Last updated Jul 12, 2024 | News
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, we hand over to 16-year-old Rhys from London to talk about the impact equipment has made, not only on...
Last updated Jul 9, 2024 | News
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...
Last updated Jun 28, 2024 | News
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....
Last updated Jun 19, 2024 | News
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...
Last updated Jun 3, 2024 | News
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...
Last updated May 29, 2024 | News
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...
Last updated May 17, 2024 | News
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...
Last updated May 14, 2024 | News
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...
Last updated Apr 26, 2024 | News
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...
