Practical Support • Compassionate Advocacy • Real Understanding
At DAIS, we believe everyone deserves to live with independence, dignity, and choice - with the right support in place. We’re here to help you feel heard, informed, and empowered every step of the way. Whether you’re applying for benefits, arranging care, or just need someone to guide you through the system, we’ll support you — without judgement and at your pace.
🗣️ Advocacy & Support
We can help you navigate complex systems such as:
Social Services assessments and care planning
NHS healthcare and appointments
Education, SEND and preparing for adulthood support
Disability rights and entitlements
We’ll stand beside you to make sure your voice is heard and your needs are respected.
📝 Form-Filling Help
Paperwork can be stressful - but you don’t have to do it alone. We can support you with completing:
Benefit applications (PIP, DLA, ESA, Blue Badge, Carer’s Allowance)
Health and social care forms
Review and appeal paperwork
We’ll also help you gather supporting information and make sure everything is clear, accurate, and ready to send. 👉 Click HERE to request support
📚 Information & Guidance
Sometimes the hardest part is knowing where to start. We’ll help you access:
Local and national disability services
Information on care options and funding
Easy-read resources and plain-language guides
Emotional well-being and peer support links
We aim to give you the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions. 👉 Click HERE to view Resource Page
🤝 Peer-Led Understanding
DAIS is a user-led organisation, run by Disabled people for Disabled people. We understand the barriers because we’ve experienced them. Our support is built on empathy, respect, and real-life experience — not bureaucracy.
🌟 Empowerment & Education
We also run sessions to help you and your community feel more confident and informed. Our workshops and resources cover:
Self-advocacy and rights awareness
Accessible communication
Disability inclusion training for organisations
How to Access Support
You don’t need a referral - simply reach out.
Contact us to tell us what you need.
We listen and explore your options together.
You stay in control while we support you at every step.
👉 Reach out to us HERE We’ll be here beside you - making sure your voice is heard and your rights are respected.
