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Disability Action Yorkshire We aim to find solutions for disabled people whatever their aspirations

We are a charity and social enterprise, providing services that create opportunities for disabled people to live the lifestyle of their choosing.

We offer work based training which enables all disabled young people and adults of working age to gain the skills and experience needed for employment with individual and personalised packages of training to help them to enter employment with our Employment Support service.

Disability Action Yorkshire are the onsite care and support provider at St Roberts Grove which is a supported living development located off Claro Road in Harrogate. The development contains a large staff room for on-site support and communal garden areas. Each property contains technology such as door entry and a nurse call system to aid independence for tenants, as well as communal safety features such as platform lifts and a sprinkler system. Tenancy is not dependant on using Disability Action Yorkshire's care service.

We provide disability awareness training, access audits and advice for all businesses, whatever their size, and all of their employees. We also deliver a specialist training course for new and existing taxi drivers to demonstrate the importance of disability awareness, explain what is meant by disability and enable them to support disabled customers, ensuring a great service as well as looking at the law in relation to disability.

Something truly frightening is haunting our high streets, and it’s not ghosts. It is the sight of businesses unintention...
20/10/2026

Something truly frightening is haunting our high streets, and it’s not ghosts. It is the sight of businesses unintentionally turning away £274 billion in spending power.
75% of disabled people and their families have walked away from a UK business due to poor accessibility or customer service.

When venues present physical barriers, lack basic adjustments or overlook accessible customer service, people do not wait around. They leave. That creates a false impression that disabled people simply do not visit our town centres, when in reality, avoidable barriers are locking them out.

Opening your doors to disabled customers does not have to be complicated or expensive. Simple, proactive steps - like carrying out an access audit, training your team in disability awareness and addressing everyday practical barriers - make an immediate difference.

Welcoming disabled spenders is not just about fairness. It is one of the easiest, most rewarding boosts for our local economy.

We are right in the middle of National Hate Crime Awareness Week, and our message is simple: everyone has the right to f...
14/10/2026

We are right in the middle of National Hate Crime Awareness Week, and our message is simple: everyone has the right to feel safe, respected and welcome - whoever they are and whereever they are.

Disability hate crime takes many forms, from verbal abuse and online hostility to physical intimidation. Yet despite the devastating impact it has on people's lives, it continues to be one of the most underreported crimes across the country.

Hostility and prejudice directed at disabled people should never be brushed off or accepted as a normal part of everyday life. Building genuinely inclusive communities means ensuring discrimination has nowhere to hide, and that victims know their voices will be heard and taken seriously.

If you or someone you know has experienced or witnessed a disability hate crime, please do not stay silent.

You can report incidents directly to North Yorkshire Police on 101 (or 999 in an emergency), or share information completely anonymously via Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.

90 years of supporting independent living across Yorkshire - and we’re just getting started!Next year marks a massive mi...
06/10/2026

90 years of supporting independent living across Yorkshire - and we’re just getting started!

Next year marks a massive milestone birthday for Disability Action Yorkshire. To celebrate nine decades of removing barriers, championing inclusion and empowering disabled people we have launched our 90 in 90 campaign.

We are searching for 90 community champions to help us mark the occasion by raising £90 each during our 90th year.
Whether you want to take on a personal fitness challenge, host an office coffee morning, organise a school bake sale or put together a team quiz night, your £90 will help us collectively raise over £8,000. Every penny raised goes directly into funding our local services, independent living support and training programmes.

It is a bite-sized fundraising goal designed so that anyone can get involved and make a genuine difference.

Could you be one of our 90 anniversary champions? Visit our website or drop us a message to sign up and get involved (you can find the link in the first comment).

We are really pleased to see the government’s announcement expanding the Jobs Guarantee scheme to fast-track young disab...
01/10/2026

We are really pleased to see the government’s announcement expanding the Jobs Guarantee scheme to fast-track young disabled people and those with long-term health conditions into paid work.

With the number of young disabled people out of work doubling over the last decade, earlier access to paid opportunities, tailored mentoring, and practical support can be life-changing.

Getting young people through the door, however is only the first step. For these roles to create lasting change, workplaces must be genuinely accessible, backed by essential schemes like Access to Work and focused on long-term career progression rather than short-term targets.

Real inclusion is about building meaningful careers and giving young disabled people the confidence to show what they can do. We look forward to supporting local employers across Yorkshire to ensure these opportunities lead to truly inclusive, supportive working environments.

(Link to the full announcement in the comments below)

Do you have a manual wheelchair or other disability equipment gathering dust in the garage or attic? Instead of letting ...
29/09/2026

Do you have a manual wheelchair or other disability equipment gathering dust in the garage or attic? Instead of letting it sit unused, you could help someone in our community regain their independence.

We are always looking for donations of wheelchairs and other equipment in good condition. It can make a world of difference to someone who needs it, helping us ensure that mobility is accessible to everyone in North Yorkshire.

