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Annual report 2006/2007 Disability Resource Centre
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We are a resource centre for people with a physical disability who live in the Renfrewshire area. There is no cost for using this service, which is open to people aged 16-65.
What we offer
- leisure and social activities
- community involvement
- information and advice service
- educational projects
- volunteering
Our aims are
- that the centre meets your needs
- all staff are trained and qualified
- to provide a courteous and helpful service at all times
- all customer views count in the running of the centre
Voluntary organisations using the resource centre
Community Opportunities Development group
This group develops employment and volunteering opportunities.
Healthy Heart Garden
We maintain an organic garden, sensory garden and a wild wood within the centre. These gardens are open to the public by appointment.
Renfrewshire Access Panel
This panel represents disabled people throughout Renfrewshire on access issues, e.g. goods, services and transport
Renfrewshire Arts Forum
This is an inclusive arts forum for people in Renfrewshire.
SONAS Gaelic
This group is based in the community.
Users' committee
Represents the resource centre's users.
Classes at the centre include
- art
- books reviews
- computing for beginners
- cookery
- drama
- Gaelic
- gardening
- healthy eating
- Internet for beginners
- keep fit
- photography
- sewing
- smoking cessation
- Spanish
- stress management
- swimming
- tai chi
- video skills
- yoga
- young persons group
How to access the service
You can attend the centre for up to three days per week to take part in groups and be offered support tailored to meet your needs. To get an application form for this service please contact us by:
- email: sw@renfrewshire.gov.uk
- phone: 0141 848 1123
- write to us:
Paisley
PA3 2EA
When we have received your application we will contact you within 4 weeks. You will then be invited to the centre to discuss your needs and interests in more detail.
