Head Up!

ALT Text saying: What we provide. Advice about: School, University, Careers, Finance, Mental health, Disability factsheets and more Case study articles and Opinion pieces: Time out from university, Access arrangements, Part time study, Internships, Home-schooling and more YouTube channel and Mentoring: Coming soon!

ALT Head Up! logo. “Having someone who understands and has shown how to achieve something that otherwise looked impossible”, Is this what you are looking for? Take part in our unique mentoring scheme for disabled people (age 14-18) by disabled uni student or graduates. Spaces still available on our 2025 program! For more info and registration go to website or follow the QR code. https://www.head-up.org/home/mentoring/

ALT What is involved? Paired with a mentor with a similar condition or subject choice. 1hr month virtual mentoring for at least 1 year. Led by the mentee - can cover: university applications, accessing support, revision tips, setting goals, navigating social situations, disability confidence and much more! Who ‘counts’ as disabled? We use disability as an umbrella term to cover a range of conditions. Even if you don't identify as disabled, you may still be eligible. This includes anyone who has a physical /mental health condition, SpLD, or neurodivergence. Safety is incredibly important to us. All our mentors have DBS checks and safeguarding training. We record all contact between you, and ask you & your mentor to sign our code of conduct. You can find our safeguarding policies on our website.

ALT Introducing Head Up! Our mission. We're run by disabled students and graduates, aiming to promote the interests of young disabled people by sharing insight and support. Our website and social media have resources and advice of UCAS, disability finance, exams, social life, mental health and more! We share case studies of disabled students and graduates to inform and inspire. 2024 Mentoring Programme! Our free mentoring scheme supports 14-18 year-olds who self-identify as disabled (or anyone who has a physical / mental health condition, SpLD or neurodivergence). Mentees are paired with a student/recent grad with a similar condition or studying a particular subject. They meet online for an hour per month for at least 1 year. Our safeguarding policies are available at head-up.org; mentors have DBS checks and safeguarding training. Find advice or register for mentoring: head-up.org. Sign up now!

ALT Head Up logo, higher education access for disabled and disadvantaged student. Is recruiting for mentors! We're seeking current uni students / recent grads with a disability* to support disabled mentees (aged 14-18). We ask for 1 hour a month (online). We offer safeguarding/mentoring training, plus a DBS check. *Anyone who self-IDs as disabled, has physical or mental health condition, SpLD, or is neurodivergent is welcome to apply. Find our more @headupuk or head-up.org online. Register your interest next to QR code. Any questions? Email: [email protected]

ALT Head Up! We're recruiting! Come along to our drop in Q+A event to find out more. Saturday 14th October 2-4pm, Zoom. Looking for: mentors, fundraiser, content creators, data protection advisor, safeguarding officer, project manager. QR code for zoom link or provided in bio.

ALT Head Up Logo. Pre-Uni Q&A. 27th August 3pm. Online (Zoom). Panel TBA. Find out more, arrow underneath.

ALT Head Up! Pre-Uni Q&A. Have any questions about starting university? Wondering about what it's like to be a disabled fresher? This Q&A is for you! Whether you're starting university this September, or still thinking about applying, we're here to talk all about the student experience. Our panel is TBC but so far includes students from York, Bristol, and Cambridge! Sign up here: QR Code.

ALT Fundraiser presented by Head Up! and SU Disabled Students' Campaign. Quiz night. Cartoon half brain and half lightbulb surrounded by question marks. 17th June 6.30pm at the SU Lounge. £5 each or £15 for a team of up to 6. All £ supports Head Up! disability outreach. Light bites and soft drinks included, BYOB, ice cream vouchers to be won. Register now! QR code image.

ALT Blue Badge parking applications. Image of Blue Badge with timer clock.

ALT What is a Blue Badge? The Blue Badge scheme enables easier parking for people with disabilities who would benefit from accessible parking spaces. You can use the badge when you are either the driver or passenger in a car and the Blue Badge is associated with you and not the car so you can use it whatever car you are in. A Blue Badge is valid for 3 years and enables you to park in disabled parking bays in car parks (often signalled by yellow paint and the outline of a person in a wheelchair in the parking spot). These spots will often be closer to the entrance/exit of the car park to mean less walking and often (but not always) have free parking.

ALT Who is eligible? Those who automatically eligible: Are registered blind or are severely sight impaired. Receive mobility-related disability support such as the mobility component of the DLA/PIP. You are still eligible for a badge if: You can’t walk at all, you can’t walk without help or the use of mobility aids e.g. crutches. You struggle to walk because of pain, breathlessness or the time it takes. Walking is dangerous for your health and safety. You are terminally ill. You drive but have a severe disability in both arms that means you can’t operate pay and display machines. You are a risk to yourself or others near vehicles, in traffic or car parks or find it impossible to control your actions. You struggle when planning or following a journey. You are frequently very anxious or fearful of public space.

ALT Blue Badge application process. It can take up to 12 weeks for a decision to be made on your Blue Badge application. You can apply online: https://www.gov.uk/apply-blue-badge You don’t have to complete all of the Blue Badge application sections at once - it can take a while to fill in! Sections include your personal details, attaching a photo that will be printed on your Blue Badge and answering relevant questions e.g. providing details about walking aids, pain levels and ability to complete simple journeys. You will then also need to attach supporting evidence from medical professionals. You’ll get an email if your application is successful and your Blue Badge will be sent to you in the post, along with a timer clock and an information booklet.

ALT Interview Q&A - 26th Nov 1pm. Meet our panel. Harsimran, biomedical sciences. Gabrielle, human social and political sciences. Jasmin, linguistics. Anna, archaeology. Images of our 4 panelists and a QR code.

ALT Head Up! Higher education access for disabled and disadvantaged students. is recruiting mentors and committee members! We're looking for mentors for disabled young people (aged 14-18). Do you self-ID as disabled, or have: A physical / mental-health condition. A specific learning difficulty. Are you neurodivergent. If so, we would love to have you onboard! You can also get involved as a team member, from finance to graphic design to events. Please email [email protected] to express your interest & find out more. We ask our mentors for: 1 hour per month. We offer mentoring training, safeguarding and DBS check* (subject to our budget). Head Up's mission. To offer support & encouragement to young people with disabilities, physical &/ mental health conditions, SpLDs, and neurodivergence. Image of QR code.

ALT Plain text: Introducing Head Up! higher education access for disabled and disadvantaged students. Our mission. We're run by disabled students and graduates, aiming to promote the interests of young disabled people by sharing insight and support. Advice. Our website has resources and advice on UCAS, disability finance, exams, social life, mental health & more! Insight. We share case studies of disabled students & graduates on our social media and website to inform and inspire. Mentoring. New intake Jan '23. Our free mentoring scheme supports 14-18 year-olds who self-identify as disabled (or anyone who has a physical/mental health condition, SpLD, or neurodivergence). Mentees are paired with a student/recent grad with a similar condition or studying a particular subject. They meet online for an hour per month for at least 1 year. Our safeguarding policies are available at head-up.org; mentors have DBS checks and safeguarding training. For advice or register for mentoring at: head-up.org.