DriveAbility Scotland

DriveAbility Scotland Your journey to personal independence

💜Happy World Alzheimer’s Day from DriveAbility Scotland💜🚗For many of us, driving means much more than getting from A to ...
21/09/2026

💜Happy World Alzheimer’s Day from DriveAbility Scotland💜

🚗For many of us, driving means much more than getting from A to B. It helps us stay independent, connected and involved in our communities.

A diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia doesn’t necessarily mean someone will have to stop driving straight away. However, changes in memory, thinking and decision-making can affect driving, and there may come a time when some extra guidance is needed.

That’s where DriveAbility Scotland can help. 💙

Our specialist driving assessments are carried out in a supportive and understanding environment by experienced professionals, typically an Occupational Therapist and Driving Adviser.

🚘 It’s not another driving test.
Our aim is to understand how someone is managing behind the wheel, consider any difficulties they may be experiencing and provide clear, professional advice about the way forward.

We know conversations about driving can be difficult, particularly when it plays such an important role in someone’s independence. Our team is here to make the process as respectful, reassuring and straightforward as possible.

💜 This World Alzheimer’s Day, we’re reminding individuals, families and professionals that support is available.

📞 0141 221 5588
🌐 driveabilityscotland.org.uk

🎉 Wishing Stephen a very happy retirement! 🚗💙After several years as a valued member of the DriveAbility Scotland team, o...
20/09/2026

🎉 Wishing Stephen a very happy retirement! 🚗💙

After several years as a valued member of the DriveAbility Scotland team, our Driving Advisor and Specialist Driving Instructor, Stephen, is getting ready to hang up the car keys and begin his well-earned retirement!

Stephen became an Approved Driving Instructor in 2007 following a career change and went on to build a successful driving school before joining DriveAbility Scotland in 2022, ready for a new challenge.

Since then, Stephen has played an important role within our team, supporting people to drive safely and confidently. From providing familiarisation tuition for drivers learning to use vehicle adaptations, to offering specialist tuition to learner drivers using hand controls. His experience, patience and knowledge have made a real difference to so many people.

While we’re very sad to see him go, Stephen has a particularly lovely reason for looking forward to retirement. 💕
He’ll be spending more precious time with his family and, most importantly, enjoying plenty of time with his granddaughter! 👶💙

Stephen has been a wonderful part of the DriveAbility Scotland team and his experience, kindness and presence will be greatly missed.

Please join us in thanking Stephen for everything he has contributed and wishing him a long and relaxing retirement filled with family time, new adventures and lots of granddad duties!

Happy retirement, Stephen! From all of us at DriveAbility Scotland - we’ll miss you! 💙🩷

✨A huge thank you to everyone who came along to see us on Tuesday at the SEC Glasgow for It was great to meet so many o...
18/09/2026

✨A huge thank you to everyone who came along to see us on Tuesday at the SEC Glasgow for

It was great to meet so many of you, have some brilliant conversations and share more about the work we do at DriveAbility Scotland.

Our Fiona, Claire and Brian had a fantastic time chatting with visitors, answering questions and discussing the different ways we can support people with their driving and mobility needs. 🚗

It was also lovely to meet so many families, professionals and other organisations and learn more about the fantastic services and support available across Scotland.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand and said hello and, of course, a big thank you to the Kidz to Adultz team for having us! 💙

We hope to see you all again soon! 👋

Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions

👋 Fiona and Alex are representing DriveAbility Scotland at the Scottish Stroke Allied Health Professions Forum (SSAHPF) ...
17/09/2026

👋 Fiona and Alex are representing DriveAbility Scotland at the Scottish Stroke Allied Health Professions Forum (SSAHPF) in Stirling. 🚗💙

Today’s conference brings together professionals from across stroke care, rehabilitation and long-term support, with a focus on working together to improve stroke care and ensure better, more equitable support for people throughout their recovery.

Fiona and Alex are looking forward to meeting fellow professionals, sharing more about the work we do at DriveAbility Scotland and highlighting how our driving assessment services can support people following a stroke.

👋 If you’re attending today, be sure to stop by and say hello to Fiona and Alex!

🤟Last week, our Driving Adviser Fiona attended the West Scotland BSL Sign Club & Café in Paisley, alongside Graham Dow a...
16/09/2026

🤟Last week, our Driving Adviser Fiona attended the West Scotland BSL Sign Club & Café in Paisley, alongside Graham Dow and David O’Rorke.

The Sign Club & Café is a relaxed and welcoming space where Deaf people, BSL learners, families and anyone interested in BSL and Deaf culture can come together, meet new people, practise British Sign Language (BSL) and connect with the local community.

For Fiona, it’s a fantastic opportunity to continue developing her BSL skills and understanding of Deaf communication, helping us continue to make DriveAbility Scotland a more accessible and welcoming service for Deaf and BSL-using clients.

A huge thank you to Graham, David and everyone at West Scotland BSL for such a warm welcome!

The BSL Sign Club & Café is open to everyone, you don’t need any previous BSL experience and there’s no need to book. Just drop in!

