Tips for Safe Disabled Dating Online

Introduction

Online dating can be a great way for disabled people to connect, but safety is crucial. Here are some guidelines:

Choose Trusted Platforms

• Use reputable disabled dating sites.
• Verify profiles and avoid suspicious accounts.

Protect Your Personal Information

• Be cautious sharing personal details.
• Don’t share financial or sensitive data.

Communicate Wisely

• Take your time getting to know someone.
• Use the site’s messaging system initially.

Video Chat

• Before meeting in person, have video chats.
• Ensure you’re comfortable with the person.

Meet in Public

• Plan first meetings in public places.
• Let someone you trust know your plans.

Trust Your Instincts

• If something feels off, trust your gut.
• Report any inappropriate behaviour.

Accessibility Considerations

• Ensure the chosen meeting place is accessible.
• Discuss any specific needs or accommodations.

Stay Cyber-Savvy

• Protect against online scams.
• Use strong, unique passwords.

Support System

• Keep friends and family informed.
• Share your dating experiences with them.

Remember, online disabled dating should be enjoyable and safe. Trust your instincts and prioritise your well-being.

 

Featured Resources

 

Luv2meetU is a friendship and dating service operated across nine regions in England. The service focuses on supporting people with learning disabilities or autism to develop and sustain relationships, improve their health and wellbeing, and extend their social networks. Activities range from meals out and sporting activities, to club nights and day trips – with members influencing the activities from week to week.

Disabled Dating

Disabled Dating offers a secure and supportive space developed exclusively for disabled singles seeking genuine connections. Their online community warmly welcomes members of all ages, embracing the diverse spectrum of physical and mental abilities.

 

Other Companies To Search for

• Enabled Dating
• Disability Match 
• Disability Matches
• Disabled Dating 4 U
• Disabled Dating Club
• Able to Love You 
• Stars in the sky
• Special Bridge
• Whispers4u
• Disabled Date Place
• Deaf Match
• Disabled Passions
• Love4Life
• Luv2meetU

Please note that our resources have no affiliation to Disability Horizons, but are ones that have been shared by our reader community, other charities and organisations, or paid for by companies to ensure Disability Horizons continues to run. Unfortunately, we cannot verify whether any of these resources are suitable for you and strongly recommend that you make enquiries with the relevant resource to confirm suitability.