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

We aim to provide good access for people with disabilities and our receptionists are always happy to help patients who may need assistance. 

  • We have two clearly marked wider blue badge disabled spaces
  • There are no steps into the building
  • A wheelchair is available
  • Disabled toilets are available on the ground floor
  • The entrances to all doors are wide enough for wheelchair access
  • An induction loop system is available on reception.
  • We welcome guide or assistance dogs into the premises
  • Mobility scooters can be brought into the surgery
  • We provide a range of chairs in the waiting room
  • We can provide large font practice leaflets
  • Our receptionists are always happy to help patients who may need assistance

Autism and Learning Disabilities

We are autism and learning disability friendly

We are working to ensure patients have appropriate, adaptable and accessible healthcare.

Find out more on our Autism and Learning Disabilities page

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.