How to donate: Simply drop off at our main site:
📍Unit i4a, Hornbeam Park Oval, Harrogate, HG2 8RB what3words: soon.banana.divide

Every donation helps us keep our community moving. Thank you for your continued generosity! 💜

https://www.disabilityactionyorkshire.org.uk/contact/

🎓 Opportunities for Young Disabled People 🎓Starting your career or planning your future can be daunting. That’s why at D...
25/09/2026

🎓 Opportunities for Young Disabled People 🎓

Starting your career or planning your future can be daunting. That’s why at Disability Action Yorkshire we provide support, guidance and training for young disabled people to achieve their dreams.

The support is tailored to each individual to ensure confidence is built and skills developed for a successful future career.

Whether you’re entering the workforce for the first time or looking to take the next step in your career, we’re here to help you succeed!

🌟 Let’s create opportunities together. Visit our website to learn more: https://www.disabilityactionyorkshire.org.uk/

Reflecting on an inspiring evening of empathy, action and practical inclusion.Last week, our Partnership and Inclusion L...
21/09/2026

Reflecting on an inspiring evening of empathy, action and practical inclusion.

Last week, our Partnership and Inclusion Lead, Poppy Woodcock and Access and Inclusion team member, Georgia Baxter-Craik represented Disability Action Yorkshire at Harrogate District Chamber of Commerce’s September meeting at the beginning of National Inclusion Week.

The evening focused on moving Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) out of policy documents and into everyday workplace practice.

One takeaway rang loud and clear throughout the night: inclusion is not about costly overhauls or doing someone a favour.

Poppy and Georgia demonstrated how simple, low-cost reasonable adjustments can break down barriers. From flexible working patterns and screen adjustments to building open, psychologically safe environments, small changes allow disabled employees to perform at their best.

Inclusion doesn't happen by accident - it happens when businesses listen first, ask what people need to flourish, and commit to continuous improvement.

If your business is looking to review its physical accessibility, update workplace policies or train managers on implementing reasonable adjustments, Disability Action Yorkshire is here to guide you. Drop us a message or visit our website (link in first comment) to see how our team can support your organisation.

Next year, Disability Action Yorkshire will be celebrating a milestone - our 90th anniversary!To celebrate this incredib...
20/09/2026

Next year, Disability Action Yorkshire will be celebrating a milestone - our 90th anniversary!

To celebrate this incredible history and look ahead to the future, we will be launching our 90 in 90 campaign!

We are looking for 90 kind volunteers to raise £90 each in honour of our 90th year.

If we reach our goal of 90 volunteers, we will collectively raise over £8,000 to directly support our services and training programs. It’s a brilliant, bite-sized way to make a massive difference.

Can you help us?

Whether you are an individual supporter, a local business looking for a fun team-building challenge, or a school group wanting to get involved, we would love to have you on board.

We want to hear from you! Comment below with your most creative fundraising ideas, or drop us a line if you’re ready to put your name down as one of our 90 champion volunteers for next year.

Let's work together to make our 90th year the most impactful one yet!

Is your business truly accessible? Inclusion is about more than just a ramp at the door!Disability Action Yorkshire offe...
15/09/2026

Is your business truly accessible?

Inclusion is about more than just a ramp at the door!

Disability Action Yorkshire offers professional Access Audits and Inclusion Consultancy to help local organisations across North Yorkshire become more welcoming for everyone.

Our expert team can help you with:

🤝 Disability Awareness Training: Empowering your staff to communicate with confidence.
📐 Physical Access Audits: Identifying practical changes to your building or site.
📋 Inclusive Policy Review: Ensuring your recruitment and services are equitable.

By working with us, you're supporting a local charity and helping to create a more inclusive Yorkshire.

Start your inclusion journey today: www.disabilityactionyorkshire.org.uk

"I knew I wanted to work, but I wasn't sure where to start or who would give me a chance." We hear this time and time ag...
09/09/2026

"I knew I wanted to work, but I wasn't sure where to start or who would give me a chance."

We hear this time and time again from our customers.

If you’re a disabled person looking to get into the job market, you don't have to navigate the journey alone. At Disability Action Yorkshire, our Work Based Training Service is built around your individual goals, and targeted to support your aspirations.

Whether you are looking for your first job or returning to work, we spend up to 12 months helping you build the practical skills you need to succeed, including:

🤝 Personalised Job Coaching: From searching for the right role to mastering interview techniques.
📆 World Experience: Accessing work placements to build your confidence in a supportive environment.
🚖 Travel Training: Gaining the independence to get to and from your new workplace safely.

The support doesn't stop once you get the job, either. We’re here to help you settle in and thrive in your new role for as long as you need us.

Ready to take the first step towards your career goals? Let’s find the solution together. 💜

🔗 Find out more: www.disabilityactionyorkshire.org.uk/services/training/

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(Head Office And Training Services) Unit I4A Hornbeam Park Oval
Harrogate
HG28

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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