Getting Around

This section provides information on community transport, public transport concessions and day centre / resource centre closures.

Is my day centre / resource centre open today?
Check if your day centre or resource centre is open today and find out about the different closure states.

How do I get financial help with transport?
Learn about the various schemes that can help you with transport, both locally and throughout Scotland.

Can I get help and support with using public transport?
Find out about the support available to help you use bus, train or taxi services.

What if I cannot use public transport? Can I get help to get to the shops, doctors, my hair appointment, etc?
Get information about the Taxicard Scheme and various other community transport services.

How do I get about if I am not on a bus route?
Find out about the different transport options you could be eligible for, including the Dial-A-Bus service.

I am disabled. Can I get any travel (i.e. rail, air) concessions?
Learn about the range of travel support that is available for disabled people.

I am disabled, can I get help with shopping?
Find out about shopping services and how they can help you.

I am disabled and think I may be entitled to free parking, who do I contact?
Find out about the Blue Badge scheme and how it can give you exemptions from some parking restrictions.

What travel concessions are there for people who are blind or partially sighted?
Get information about the help that is available for you if you are registered blind or partially blind.

What is a Blue Badge?
Learn more about the Blue Badge parking scheme and find out who is eligible for a Blue Badge and how to apply for one.

How do I get a short term loan of a wheelchair?
Find out about borrowing powered or manual wheelchairs and scooters from Shopmobility.

How can I get transport to my hospital appointment?
Learn about the patient transport service and how to get help with the cost of travelling to hospital.