Disabled Drivers Association

Disabled Drivers Association (DDAI) is an organisation working for disabled people, promoting independence and equal opportunity

The Association was founded in Mayo in 1970 and has gone on to become an important provider of quality services to people with limited mobility throughout Ireland. Employing 18 dedicated people at its headquarters in Ballindine, Co. Mayo, the organisation's members are people with disabilities themselves. As such, the members are an important source for the generation of new initiatives.

28/05/2026

Shopmobility Ireland at Bloom from Thursday 28th May until Monday 1st June. Providing manual wheelchairs for use at the event.

Motability Ireland are hosting a Summer Sales Show at their showroom in Ashbourne on Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd May.T...
20/05/2026

Motability Ireland are hosting a Summer Sales Show at their showroom in Ashbourne on Friday 22nd and Saturday 23rd May.

They will also be launching the very first fully electric Kia PV5 WAV on Saturday.

Why not take a visit to the show, see the vehicles on display, and find out what information and supports are available.

Visit: https://motabilityireland.com/

The Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland held its Annual General Meeting in Loughrea, Co. Galway on Saturday, 9th May...
10/05/2026

The Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland held its Annual General Meeting in Loughrea, Co. Galway on Saturday, 9th May.

The event was very well attended, with members coming together for a day of discussion, updates, and engagement. There were lots of valuable conversations throughout the day, highlighting the importance of continued advocacy, support, and representation for disabled drivers and passengers across Ireland.

Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to the discussions. Your input and support are greatly appreciated.

Great discussions at the 56th DDAI AGM in Loughrea.
09/05/2026

Great discussions at the 56th DDAI AGM in Loughrea.

03/05/2026

Looks like the News at 6 has heard about Motability Irelands Summer Sales Show coming up🤩🤣Friday May 22nd and Saturday May 23rd, mark the dates in your calendars and see you all there🥰🎉

Marcus Hufsky has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland, bringing wit...
01/05/2026

Marcus Hufsky has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the Disabled Drivers Association of Ireland, bringing with him a wealth of experience from over two decades of committed service in the Irish disability and voluntary sectors. Marcus will be taking up his new role on Monday 22nd June 2026. Read more https://ddai.ie/news

Just a gentle reminder to DDAI Members that the DDAI’s 56th Annual General Meeting will take place on Saturday 9th May 2...
30/04/2026

Just a gentle reminder to DDAI Members that the DDAI’s 56th Annual General Meeting will take place on Saturday 9th May 2026 at the Loughrea Hotel & Spa, Athenry Road, Loughrea, Co. Galway, H62 Y189.

Join us for our annual gathering for a day of discussion, updates and networking. This in-person event is a valuable opportunity to connect with fellow members, share ideas and help shape the future of our organisation.

Meet our new CEO, Marcus Hufsky, and say farewell to our retiring CEO, Kenneth Fox. Full AGM Agenda - https://ddai.ie/news

Temporary Learner PermitHave you been asked to complete an On-Road Driving Assessment, but your current driver’s licence...
30/04/2026

Temporary Learner Permit

Have you been asked to complete an On-Road Driving Assessment, but your current driver’s licence has expired and your insurance company is refusing to insure your vehicle?

There is a solution: A doctor can request the Road Safety Authority to issue a temporary learner permit for the purposes of completing an On-Road Driving Assessment (ORDA). Full details on how to apply for a temporary Learner Permit can be found here: https://ddai.ie/news

14/04/2026

⚠️ If you give false or misleading information when you apply for or renew a Disabled Person's Parking Permit, you could be:

💶 Fined up to €2,500
💶 Put in prison for up to 6 months

🚗 If you park in a disabled parking space without a valid permit, you can be fined €150. This increases to €225 if not paid within 28 days.

🚙 You can be fined €200 for misusing a disabled person's parking permit. This increases to €300 if you don’t pay within 28 days.

14/04/2026

🚿 Struggling with everyday tasks at home? 🏡

The Mobility Aids Grant Scheme helps pay for small changes to make moving around your home safer and easier.

👥 The grant is for older people and people with disabilities.

It can support you to make basic changes to your home, like adding:

🛁 An accessible shower
🪜 A stair-lift
🛠️ Grab rails
♿ Ramps
🛏️ A fixed track hoist

You can get up to €8,000, if you get 100% of the grant💸

Your household income must be less than €37,500 a year. You and your partner’s income from last year is assessed for the grant. Some payments are not considered in the assessment, like Fuel Allowance. There are also other disregards, for example, for housing costs.

You may qualify for the grant if:

✔️ You own the home or rent from a private landlord or an approved housing body and you have their permission or you live in a group home
✔️ Your home is your main residence
✔️ Your tax and Local Property Tax are up to date

Social housing tenants can’t apply for this grant.

To apply for the grant:

📝 Fill in the application form from your local authority. A doctor must complete and sign part of it.
📝 Include documents like proof of household income and proof your Local Property Tax is paid
📝 Send the application to your local authority

👉 The local authority will review your application, assess your home, and let you know their decision.

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Ballindine
Claremorris

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 5:30pm
Thursday 9am - 5:30pm
Friday 9am - 5:30pm

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