You may find the following website of assistance if you are looking for reputable companies or for information on a benefits or support.

Directgov

This is a government website which provides information on a wide range of public services. It is a good starting point for finding out more information benefits, NHS services, pensions and carers for example. http://www.direct.gov.uk/

The Disability Rights Commission (DRC)

The DRC was closed September 2007, many of its responsibilities were transferred to the Equality and Human Rights Commission. You can view the archived DRC website at http://www.direct.gov.uk/

The Equality and Human Rights Commission

Their mission is to promote equality and human rights. They provide advice and guidance on a wide range of topics. You can view heir website at http://www.equalityhumanrights.com/

The British Healthcare Trades Association (BHTA)

The BHTA is the UK's longest established healthcare trades association, its member companies agree to abide by a Code of Practice that is designed to give consumers peace of mind that suppliers are regulated by the body. The BHTA will act as an ombudsman for complaints against member companies and has the power to revoke membership in the event that their conduct is not deemed acceptable.

The BHTA Code of Practice has been approved by Office of Fair Trading (OFT) under the Consumer Codes Approval Scheme, this approval is only available to bodies who can prove their code of conduct has been proved to be effective when it comes o safeguarding and promoting the interests of consumers beyond the basic requirements of the law.

Minivator is a member of the BHTA.

You can find BHTA member companies by visiting their website at http://www.bhta.net/

The Office of Fair Trading (OFT)

The OFT is the UK's consumers and competition authority and it's aim is to ensue that markets work well for consumers. You can find out more about their work by visiting their website at http://www.oft.gov.uk/

Lift and Escalator Industry Association (LEIA)

LEIA is a Trade and Advisory body for the Lift n escalator industry. Membership is restricted to manufacturers only, all of whom agree to abide by a code of practice that governs their conduct. To find out more about what membership of LEIA means visit their website at http://www.leia.co.uk/

Minivator is a member of LEIA.

The Association of Charitable Officers (ACO)

The ACO exists to raise the profile of benevolent charities whilst supporting those working in the charitable field.

There are many charities that cater for a wide range of careers, many of these will offer assistance to the partners and/or children of eligible members as well as those who have worked in the relevant field.

Through its association with Turn2us the ACO is also able to help individuals access busaries for a wide range of assistive aids.

Visit the ACO website here: http://www.aco.uk.net/