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Blue Badge Disabled Parking Permits

Some disabled children qualify for a Blue Badge. If your child has a Blue Badge, this allows you to park close to where you need to go - by accessing disabled parking spaces for example. What is the Blue Badge? Blue Badge permit holders are allowed to park closer to their destination, for example in designated parking spaces. The Blue Badge is linked to the disabled person rather than a particular vehicle, so you can use the Blue Badge in any car so long as the badge holder is either a passenger or driver. Blue Badge holders can also ask for a disabled parking space near their home. Usually this would be free but local councils can have different rules about how can apply for one. Although the scheme applies throughout the UK, the rules about who qualifies are different in each of the nations. You need to apply by contacting your local authority and there may be a small administrative charge. Score ten points under the “planning and following a journey” activity of Personal...

Parking Permit For Disabled

EXTENSION OFFERED: DMV is offering extensions to Connecticut residents with expiring driver’s licenses, ID cards, learner’s permit’s and disabled parking permits. No late fees will be assessed for eligible credentials. A permit for a permanent disability has no application cost. Complete Part A of the application form - Permanent permit form | Temporary permit form. Forms can also be obtained at any DMV office or by contacting the DMV Contact Center. Have Part B completed by a licensed physician, physician's assistant, psychiatrist (under contract or employed by the USVA), Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), ophthalmologist, optometrist, or a member of the Connecticut Board of Services and Education for the Blind. NOTE: In lieu of certification, DMV will accept a VA disability certificate for blindness, amputation of legs or arms, or loss of use of legs or arms, traumatic brain injury, paraplegic and hemiplegic disabilities. Disabilities or blindness can be certi...

How To Obtain A Handicap Parking Permit

Handicap parking is not a perk for having a chronic disease, such as arthritis. It is a necessity if you live with pain and disability. A permit or placard entitles you to park your vehicle in designated parking spots close to a building or venue. This can make a big impact on your comfort as you travel throughout your day. It's relatively easy to apply for a handicap parking permit. Each state in the U.S. Department of Motor Vehicles (or the state's equivalent). How do you know when it's time for you to apply? What are some of the challenges posed by handicap parking? Who can you contact in your state and what's the first step? We'll answer all of these questions in hopes of making the process just a little easier for you. It is not uncommon for people with a disability or health condition to wait longer than they should before applying for a handicap parking permit for their car. There are a few common reasons for this. Many people may not realize that...

Youths' Skills In The Kitchen

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It was the kids’ turn to showcase their best baking skills as the Great Greeley BakeOff Kids Edition announced its winners Saturday. The contestants certainly delivered on their entries with summer memories that included beach trips, a thermometer displaying the warm weather and a large sugar cookie adorned with a variety of summer fruits and berries. I really like camping and I like baking with my mommy,” said Mackenzie James-Rico, 8, about her s’mores flavored cupcakes. Alice Arevalo, 9, designed a cake featuring a large horse made from fondant and rice crispy treats. My favorite summer memory was horse camp. I love horses, so I made a horse cake,” the young baker said. We were blown away with how well everybody did. It was very difficult; third place was very, very close,” Gonzales said. Caiti Mondragon, a contestant in the first bake off competition, alongside baking enthusiast Kristin Hayden and Gonzales were the official taste testers for the event. I was really i...

Finding a Workers Compensation Doctor When You Feel Better

If you're being injured at work, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries from the Workers' Comp system. But, how do you find workers comp doctor? It depends a lot on where you work and for how long you've worked there. The majority of physicians and surgeons that work with workers' compensation doctors are general practitioners. They are trained in all aspects of medicine, including surgeries, diagnosing medical conditions, and treating injuries, and can treat a wide range of patients. But, even these doctors and surgeons don't advertise or have a board of directors. When you visit the workers comp doctor, you must fill out a form stating your injuries. You'll also need to provide your prescriptions for treatment and other information. Workers' compensation doctors will then assess your medical condition and determine how much compensation you're eligible for. Most doctors' offices require you to follow their treatments and medication i...