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	Click on these links for more information on Black Disability Action Group Counselling Service Independent Options Training Service Volunteer Scheme Registered Charity No. 1028144
	Other services of the Council of Disabled People	Access Surveys, Advocacy, Campaigning, Disability Arts, Education and Training, Information Service, Independent Options Disability Resource Team, Policy and Planning, Support to Local and National Groups.


	Press to return to top of page	BLACK DISABILITY ACTION GROUP "Acting now for Black Disabled People" This service is funded by charity projects, Lottery, and Scope in the Midlands.
	What is the Black Disability Action Group?	The Black Disability Action Group, is a project within the Council of Disabled People and aims to promote the interests of Black Disabled people throughout Warwickshire. The Black Disability Action Group's main objective is to raise awareness of black disability and cultural issues which are faced by black disabled people, and to promote equal opportunities.
	Race and Disability Discrimination	The general opinion from Black Disabled People is that we are not being treated fairly. This is occurring even within the Black Community, where black people can identify with one another, but cannot identify with black disabled people. This is due to stigma and ignorance. This can be very isolating for black disabled people, and many feel that they have no place in society, even within their own communities. The Black Disability Action Group works towards raising awareness and eradicating discrimination.
	Black Carers	The Black Disability Action Group is here to support Carers too. Many carers within the black community do not actually recognise that they are carers. This is because 'caring' is seen as part of the family role to look after other family members, and individuals tend to take on full responsibility themselves. This can be very isolating for the carer, as they do not have the freedom to pursue their own interests, attend support groups and can be very depressed.
	What is the aim of the Black Disability Action Group?	To identify Black Disabled people and carers To ensure that Warwickshire promotes the ethos of an inclusive society with the full participation of Black Disabled people. To work and encourage existing ethnic community groups and organisations, to raise awareness of disability and cultural issues that Black Disabled people face and to improve physical and cultural access. To support groups of black carers of disabled children and adults and self-development of young Black Disabled people.
	Race and Disability Equality Course	The aim of the course is to Look at multiple oppression affecting Black Disabled people. Race and disability provides an opportunity to explore, discuss and analyse these issues. Enable participants to identify and address discriminatory forms of practice towards black disabled people and to examine the role of non-disabled people. Challenge the organisational behaviour which reinforces negative myths and values which prevent black disabled people from gaining equality and achieving full participation in society Encourage people to include black disability as an integral part of equal opportunities policies and practice.
	Who should I contact?	Black Disability Worker during office hours : Monday - Friday 10.00a.m. - 5.00p.m. Answerphone available at other times. Black Disabled worker, Council of Disabled People, Fordsfield Centre for Disabled, Bury Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3HW, Tel/Fax: 01926 420 702


		Counselling Service "A free and confidential counselling service for disabled people, run by disabled counsellors" The CDP Counselling Service is funded by SCOPE
	What the 'Counselling Service' is...	The 'Counselling Service' is part of the Council of Disabled People Warwickshire (CDP). The service is available to disabled people, living in the districts of Rugby, Stratford and Warwick.
	Counselling might help you...	Counselling offers an opportunity to talk in confidence and reflect upon anything causing you anxiety. Counselling does not guarantee answers or instant cures, but provides you with time and space to look at what you are feeling and experiencing, with an impartial listener. A counsellor will not tell you what to do, but will listen carefully to what you say and work with you towards a better understanding of your situation and feelings. You will probably find that this brings some relief. You may then be able to make changes in your life. Counselling may also help you to come to terms with what you cannot or do not wish to change.
	Why people sometimes need counselling...	It is not abnormal to have emotional difficulties, and it is healthy to talk about them. People sometimes need counselling for a number of reasons, such as redundancy, breakdown of a relationship, stress, depression, anxiety, lack of confidence. You may not be able to attach a 'label' to the way you feel, but if you know things are not right, counselling might help.
	The counsellors at the 'Counselling Service'...	The 'Counselling Service' is run and counselled by disabled people as part of a range of services offered by the Council of Disabled People Warwickshire. Our counsellors are trained and work to the British Association of Counsellors' Code of Ethics.
	Confidentiality	Whatever is discussed within a counselling situation will remain confidential unless the counsellor feels that to do so would put the client or a third party at risk. .
	The Cost	Although the 'Counselling Service' is free to those without financial means, we do expect others to contribute between £1-£20 per session dependant on income.
	What happens at the first counselling session..?	The first appointment will be an opportunity to discuss whether continued counselling would be helpful and it therefore without obligation for either you or the counsellor. If, by the end of the session - usually about fifty minutes - you and the counsellor both agree that counselling seems appropriate for your situation, than arrangements will be made for further sessions
	To make an appointment contact...	Warwick and Stratford District: Please ask for : John Garrett, Counselling Service, Council of Disabled People, Fordsfield Centre for Disabled, Bury Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3HW Tel/fax/minicom: 01926 334 747 (Monday-Thursday) or 01926 889 349 (Friday) Rugby District: Please ask for : 'Independent Options', Disability Resource Workers, Counselling Service, Council of Disabled People, Faraday Hall, Lower Hillmorton Road, Rugby, CV21 3TU, Tel/fax/minicom: 01788 575 863


