Empowering people in North Lanarkshire
Our Mission Statement
We aim to provide up-to-date information that supports people with a disability and their carers to live as independent a life as possible. We offer support that promotes good mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. We aim to help empower people to have choice and control.
“It’s great that there are people out there who understand what it’s like to be in my situation”
Welcome to North Lanarkshire Disability Forum
North Lanarkshire Disability Forum is a user led organisation, providing up to date information on Disability issues throughout North Lanarkshire.
What We Do
North Lanarkshire Disability Forum (NLDF) was founded in 1991 by people with a disability, for and on behalf of, the people who live in North Lanarkshire. We are a membership organisation, please follow this link for further information. We aim to provide up to date information around disabilities through our website, events, social media and group work. We are represented both at a local and Health and Social Care strategic level. We aim to influence policies concerning disability issues raised in North Lanarkshire.
DISABILITY CONFIDENT COMMITTED
Our Projects
We are involved in various community planning structures which offer a real opportunity to make the voice of people with a disability heard in the planning and development of services within North Lanarkshire.
We are the umbrella organisations for 3 projects – Practical Assistance to Promote Health and Wellbeing (PATH), Support in the Right Direction (SiRD) Community Connections and Support in the Right Direction (SiRD) Digital Connect.
Membership Information
For further information on our Associate Membership and our Supporter Membership please click the following link…
Membership Application Form
For further details and to apply for Membership via our online application form please click the following link…
“It was a huge weight off our shoulders when you said you were able to come in with us”
Info Hub
There are many other organisations, both local and national, who can offer you support. Please see below a small selection of these or click the ‘View Full Directory’ button to see all the services in our Info Hub Directory…
Carers Together
Carers have the right to be informed, heard and their views considered. We aim to make a positive difference…
Inclusion Scotland
Our mission is to achieve positive changes to policy and practice, so that we disabled people are fully included…
Making Life Easier
An online resource offering information, professional advice and direct access to services and support…
Recent News
NLDF is hiring!!!
Are you ready to be part of something special and meaningful? We’re expanding our team! We have the following open positions:
– Financial Administrator
– Cost of Living Support Officer
– Engagement & Participation Network Development Lead…
North Lanarkshire Disability Forum Stakeholder Survey January 2023
January 2023 felt like a good time for NLDF to review their current services in North Lanarkshire and seek feedback from people with long term conditions and disabilities, 3rd sector, community and statutory partners…
Meet our new volunteer Claire
My name is Claire and I am a new volunteer with NLDF. I am keen to get back into the community and learn new skills and meet new people. When we were in lockdown I felt very isolated so I am glad to be back out meeting people. I have been part of groups and I love...
Recent Blog Posts
Meet Jen and Snowball
Hello, my name is Jen, and I am one of the North Lanarkshire Disability Forum volunteers and committee members. I have been volunteering with NLDF for 18 months now. On the 5th August I qualified with my first guide dog…
My Volunteering Experience by Catrina Bryce
What it’s like being a member and volunteer for North Lanarkshire Disability Forum.
Hi, my name is Catrina Bryce and I have been a volunteer…
Are you an Autism Warrior Parent?
Beverley McGuckin is an Autism Warrior Mum to her two children and works with young people with additional support needs. Beverley is a passionate advocate of the rights of children…
Connect With Us
Local Events
Consultation event – proposed relocation of Bothwellpark Secondary School
There will be a Parent/Carer meeting to discuss proposal of Bothwellpark Secondary School relocation to Edward Lawson Centre on Tuesday 19th…
Online SDS Chat Wednesday 18th August
“It’s good to talk!”. “I’ve got a whole page of notes I’ve gleaned from the conversations”. Thanks to the participants of our first ever North Lanarkshire SDS Chat…
Join our online SDS Chat
Do you have experience of trying to access Self-Directed Support, for yourself or on behalf of someone you care for? Or are you interested in doing so? Why not join our online SDS Chat on Wednesday 7th July at 7pm….
"Thank you so much. Appreciated. Would not know what to do without your help"
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Get in Touch
Please get in touch if you would like more information about what we do at North Lanarkshire Disability Forum, volunteer with us or if you’d like to become a member. Fill out this online form if you have a question or message for us and tell us how you would prefer we get in contact with you...
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