AN event to mark the 40th anniversary of an organisation supporting disabled people is to be used to launch an enhanced transport service.
Darlington Association on Disability’s 40th anniversary celebration and annual general meeting will take place at Hopetown railway museum from 10.30am on Monday, November 16.
The day will feature information stalls, presentations, and the launch of DAD’s accessible transport service.
Thanks to funding through the Motability Foundation, an accessible minibus has been added to a fleet of cars already managed by DAD.
Lauren Robinson, who has been chief executive of DAD for 39 years, said: “We have been working for some time to extend our accessible transport provision, and the minibus means we can help more people.”
People can join the scheme by contacting DAD on 01325 489999 (option 0) or at the anniversary event on November 16, and anyone needing a wheelchair-accessible vehicle can the book ahead of a journey, for use currently during the daytime.
“We have been striving to improve the lives of disabled people over four decades and the 40th anniversary is an opportunity for us to showcase the work we do and the services we provide,” added Lauren.
Darlington Association on Disability is a partner in the Pride in Place initiative, providing a strong voice in how Government funding can best be used to support disabled people in the town.
For example, DAD has been a key adviser in how Pride in Place funding is being used to accelerate a dropped-kerb programme to improve accessibility.
- Anyone who would like to enquire about the event or DAD services you can get in touch at mail@darlingtondisability.org
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