Practical support

Disabled bus passes, railcards, taxi cards and parking permits

If you or a relative has Dyskeratosis Congenita, you may be eligible for a disabled bus pass, railcard, taxi card (if you live in Greater London) and a parking permit. You can apply for these via the following links:

https://www.gov.uk/apply-for-disabled-bus-pass

https://www.disabledpersons-railcard.co.uk/are-you-eligible/

London Taxicard is a subsidised service providing Black Taxis and Private Hire Vehicles to those who might find it difficult or impossible to access other modes of transport.

https://www.londoncouncils.gov.uk/services/taxicard

Outside of London it’s best to look online for information onĀ  local authority provision.

Blue Badges

Blue Badges help people with disabilities or health conditions park closer to their destination. You can apply for a badge for yourself, on behalf of somebody else or an organisation that transports people that need a Blue Badge.

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/blue-badge-can-i-get-one/can-i-get-a-blue-badge

Vehicle Tax Exemption

You may be eligible for free vehicle tax

https://www.gov.uk/get-vehicle-tax-exemption-disability