


Making 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 bored children, unmoored by the sudden lack of their regular routine, and in need of...
Enjoy 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 have equal facilities which can make such days difficult, if not impossible, if you have a disabled child....
Your 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 approaching it’s more important than ever that we get a government that will place disabled...
Give 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 is such a great place to volunteer! Katie is always on hand to support our existing volunteers and help new...
Make 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 stays away! Just getting out of the house to enjoy some fresh air can make everyone feel better, even if...
Celebrating 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 and as a charity, is with the aim of helping them to live their best lives. For children with disabilities...
Newlife 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 the information, care and support they need. At Newlife this is something the charity has been passionate...
Shining 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 a diagnosis there can be a general sense of what you can expect to happen, but there are around...