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Support for DisabilityDevelopment Officer.The Council has been making paths more accessible by taking out stiles andleaving gaps where possible, or replacing the stiles with gates. If you know ofa path where local people would benefit from such changes please let thecouncil Countryside Services department know.‘Disabled Access to the Countryside’ is a booklet compiled by GroundworkWrexham and Flintshire listing details of eight countryside locationsaccessible to more severely disabled people. It includes detailed informationabout the amenities and information about public transport or communitytravel options. Copies are available on the Council web site, fromGroundwork, the Council or Wrexham Tourist Information Centres.The Hearts and Minds, Pedal Power Project is managed by GroundworkWrexham & Flintshire. Based in Alyn Waters Country Park, it aims to makecycling accessible to children and adults with a variety of disabilities byarranging daily bike riding sessions on special bikes and hand cycles, on apurpose built tarmac circuit. All rides are free, fully supervised withinstructions given. A variety of bikes will be offered to suit most needs withhelmets, gloves and rainproof jackets provided.Walking North Wales web site provides information on North Wales walksand all-abilities trails.Support GroupsSupport groups provide regular personal contact with people who shareconditions and experiences. Contact the Strategy for Older People team forup to date information or contact the AVOW Community DevelopmentOfficer for help and information on starting a new group.General Disability SupportIf you are looking after a relative or friend who could not manage without yourhelp, you are a carer. North East Wales Carers’ Information Service haveproduced a carers pack that lists support services and provides detaileddescriptions of the financial help that is available to disabled people and theircarers.Wrexham Young Carers offer help, information and support to young peopleunder 18 whose lives are restricted by the need to take responsibility for aperson who is chronically ill, disabled, is affected by a mental health problemhttp://www.wrexham.gov.uk/50+48