It is possible to buy a Disabled Persons Railcard , which gives disabled people and their carers reduced rail travel. People registered as visually impaired, and wheelchair users who remain in their wheelchair for a rail journey, and their carers, are able to get discount travel, even if they do not hold a Disabled Persons Railcard. Season tickets are available for blind and partially sighted people. Contact your local station for details. Anyone aged 60 or over can buy a Senior Railcard , which gives discounts on all rail companies.
Forms are available from mainline stations.
Transport to Hospital Non-emergency ambulances may take patients to and from hospital where necessary. Depending on the hospital, initial referral is either via the GP or through the hospital. Travel Costs Anyone receiving Income Support or income-based Jobseekers. People who receive a War Pension, Disabled Person. Tax Credit may be entitled to help with fares.