		Volunteer scheme "Offering disabled people access to opportunity" This service is funded by the National Lottery Charities Board.
	What is the volunteer scheme?	The Council of Disabled People's Volunteer Scheme aims to create opportunities and access for disabled people in education, leisure, training, employment, recreation, and social life. CDP volunteers enable disabled people to play a full role in the life of the community. The occasional support of a volunteer can make it easier for disabled people to do things which non-disabled people take for granted. The Volunteer Scheme is one of the many CDP services promoting equal opportunities and choices for disabled people. CDP volunteers do not provide 'essential services', such as domestic care or transport for medical appointments. If you would like to know more about the support that is available in these areas, please contact our Information Service: Tel/fax/minicom: 01926 889 349.
	Who can apply for volunteer support?	Any disabled person aged 16 or over, living in Warwick, Stratford or Rugby Districts can apply for volunteer support - in particular, people living independently, who do not require or cannot afford personal assistance around the clock. Disabled people can apply for volunteer support for any social, leisure, educational or community activity of their choice.
	CDP volunteers do things like...	Accompanying someone to the theatre or cinema once a month. Helping someone with their shopping once a week. Going swimming every Wednesday after work. Helping someone with gardening. Popping round for a coffee and a chat once a fortnight.
	Who can be a volunteer?	Anyone with a couple of hours to spare each week, fortnight or month can be a volunteer. We positively welcome people from all sections of the community, regardless of disabilty, race, culture, gender, age and sexuality. We will 'match' you with a suitable disabled person, who you will support on a one-to-one basis. Often, you can assist simply by accompanying someone.
	What do volunteers get in return?	All expenses paid. On-going support from our full time Project Worker. Free entry onto our training programme, with Warwickshire College - a chance to gain skills in a range of disability issues. Regular Social Events. Full personal injury insurance. A fun and rewarding experience.
	Who should I contact?	If you are interested in being a volunteer, would like support from a volunteer, or would like to know more about the volunteer scheme, please contact the volunteer scheme co-ordinator. Warwick and Stratford Districts: Nick Darwen, Volunteer Sheme, Council of Disabled People, Fordsfield Centre for Disabled, Bury Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3HW Tel/Minicom/Fax: 01926 315 267 Rugby District: Volunteer Scheme, Council of Disabled People, Fawsley House, 25 Hillmorton Road, Rugby CV22 5AB Tel/Minicom: 01788 575 863 Fax: 01926 413 334


