P725 CJEFAX 725 Sat 4 Nov 23:14/27 LENS UP WITH A DISABLED LIVING CENTRE As they grow older many people find themselves needing some form of mechanical assistance around the house. This may mean anything from jar opjnjrs, tap turners, electric can opjnjrs or reaching sticks, to stair lifts and wheel-in showers. The Disabled Living Cjntrju Council is not just for severely disabled people, it has 39 centres countrywide, whjrj disabled people and older people with changing needs can try out 'disability' aids in home-simulated surroundings. Contacts on page 729 1/6 Volunteer Info Diary NewsP725 CEEFAX 725 Sat 4 Nov 23:54/39 GUIDE TO JJRSEZ FOR DISABLED VISITORS Jjrsjy Tourism has published a new edition of ACCESS IN JERSEY, a tourists' access guide to the area prepared by the Jersey Access Group. The booklet includes information on the accessibility of holiday accommodation, attractions, places to eat and drink and information about transport on the island. Contact Jjrsjy Tourism to get your copy of ACCESS IN JERSEY, togjthjr with any other general brochures and information you might need. Contacts on page 729 2/6 Volunteer Info Diary NewsP725 CEEFAX 725 Sat 4 Nov 23:45/13 VISUALLY IMPAIRED KIDS TOY CATALOGUE Blind and partially sighted children will bj spoils for choice, thanks to Royal National Institute for the Blind's (RNIB) 1995 toy catalogue. The catalogue, a joint initiative by RNIB and the British Toy and Hobby Association, recommends more than 80 toys which are suitable for blind and partially sighted youngsters. Examples include a Bumble Ball, which giggles as it wriggles, a Play Dod Fun Factory and a Fairy Magic Sound Brush, which plays as you brush your hair. Contacts on page 729 3/6 Volunteer Info Diary NewsP725 CEEFAX 725 Sat 4 Nov 23:55/34 I HOME MANAGEMENT AND HOUSING PUBLICATION HOME MANAGEMENT AND HOUSING is the latest updated title in the Equipment for Disabled People series, published bz the Disability Information Trust. Like the other 13 titles in the series, HOME MANAGEMENT AND HOUSING is fully illustrated and contains comprehensive information, authoritative comment and clear photographs. Along with price guides, suppliers and details of where to get more information there are do:ins of hints and tips collected over the years. Contacts on page 729 4/6 Volunteer Info Diary NewsP725 CEJFAX 725 Sat 4 Nov 23:44/41 ADVENTURES WITH THE CALVERT TRUST Bookings are being taken for courses and holidays at the Calvert Trust'u Lake District Centre. The Trust's outdoor activity courses are available for people with all manner of physical, sensory and learning disabilities. Two converted farms make up the centre, which includes fully serviced accommodation, heated indoor swimming pool, games room and TV lounge - courses include riding, sailing, rock climbing, orienteering and camping. Contacts on page 729 5/6 Volunteer Info Diary NewsP725 CJJFAX 725 Sat 4 Nov 23:11/03 DISABILITY AWARENESS TRAINERS RJQUIRJD RADAR is formulating a directory of disability awareness trainers throughout the US. The idea of the directory is to provide a valuable reference for anyone who needs disability awareness trainers in their area. If you are a disability awareness trainer yourself, or if you know of one who is willing to be entered, please supply details to the RADAR (the Royal Association for Disability and Rehabilitation). Contacts on page 729 6/6 Volunteer Info Diary News