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William Merritt Centre We provide impartial information, advice and assessment on equipment and adaptations.

Helping young people explore their future optionsOn Thursday 8 October, we attended The Futures Fair, supporting young p...
16/10/2026

Helping young people explore their future options

On Thursday 8 October, we attended The Futures Fair, supporting young people with learning difficulties or neurodiversity as they plan for their future after education or training.

We spoke to more than 200 young people, families, carers and teachers about our specialist Driving School, Theory Test Support, and the wider services available at William Merritt Centre.

It was a fantastic opportunity to meet so many people, answer questions and explain how we can help.

Thank you to everyone who came to chat with us – we hope to be back next year!

More information on driving lessons and theory test support can be found here
https://wmdlc.org/services/driver-assessments/driving-lessons/
https://wmdlc.org/services/driver-assessments/theory-lessons/

Learning to drive with a medical condition or disability?Choosing the right driving school can make all the difference.A...
14/10/2026

Learning to drive with a medical condition or disability?

Choosing the right driving school can make all the difference.

At the William Merritt Centre Driving School, we specialise in supporting learner drivers with medical conditions, disabilities and additional needs.

Why learn with us?
✓ Specialist driving instructors experienced in supporting a wide range of individual needs
✓ Adapted vehicles with a range of driving controls and adaptations
✓ Occupational therapy expertise available through our wider driving assessment team
✓ Lessons tailored to you – your abilities, confidence and learning pace
✓ Advice on adaptations that could make driving safer and easier
✓ Support beyond driving lessons, including driving assessments and theory test support
✓ Driving Mobility member – part of a national network specialising in driving and mobility
Having a medical condition or disability doesn't necessarily mean driving isn't an option. With the right specialist support and adaptations, we can help you explore your potential to drive safely and independently

Ready to start your driving journey?

Immediate availability in the York area
Find out how the William Merritt Centre can support you.
https://wmdlc.org/services/driver-assessments/driving-lessons/

Want reassurance that your relative/friend is still driving safely?Our Mature Driver Appraisal is a friendly, supportive...
12/10/2026

Want reassurance that your relative/friend is still driving safely?

Our Mature Driver Appraisal is a friendly, supportive way to review their driving, build confidence and help them stay safe and independent on the road for longer.

The appraisal gives them the opportunity to:

✓ Review their driving skills with an experienced professional
✓ Identify any areas where small changes could make driving safer
✓ Build confidence behind the wheel
✓ Receive practical, impartial advice to support their future driving

And they'll also leave with a handy road safety goody bag, packed with useful information and resources from the William Merritt Centre and our West Yorkshire road safety partners.

Find out more about a Mature Driver Appraisal today.
https://wmdlc.org/services/driver-assessments/mda/

🎉 Congratulations, Ben! 🎉A huge congratulations to Ben, who passed his driving test first time in Knaresborough, with ju...
08/10/2026

🎉 Congratulations, Ben! 🎉

A huge congratulations to Ben, who passed his driving test first time in Knaresborough, with just one driving fault! 🚗👏

Ben had previously taken a break from lessons after finding driving difficult, and it’s fair to say he thought he might never pass his test. However, with the support and guidance of our instructor, Sam, Ben worked hard to overcome his nerves and build his confidence behind the wheel.

We’re absolutely delighted to see all his hard work pay off — what a fantastic achievement! 🌟

Well done, Ben 🙌

If you, or someone you know, would like to find out more about learning to drive with our specialist driving school, get in touch with us on 0113 350 8989 or visit www.wmdlc.org.

📢 WE’RE RECRUITING! – OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTAre you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next opportun...
08/10/2026

📢 WE’RE RECRUITING! – OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next opportunity? We’d love to hear from you!

We’re currently recruiting for:
🔹 Experienced Occupational Therapist – Part Time

If you’re passionate about supporting people to achieve greater independence and want to be part of a friendly, professional team, come and join us.

🔗 Follow the link below to find out more and apply:
https://wmdlc.org/about/?gad_source=1 -us

Please note: closing date 11th Oct 2026

After a Try b4u Fly assessment in Leeds, our client said...“The assessment improved my independence as I was able to go ...
06/10/2026

After a Try b4u Fly assessment in Leeds, our client said...

“The assessment improved my independence as I was able to go on an aeroplane with my daughter. The two ladies that helped us went above and beyond. So grateful.”

https://wmdlc.org/services/mobility-aid-assessments/out-about/ -b4u-fly

📢 WE’RE RECRUITING! – OCCUPATIONAL THERAPISTAre you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next opportun...
02/10/2026

📢 WE’RE RECRUITING! – OCCUPATIONAL THERAPIST

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for your next opportunity? We’d love to hear from you!

We’re currently recruiting for:
🔹 Experienced Occupational Therapist – Part Time

If you’re passionate about supporting people to achieve greater independence and want to be part of a friendly, professional team, come and join us.

🔗 Follow the link below to find out more and apply:
https://wmdlc.org/about/?gad_source=1 -us

Congratulations to Ian who attended York Driving Assessment Centre for a Medical Fitness to Drive Assessment following a...
30/09/2026

Congratulations to Ian who attended York Driving Assessment Centre for a Medical Fitness to Drive Assessment following a recent bilateral amputation.

He was referred to discuss driving with adaptations; on his assessment day Ian made the assessors aware that he wanted to demonstrate he was safe to drive using his prosthetic legs. He completed a good safe drive on a standard set route including an excellent emergency stop.

He was signed off as safe to drive and given information about where to contact if he needed any further driving support in future. Well done Ian! Enjoy your drives to get back out to your boat.

For more information about driving adaptions please visit:
https://wmdlc.org/services/driver-assessments/driver-assessments/

Michael attended the Centre due to difficulties walking long distances and accessing his local shops.He explained that h...
28/09/2026

Michael attended the Centre due to difficulties walking long distances and accessing his local shops.

He explained that he enjoys walking, appreciates being outdoors in the fresh air, and wishes to continue walking independently.

Michael initially wanted to try powered wheelchairs to reach his local shops and pubs, but after a discussion with our occupational therapist, it was decided that an outdoor rollator would be more appropriate.

Michael trialled an outdoor rollator and was very impressed by its manoeuvrability and the support it offered. He was able to mobilise much further with this device compared to his walking stick.

“You’ve been excellent, you’ve really opened my eyes, I’d never considered an outdoor rollator. It has been invaluable. Thank you”

Find out more about FREE mobility equipment assessments:
https://wmdlc.org/services/mobility-aid-assessments/out-about/

Two of William Merritt Centre's driving instructors, Sam and Jayne, visited York Driving Test Centre to speak with drivi...
25/09/2026

Two of William Merritt Centre's driving instructors, Sam and Jayne, visited York Driving Test Centre to speak with driving examiners about drivers with disabilities and what type of adaptions they might use in their vehicles.

The York examiners tested what its like to drive with some of the adaptions such as, push/pull hand controls and left foot accelerator.

These visits are designed to give examiners some extended knowledge about disability driving adaptions and to help minimise queries on disabled tests for the learner.

We love working with all agencies linked to disability driving and older drivers, to support our clients with their independence.

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Sim Balk Ln

YO23 2BB

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Monday 08:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:30 - 16:30
Thursday 08:30 - 16:30
Friday 08:30 - 16:30

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