Useful contacts for driving and Parkinson's
The organisations below can
provide information and help for people with Parkinson's who
drive.
Association of British Insurers (ABI)
If you have a complaint about an insurance company, the
Association of British Insurers may be able to help you.
www.abi.org.uk
British Insurance Brokers' Association (BIBA)
Contact BIBA for details of insurance companies willing to quote
for drivers with Parkinson's.
www.biba.org.uk
Department for Transport (DfT)
The DfT aims to make provisions for all public transport users
and motorists that are acceptable, accessible and affordable.
www.dft.gov.uk
Disability Alliance
The Disability Alliance provides advice on benefits and services
for all people with disabilities, their families, carers and
advisers.
www.disabilityalliance.org
Disability Law Service
If you are considering going to court to appeal against a DVLA
decision, the Disability Law Service offer legal advice and
support.
www.dls.org.uk
Disabled Living Foundation (DLF)
The Disabled Living Foundation offers advice and information on
all aspects of disability equipment. It has details on car and van
conversions, hoists and lifting equipment, car seats, vehicles for
hire, accessories and much more.
www.dlf.org.uk
Disabled Motoring UK
Disabled Motoring UK provides help and advice to disabled
drivers and passengers.
www.disabledmotoring.org
DVLA (Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency)
The DVLA can provide information on all aspects of driving and
advise you on driving with a disability.
www.dvla.gov.uk
Europ Assistance
Europ Assistance specialises in international travel insurance
and assistance services, as well as car breakdown cover in the UK
and Europe.
www.europ-assistance.co.uk
Financial Ombudsman Service
The Financial Ombudsman Service is the official independent
expert in settling complaints between consumers and businesses
providing financial services.
www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk
Forum of Mobility Centres
The Forum of Mobility Centres offers advice on adaption,
assessment and a list of companies that manufacture, convert or
adapt vehicles to suit drivers with disabilities and/or carry
passengers in wheelchairs.
www.mobility-centres.org.uk
The Motor Insurers' Bureau
The Motor Insurers' Bureau offers help and advice on accidents
involving untraced or uninsured motorists.
www.mib.org.uk
Motability
Motability helps to keep disabled drivers on the road.
www.motability.co.uk
Ricability
Ricability provides useful information on what to look for when
choosing a car, as well helpful tips for getting in and out of
vehicles and financing your car.
www.ricability.org.uk
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