Disability Access Policy

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If you have any additional needs please let our staff know so that we can help you, and also ensure you get the same support in the future.

Access

The surgery is designed to be easily accessible to people of all ages and disabilities. To ensure that this is maintained and patients’ safety is not compromised access to the front drive for vehicles (including minicabs) is strictly restricted to staff members only.

There is plenty of on street parking nearby and a practice wheelchair is available if needed.

Disabled parking

Blue Badge Scheme

The Blue Badge Scheme is for people with severe mobility problems. It allows Blue Badge holders to park close to where they need to go.

For more information and an Application Form visit your local council office.

Loop system

We have a loop induction system at Reception to assist the hearing impaired. For more information on the loop hearing system visit the Hearing Link website.

Blind/partially sighted

If you or your family members are blind or partially sighted we can give you a CD or large print of our Practice leaflet upon request. Please ask our staff for further information.

For more advice and support for blind people please visit the following websites:

Guide dogs

Guide dogs are welcome at the Practice but we ask that you be aware of other patients and staff who may have an allergy or fear of dogs.

Please visit the Guide Dog website for further information.