and find more information about accessible transport for longer distances.
You can also book an access assessment in which an Occupational Therapist will look at your individual needs in more detail, talk through potential options and support you in making choices most useful to you.
We aim to ensure that this process is as straightforward and accessible as possible for each individual. When you call to book an assessment or attend an open day, we can answer all the questions you may have so you feel reassured before visiting a centre.
What happens in an assessment?
An Occupational Therapist will conduct the assessment, and the details of the evaluation will depend on your mobility needs and the type of mobility support you require. It will begin with an initial consultation, followed by any relevant mobility or cognitive exercises to assess your requirements. A physical assessment may also be required to identify any limitations which could affect your ability to operate the standard controls of a powered wheelchair or mobility scooter.
Suppose you are looking to use a powered wheelchair or mobility scooter. In that case, we will support you in following a route in the local area to ensure that you are in complete control of the equipment, aware of your surroundings, and able to make safe decisions.
At the end of the assessment, we will discuss and advise on what you should do next. Wherever possible, we will make recommendations to improve your control, suggest the most suitable equipment for you, and provide any available financial support.
How long does the assessment take?
You should allow approximately 1 hour for the assessment, which will enable you to proceed through each stage at your own pace.
Following the assessment, a full, comprehensive report will be written, which you will receive 10-14 working days after the evaluation.
How to book with RDAC?
RDAC is a charity, and unfortunately, our grant funding does not cover the cost of an assessment. To be sustainable, we do need to charge a fee, apart from open days, which you can attend for free. If you are referred through the NHS, the referral cost is £75.00; you will need a health professional to do this for you.
A self-referral incurs a fee of £150, which will be charged when we contact you to arrange an assessment following the submission of this form. If you cancel your booking within two working days, we cannot offer a refund. If you cancel more than two working days before your booking date, we charge an administration fee of £20.
Get Involved With RDAC
As a charity, RDAC relies on grants and donations to fund the critical service it provides. We are always grateful for the support of the public, and if you would like to donate, we ensure that contributions go directly to front-line services.
If you are interested in talking to us about commercial partnerships, becoming a Trustee or volunteering with us, please contact us at info@rdac.co.uk. Thank you.
