Resources
Check out all of the resources available for people with hidden disabilities below. These resources are available on various organisations and departmental websites.
Sunflower Lanyard Scheme
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This is a scheme that originated from Gatwick Airport, on how to identify someone with an invisible disability when using their disability services. It has now grown and expanded to the UK and Ireland and can be used in shops, services and transport. To find out more or to get your own sunflower lanyard/ pin visit www.hiddendisabilitiesstore.com
Disabled Persons Parking Permit
This is a scheme which is now open to many disabilities including some types of invisible disabilities, depending on your condition and the eligibility criteria. To find out more information and to apply for the scheme visit www.iwa.ie
JAM Card Scheme
The JAM Card Scheme, short for (Just A Minute) was launched in Ireland back in 2019. This is a card for those who have a learning disability or difficulty or anyone with a communication barrier. When you present it, it lets someone know what they "Need just a moment". For more information visit www.jamcard.org
DARE Scheme
The Disability Access Route to Education is for any student sitting their leaving certificate with a disability, illness or condition which has a significantly impact on their education can apply for this scheme to reduce points for college courses , to ensure that everyone has an equal chance to progress into higher education. For more information, visit www.accesscollege.ie/dare
Priority Pass for Persons with a
Disability
This is a pass that can be used for Disneyland Paris during their stay in the park. This pass is issued at City Hall for anyone who presents with a disability or documentation of proof of disability that you are less able to stand in queues due to that disability/ illness or condition. To find out more visit www.disneylandparis.com
Disability Allowance
This is a social welfare payment from the Irish Government for people who have a permanent disability that prevents them from working in Ireland due to their condition with a weekly payment of €208. For more information visit www.gov.ie/disability allowance
Accessible Toilets
Disabled or accessible toilets are for everyone who has a disability irrespective of how visible their condition is. Signs like these help raise awareness that some users have invisible disabilities
Priority Seating
People with invisible disabilities can access priority/ accessible seating via ticketmaster for concerts, matches and events. Please check their website for more information!
Important Flyer
This scheme is available at Dublin Airport for passengers to use. However, it is only currently available for people with Autism. For more information visit the Dublin Airport website.
Sunflower Parking Space
This scheme was piloted by Waterford County Council and was met with great excitement and praise. We hope this scheme will be rolled out across Ireland in the coming months.
