20/03/2009
Many people will imagine someone in a wheelchair when thinking of disability and indeed around 1% of the population uses a wheelchair. However there are many types of disability, some more hidden, and each with specific access needs.
This year's Level Playing Field disability awareness campaign focuses on disabled supporter facilities and in particular those for supporters with Learning Disabilities and Difficulties. NADS LPF Patron, Sir Trevor Brooking, says "I am delighted that we are focusing on supporters with learning disabilities and difficulties for 2009 and I urge everyone to get behind this important campaign".
To support this year's focus and in partnership with Mencap, NADS is delighted to launch a joint booklet entitled “A Level Playing Field – making sports venues and stadiums accessible for people with a learning disability”.
We have posted a complimentary copy of the booklet to all our football club and community contacts along with a copy for each County FA and we hope you will find it helpful in providing for supporters with learning disabilities.
Electronic copies can also be downloaded via the NADS website here and if you require alternative formats, please contact us at info@nads.org.uk or call 0845 230 6237.