Open Road Access (ORA) is delighted to announce that we have been shortlisted as a finalist in two categories at the 2026 Case Management Society UK (CMSUK) Awards:
- Rehabilitation Provider of the Year
- Service Provider of the Year
The CMSUK Awards celebrate organisations and professionals making an outstanding contribution to case management, rehabilitation, and the lives of people recovering from serious injury, illness, and disability. To be recognised as a finalist is an honour—and one that reflects not only our team’s work, but the growing recognition that accessible transport is an essential part of successful rehabilitation.
Transport is more than logistics
Around a year ago, Open Road Access (ORA) began working more closely with the rehabilitation sector with a simple belief:
Transport should be considered an enabler of rehabilitation, independence, and participation, not simply a logistical consideration.
For someone recovering from a life-changing injury or adapting to a new disability, rehabilitation extends far beyond clinical treatment. It is about rebuilding confidence, regaining independence, and returning to the activities that matter most.
However, none of that is possible if someone cannot reliably get to where they need to be.
Whether attending therapy appointments, returning to work, visiting family, participating in education, or simply reconnecting with their community, accessible transport often becomes the link that enables progress.
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Working alongside rehabilitation professionals
Since expanding our work within the rehabilitation sector, we’ve had the privilege of partnering with professionals across the UK who share this vision.
This includes:
- Case Managers
- Occupational Therapists
- Physiotherapists
- Rehabilitation Providers
- Personal Injury and Clinical Negligence Solicitors
- Insurers
- Families and carers
Together, we’ve seen firsthand how providing the right transport at the right time can remove practical barriers that might otherwise slow or prevent recovery.
Every rehabilitation journey is unique, which is why flexibility matters. From short-term wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) hire following hospital discharge to longer-term rental while permanent mobility solutions are arranged, accessible transport can provide continuity during critical stages of rehabilitation.
Recognising the role of accessible transport in rehabilitation
For many years, transport has often been viewed as an operational consideration rather than a rehabilitation intervention.
That perspective is changing.
Increasingly, rehabilitation professionals are recognising that independence is shaped not only by clinical outcomes, but also by whether people can participate fully in everyday life.
- Being able to attend appointments consistently.
- Being able to return to employment.
- Being able to spend time with friends and family.
- Being able to say “yes” to opportunities rather than being limited by a lack of accessible transport.
These outcomes matter, and we’re encouraged to see transport receiving greater recognition as an important part of holistic rehabilitation planning.
Supporting rehabilitation across the UK
Open Road Access provides flexible, nationwide accessible transport solutions designed to support individuals, families, and rehabilitation professionals.
Our service includes:
- Nationwide delivery and collection.
- Flexible hire periods, from a single day to long-term rental.
- A wide range of wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs).
- Adapted driving solutions where appropriate.
- Responsive support as rehabilitation needs change.
Our aim is simple: to make accessible transport straightforward, reliable, and available when people need it most.
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Looking ahead
Being named a finalist for both Rehabilitation Provider of the Year and Service Provider of the Year is a proud moment for everyone at Open Road Access.
More importantly, it reflects the progress being made across the rehabilitation sector in recognising that recovery is about more than healthcare alone. Removing practical barriers—such as access to suitable transport—can have a meaningful impact on a person’s ability to rebuild their life.
Congratulations to all of the finalists in the 2026 Case Management Society UK (CMSUK) Awards. We look forward to celebrating the outstanding work taking place across the sector and continuing to learn from so many exceptional organisations and professionals.
Finally, thank you to every case manager, occupational therapist, rehabilitation provider, solicitor, insurer, customer, and family who has trusted Open Road Access to play a small part in their rehabilitation journey.
We’re incredibly grateful for your support and excited about what comes next.
FAQs
What does Open Road Access do?
Open Road Access provides nationwide wheelchair accessible vehicle (WAV) hire and adapted vehicle rental across the UK. We support individuals, families, case managers, occupational therapists, rehabilitation providers, insurers, and solicitors with flexible, accessible transport solutions.
Why is accessible transport important during rehabilitation?
Accessible transport enables people to attend rehabilitation appointments, return to work or education, reconnect with family and friends, and participate in everyday life. Removing transport barriers can support independence and improve rehabilitation outcomes.
How can rehabilitation professionals work with Open Road Access?
We work with case managers, occupational therapists, rehabilitation providers, insurers, and solicitors across the UK to provide flexible wheelchair accessible vehicle hire tailored to individual rehabilitation needs. Whether transport is required for a few days or several months, our team can help identify the most appropriate solution.
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