Short Description
A free service that is available to any person who requires information on disability. Information is provided on: disabilities / disorders, equipment, community organisations and support groups, building access and design, education, employment, legislation, finance and benefits, recreation / leisure, mobility, accommodation, travel and transport. Information is provided by phone, fax, email, letter and visits to the Centre.
More Details
Publications: Christchurch Services Directory, South Island Accommodation and Attractions Guides, Discover Newsletter
Computer Resources: Funding Information Service Database, Equipment Database, Internet Access, WEKA access
Educational Resources: - Loans out Disability Awareness Kits and videos.
Network Meetings: Facilitates meetings for people working in the health & disability sector.
TOTAL MOBILITY AGENT - Taxi Vouchers
Provides vouchers to people who meet the criteria set by Environment Canterbury. Only provide vouchers to people who are not eligible to join any other Total Mobility Agency in Christchurch.
Services Based at the Centre:
Multiple Sclerosis & Parkinsonism Society, N.Z Paraplegic & Physically Disabled Foundation, PAINZ (Pain Action In New Zealand), Kidney Information Service, Alzheimer's Society Canterbury, Vision Employment Support Services