Year: 2024 Newlife News
Newlife’s festive season survival guide for parents
Christmas is nearly upon us, which for most parents is something of a stressful time of year as they try to deal with the expectations of over-excited children (and some adults) as well as trying to Do All of The Things that make the festive season magical for our children. (more…) ...
read storyGrab your Black Friday bargains at Newlife!
While many know Newlife for its amazing charity work which provides disabled and terminally ill children and their families with the equipment and support and they need – (more…) ...
read storyDisability History Month – when equipment makes all the difference
Disability History Month explores a different aspect of disability each year, and for 2024 it runs from November 14 to December 20, with the theme of Disability, (more…) ...
read storyFind the best way for your family to celebrate Bonfire Night!
Bonfire Night is a part of the British calendar that has evolved far beyond its original purpose and now signals the beginning of winter, and many of us love (more…) ...
read storyGet ready for some spooky Halloween fun!
As the autumn weather begins to bite, we know that Halloween is just around the corner, offering lots of spooky fun to be had. To help your Halloween be a real (more…) ...
read storyMake autumn walks a must-do on your list of activities!
Summer already seems like a distant memory, and as the weather turns cooler and the days get shorter it can make it harder to keep children of all ages occupied and entertained (more…) ...
read storyFinding the right help for your teen to make the most of university
As the Autumn academic term starts lots of teens will be back in the swing of college or sixth form and trying to decide their next steps to achieve the future they want. (more…) ...
read storyMaking the right choice for your child’s school
Whether your child is going to school for the first time, starting a new school or making the leap from primary to secondary, you both have lots of new experiences to navigate, (more…) ...
read storyDisability Awareness Day – what having the right equipment means!
Having the right equipment at the right time can make a world of difference to the life of a disabled child. To mark Disability Awareness Day 2024 on Sunday, July 14, (more…) ...
read storyMaking summer fun weatherproof for your kids of all abilities
It might be summer, but as usual, the British weather is, well, unpredictable. And the school holidays are just weeks away, which means endless weeks of trying to entertain (more…) ...
read storyEnjoy summer fun at the beach for all the family
Day trips to the beach can create memories for families to treasure, with everyone relaxed and happy and nothing to do but enjoy yourself – but not all beaches (more…) ...
read storyYour chance to make your voice heard about disabled children
Newlife’s Public Affairs and Campaign Manager, Matthew Jackson, has been extremely busy with our Fight For Our Future Campaign recently. And now with the General Election fast (more…) ...
read storyGive the gift of your time and become part of something special at Newlife
As well as celebrating National Volunteers Week, Katie Fletcher, Newlife’s Volunteer Recruitment and Support Officer, talks about her role – and why Newlife (more…) ...
read storyMake the most of any sunny summer days with activities for all the family
With the start of summer comes the hope of sunny days and time spent outdoors, which means lots of new ways to keep children occupied – so long as the rain (more…) ...
read storyCelebrating children by helping them live their best life every day
With a variety of days celebrating children across the UK and the world this month, it’s a good time to stop and remember that everything we do, both as parents (more…) ...
read storyNewlife Nurses – here to help support your mental health too
Mental Health Awareness Week runs from May 13-19, and is aimed at helping to start conversations about people’s mental health, as well urging people to access (more…) ...
read storyShining a light on children without a diagnosis
Undiagnosed Children’s Day is April 26, so we’re shining a light on what it means and how you can find support if your child doesn’t yet have a diagnosis. When a child has (more…) ...
read storyRacing to help disabled children receive equipment
The Cannock Chase Running Festival proved to be a great day out for all ages as the community came together to run – or walk – either 5k, (more…) ...
read storyNewlife calls on the Government to Fight For Our Future
We at Newlife are incredibly proud to launch our new campaign, Fight For Our Future, alongside Royal College of Occupational Therapists, Disabled Children’s Partnership, (more…) ...
read storyMake a free Will with Newlife and ensure your legacy
With Spring arriving many of us are giving our homes an update and taking care of those jobs we put off through the cold and dark winter months. (more…) ...
read storyWill is all set to run London Landmarks Half Marathon in April
Will Rygalski is the Newlife High Wycombe Store Manager – and a keen runner – so it was only natural that he would put his best foot forward and sign up for the London (more…) ...
read storyThis Mother’s Day we celebrate the joys of being mum to a disabled child
As Mother’s Day approaches, mum’s – and anyone in a mothering role – are being celebrated for the love, support and care they give so unconditionally. (more…) ...
read storyHelpline that supports with kindness, caring and compassion
On February 23 England celebrates Helplines Awareness Day, which was launched last year by Helplines Partnership. Helplines are all about supporting people through their (more…) ...
read storyMaking 2024 count – sign up to change lives today!
With the year coming to an end many of us will be focusing on what 2024 has in store for us – but it’s also an opportunity to take stock, make changes and let things go that we (more…) ...
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