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Is There An Autism Society In Spain?

Yes, there is. http://www.autismo.org.es/AE/default.htm (Spanish only) In English: http://fespau.es/_ING/index-ing.html Association for parents of persons with Autism: http://apna.es/ Foundation providing info on treatment/services, apps and mor

Can I Get Free Check-ups As A Pensioner In Spain?

The Spanish NHS does offer this service. Please read the doc in the Library, Section Health, for details. https://www.citizensadvice.org.es/wp-content/uploads/HEALTHCARE-FREE-CHECK-UPS-FOR-OVER-65-THROUGH-SPANISH-NHS.pdf

How Do I Apply / Renew Ehic Card From Spain?

Living as a resident in Spain, but receiving pension from the UK and thus making use of the Spanish National Health System by having S1 accredited by INSS? You will need the EHIC for medical cover outside of Spain. This link will give you info o

Disability – Is There A Website With Info For Disabled Persons In Spain?

Yes there is. This one for example. DISCAPNET Or you could read this blog from the Junta de Andalucia if you’re in that Autonomous region. Blog Junta de Andalucia

Disability - As A Disabled Person, Am I Exempt Of Paying Road Tax?

Yes you are, if your disability is graded 33% or more. It´s stated in letter A of Annex II of the Reglamento General de Vehículos, Real Decreto 2822/1998, de 23 de diciembre. You apply at Town Hall and need to bring the following documents: C

I Work In Spain. How Do I Obtain Healthcare Cover For Holidays Back Home?

You can apply for a TSE Tarjeta Sanitaria Europea. Visit the Library, Section Health, for full details on the file: TSE/EHIC – OVERSEAS MEDICAL COVER, DON´T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT IT.

How Can I Find Out If I Am Entitled To Healthcare In Spain?

You can check this simply from home and online. Visit the Library, Section Health and you will locate the information required. Or click the link below for direct access. With digital signature or Clave Permanente, choose the 1st option in the l

How Do I Make A Doctors Appointment?

You can do so in person, by phone and online. All explained in the information sheet in The Library, Section Health, A SIMPLE WAY TO MAKE A DOCTORS APPOINTMENT For direct access, click THIS LINK

How To Choose Private Medical Insurance

The medic on our team, Maria Cecilia Tacchi, wrote a very helpful piece on this subject. You can find it in Health Section of the Library under QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE TAKING OUT PRIVATE MEDICAL INSURANCE. Or click this link for direct access. L

How Do I Apply For A Disability Parking Badge?

Information about the Blue Badge parking found in the link below. To make an application you need you need an assessment and meet the requirement of disability is a minimum of 33%. Where to submit your application varies  depending on region. M