		INDEPENDENT OPTIONS Disability Resource and Information Teams "Disabled people, supporting disabled people to live independently" This service is funded by Warwickshire County Council
	What 'Independent Options' does....	We provide personal support and assistance to disabled people, to manage their own care packages access mainstream services have an independent and active life
	Who 'Independent Options' is for....	We can support any disabled person between the ages of 18 and 65 years, living in the districts of Rugby, Stratford or Warwick.
	Who 'Independent Options' are....	We are just one of the many services available from the Council of Disabled People Warwickshire (CDP). 'Independent Options' has a team of Disability Resource Workers throughout the three districts covered. All our workers are disabled people or carers themselves, with some speaking Hindi, Gujarati and Punjabi.
	What 'Independent Options' offers....	Our Disability Resource Workers offer practical support, advice and information on all aspects of life, such as: housing benefits and finance employment training leisure recreation mobility health personal 'care' assistance independent living.... All our work is complemented by CDP's other services, to offer comprehensive support.
	Support available from 'Independent Options	assisting disabled people in having control over their own care packages, by employing personal assistants or purchasing their own care assisting and enabling disabled people to access mainstream services assisting disabled people in developing personal and social skills in setting and achieving their life goals access to advocacy and counselling services we provide a single point of access to a range of health and social services we help to shape disability services through articulating needs to the relevant statutory and voluntary agencies we consult with and support carers and families
	How to contact 'Independent Options'....	Our Disability Resource and Information Workers are based at three locations and are available by telephone, minicom or fax, post or by visiting our offices. We can also meet you in your own home at any time during the working week or, in exceptions, evenings or weekends. Warwick District Office Independent Options, Council of Disabled People, Fordsfield Centre for Disabled, Bury Road, Leamington Spa CV31 3HW Tel/fax/minicom: 01926 334 747 (Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.30pm) Rugby District Office Rugby District Office Independent Options, Council of Disabled People, Fawsley House, 25 Hillmorton Road, Rugby CV22 5AB Tel/minicom: 01788 575 863 Fax: 01926 413 334 (Mon-Fri 9.00am-5.30pm) Stratford District Office Independent Options, Council of Disabled People, Saltway Centre, Alcester Road, Stratford-Upon-Avon CV37 6SR Tel:01789 415 786 (Mon-Fri 10am-4pm)


		TRAINING SERVICE "To offer access and training to various groups about disability"
	What Is The Disability Discrimination Act?	The Disability Discrimination Act became law in December 1996. This Act covers employment, goods and services and buying or renting land or property. The Act also requires schools, colleges and universities to provide information for disabled people. Minimum standards can be ser by the Government to allow disabled people to more easily use public transport. Employers will have to take reasonable measures to make sure they are not discriminating against disabled people when recruiting, training, promoting and dismissing.
	Why Disability Equality Training (Det)?	DET provides an opportunity for course participants to explore, discuss and analyse issues around disability. Through our structured training programme participants are introduced to some new concepts on how to view and define disability. A primary aim of any course is to equip participants with a knowledge and understanding of how to recognise and challenge discriminatory attitudes, behaviour and practices.
	What Disability Equality Training Is Available?	The Council of Disabled People offer a quality training product and tailor the contents of each course to the specific needs of the client.
		Areas covered include : Disability Equality : Basic disability equality training will cover social/medical model, history of disability, terminology, definitions of disability, assumptions, basic needs of disabled people. Language and media literature, images of disability, everyday barriers, oppression. Disabiltiy Discrimination Act 1995 : Making People aware of what the Act covers, contents of act, implementation dates. Detailing how to meet requirements of act, loop-holes, practicalities. Independent Living : Definition of independent living, opportunities, options of independent living, care plan, management own care. Employment & Training : Employment opportunities, support available, employment legislation, training schemes, practical ideas, employment opportunities, support available, employment legislation, training schemes. Education : Inclusive/segregated learning, statementing, support available, education legislation practical issues. Access : General issues on physical access to public buildings, regulations etc. Race & Disability : Multiple oppression, negative myths and values, policies and practices. We also cover: : Disability and the Law and Disability Arts. The day will also include group work, discussion and videos
	What Is The Cost?	Each course is tailored to suit various groups. Please contact the CDP;s Training Worker for prices and contents of courses, or for further information e.g. when the next training course will take place.
	Who Should I Contact	Training Worker During Office Hours Monday - Friday 10.00a.m. - 5.00pm. Answerphone available at other times. Training Worker Council of Disabled People Fordsfield Centre for Disabled People Bury Road Leamington Spa CV31 3HW Tel No: 01926 420702