📍The Kiln Creative Learning Hub

8 Seedhill Road, Paisley, PA1 1JT

🕕6pm–9pm on selected Wednesday evenings

📅Upcoming dates:

• 7 October 2026

• 4 November 2026

• 2 December 2026

• 6 January 2027

• 3 February 2027

Whether you’re Deaf, learning BSL, want to practise your signing or are simply interested in learning more about BSL and Deaf culture, everyone is welcome.

🚗💙 ONE DAY TO GO!Tomorrow’s the day! We’re looking forward to joining Kidz to Adultz Scotland 2026 at the SEC Centre in ...
14/09/2026

🚗💙 ONE DAY TO GO!

Tomorrow’s the day! We’re looking forward to joining Kidz to Adultz Scotland 2026 at the SEC Centre in Glasgow. 🙌

If you’re attending, make sure to come along and say hello to the DriveAbility Scotland team! 👋

We’ll be there to chat about our services, including driving assessments, vehicle adaptations, specialist driving tuition, driving from wheelchair assessments, and passenger and wheelchair access.

Whether you’re looking to start driving, return to driving or simply want to find out more about the options available to you, we’d love to have a chat. 💙

📍 SEC Centre, Glasgow
📅 Tuesday 15th September 2026

We can’t wait to see you tomorrow! 🚗✨

Kidz to Adultz Exhibitions

📼✨ What would the DriveAbility Scotland team have looked like in the ’80s?We couldn’t resist joining this trend! Big hai...
13/09/2026

📼✨ What would the DriveAbility Scotland team have looked like in the ’80s?

We couldn’t resist joining this trend! Big hair, bold colours and plenty of retro style - but the same team supporting people with driving, mobility and independence. 🚗💙

We think they suit the ’80s pretty well… what do you think? 😄

What a brilliant first day it’s been so far at Motability Scheme Live ! 🚗✨We’ve really enjoyed meeting and speaking to s...
11/09/2026

What a brilliant first day it’s been so far at Motability Scheme Live ! 🚗✨

We’ve really enjoyed meeting and speaking to so many of you today, answering your questions and sharing more about the work we do at DriveAbility Scotland.

If you’re at the Royal Highland Centre today, there’s still time to come and see us! 👋 Our team is here to answer your questions about driving assessments, vehicle adaptations, specialist driving tuition, passenger and wheelchair access, and more.

And if you can’t make it along today, don’t worry we’ll be back again tomorrow! 💙

📍 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
📅 Friday and Saturday
⏰ 9am to 4pm

Thank you to everyone who has come to speak to us already, we’re looking forward to meeting even more of you throughout the rest of today and tomorrow!

Come and say hello and ask us your questions! 🚘💙

🚗 Today’s the day! 🎉The DriveAbility Scotland team is all set up and ready for Motability Scheme Live, Edinburgh! 💙If yo...
11/09/2026

🚗 Today’s the day! 🎉

The DriveAbility Scotland team is all set up and ready for Motability Scheme Live, Edinburgh! 💙

If you’re heading to the Royal Highland Centre today, make sure you come and visit us and say hello! 👋

Our team will be on hand throughout the day to answer your questions and tell you more about what we do at DriveAbility Scotland, including:

🚘 Driving assessments

♿ Vehicle adaptations

🦽 Wheelchair and passenger access

💬 Advice and information about getting back to driving

You’ll also be able to see some adapted driving equipment up close and speak to our team about the different options available.

There’s lots to discover at the Royal Highland Centre, with us and other specialists at Motability Scheme Live, Edinburgh all in one place.

📍 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh

📅 Friday and Saturday

⏰ 9am to 4pm

We’re looking forward to meeting you, come and say hello! 💙🚗

10/09/2026

Sometimes, the signs that someone is struggling are easy to see. Other times, they can be almost impossible to notice.

That’s why checking in matters. 💛

Today, on 2026, we’re taking a moment to remind ourselves that looking after mental health is something we can all play a part in - at work, at home, and in our communities.

At DriveAbility Scotland, we know that everyone’s circumstances are different. Whether you’re working remotely, in the office, out and about, or simply getting through a challenging day, a small act of kindness can make a real difference.

💬 What can we all do?

👂 Listen - Sometimes people don’t need solutions. They just need someone who is willing to hear them.

🗣️ Start the conversation - Talking about mental health openly can help break down stigma and make it easier for someone to ask for help.

🤝 Check in - A quick message, a cup of tea, or simply asking “How are you really doing?” can mean more than you realise.

💛 Be there - You don’t need to have all the answers. Being present and showing someone that they’re not alone can be incredibly powerful.

We can’t always know what someone else is going through. But we can choose to notice, to ask, to listen and to care.

Today, and every day, let’s:

Reach out.

Listen without judgement.

Speak openly.

Look after ourselves and each other.

And remember - you don’t have to wait until things feel overwhelming to ask for support.

If you’re struggling, or worried about someone else, please reach out to a trusted person or a professional support service. 💛

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117 Brook Street
Glasgow
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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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