William Moon Lodge,
The Link way, Hollingdean BN1 7EJ
This group have a load of FREE training for assessed and non- assessed courses.

Here are just a few things that they can offer CLAIT, CLAIT Plus, Internet Technologies, BBC Web Wise, IBT 2 and NVQ`s. For further information on courses and qualification criteria, please contact Chris Woller or Jason Beech at the above address, telephone 01273 507251 or you can e-mail us at: training@bsblind.co.uk

Guide Dogs Bill Set to Close Loophole
A loophole in the law means that drivers of private hire vehicles and minicabs can refuse to carry guide dogs. RNIB, Guide Dogs for the Blind, DaRt and other campaigners are working to close this loophole. At present only black cabs are covered by the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA).

The campaign involves trying to get the DDA amended to cover all taxis and lobbying local councils to use their licensing powers to require private hire vehicles to carry assistance dogs. A bill has been introduced in the House of Commons by Neil Gerrard MP to amend the DDA. At time of going to press, the Bill is due to receive its second reading. You can contact your local MP, and impress on him or her, the importance of this bill, by phoning the House of Commons on 0207 2193000.

Red Cross Advice for Easier Living
They have a Daily Living Centre at Fonthill Road in Hove. Brighton and Hove Council support the project. They are there to offer free impartial advice and information on equipment for independent and easier living. This service is available to anyone who is disabled, older people, carers, professionals and anyone who needs help to stay active and independent to remain within there own home. They assist groups and individuals requiring general information, and give a guided tour of the equipment on display. An appointment is necessary though.
The Daily Living Centre is open: Monday-Friday 10.00am to 4pm. Telephone 01273 731208, Fax 01273 726820 or Minicom 01273 725421 and you can even email: BHDLC@bhdlc.fsnet.co.uk