Ealing Centre for Independent Living. ECIL is an organisation of disabled people working to eliminate the barriers preventing disabled people from living full and independent lives.
Come to ECIL for everything you want to know about Disability, but were too afraid to ask. We offer advice, information and we can help you get what you need to live an independent life. It's FREE to join, so why not become a member.
Venue of the month - July
Nando's - Ealing Common
Nando's has recently opened a new branch in the centre of Ealing, but the Venue of the month this time is for the longer established outlet at Ealing Common. Nando's is located close to Ealing Common tube station on the Uxbridge Road and has good access by way of an internal ramp at the entrance. There is also an accessible toilet and moveable tables and chairs.
Events and Activities
Disability Connect meetings
The Disability Connect meeting, on 21st April, was a great success. It was attended by Alun Davies, the Chair of the Disability Committee at the Equality and Human Rights Commission, and a number of representatives from LBE's Social and Health Services departments, including Matthew Booth, Stephen Day, Debbie Gray and David Cooper. Documentation is available on request - please phone 020 8280 2271 and ask for Maria de Marco. Our next meeting is planned for Tuesday 4th August '09, 2pm - 4pm. Venue to be confirmed.
Direct Payments User Group
The next meeting is planned for 12th August, 2pm - 4pm, at 1 Bayham Road, W13. Join the group if you have questions and issues about Direct Payments. Our last meeting took place on Tuesday 28th May '09. This was a follow up from our meeting in April, when we were joined by Paul Oppe, Programme Manager, Adults' Services Personalisation Programme at LBE.
Go to our Direct Payments page
Latest news
ECIL's Summer BBQ - Revised date!
This annual event is here again. Come and join us, on Thursday 20th August, 3.00pm till 6.00pm, at 1 Bayham Road, W13, to enjoy a great evening of socialising.
FREE Advice Sessions with an Occupational Therapist
Anne Barrow, experienced Occupational Therapist (HPC registered), problem solves on independent living issues. Anne can advise on a range of topics.
Transport for London
Transport for London (TFL) are looking for older/disabled people, to be photographed using different types of transport. A fee and lunch are provided. Contact Ian.Seabrook@tfl.gov.uk or Transport for All on 0207 737 2339
Events coming up
3
Jul
Tai Chi session - gentle exercise technique, to promote mental and physical well being, taught by a qualified coach.
3
Jul
Bridge - morning session £5, afternoon session supervised, with English Bridge Union teacher. £6 per session, £3 if on means tested benefits.
6
Jul
Gentle keep fit - come along for gentle exercise and socialising.
