Disablity Access

If a member is disabled and has a carer the carer will be able to be present in the group under the following circumstances:

No additional cost for carers: U3A usually does not charge carers for attending activities alongside the disabled member.

  • No additional cost for carers: U3A usually does not charge carers for attending activities alongside the disabled member.
  • Liability insurance: The U3A's liability insurance typically covers carers accompanying disabled members.
  • Professional carers: If the carer is a professional (e.g., a paid caregiver), their insurance coverage is usually provided by their employer, not the U3A.
  • Duty of care: The U3A has a duty of care to all members and may need to assess an individual's ability to participate in activities, potentially involving the member and their carer in discussions and risk assessments.
  • Accessibility: U3A aims to make groups as accessible as reasonably possible for all members, including those with disabilities.