About the Disability Foundation
In this section:
Who we are
The Disability Foundation (TDF) is a registered charity, promoting the
lives of all disabled adults, children and their families by supporting
them in their desire to live an independent and dignified lifestyle – making
their own choices. Our Centre provides a ‘one stop shop’ with
an holistic approach to both conventional and complementary
treatments and therapies.
With the use of our specialist disability information database, which is one of the largest in the UK, we are able to help with any query we receive, either directly or by referral. We aim to answer any question you may have regarding disability including accessible holidays, advice and funding for equipment, support groups etc. TDF are associate members of DIAL UK and RADAR, both recognised comprehensive national networks. The information service is free of charge and available to everyone.
The Disability Foundation also has a newly equipped specialist children's sensory room. This environment helps develop sensory and motor skills for physically disabled/special needs children. It additionally encourages children who are carers, non-communicative or frightened children to relax and interact with others.
Along with the room follows a whole range of specialist complementary therapies for children e.g. Baby Massage, and Craniosacral Therapy. Many of our adult therapies are also open to children.
With the use of our specialist disability information database, which is one of the largest in the UK, we are able to help with any query we receive, either directly or by referral. We can answer virtually any question you may have regarding disability: including accessible holidays, advice and funding for equipment, support groups, etc.
As associate members of DIAL UK, we are part of a recognised comprehensive network of nationwide support services.
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Appeals
You can support our work by giving online or by direct donations, 'give as you earn' schemes, private and corporate sponsorships and through wills or legacies.
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Our history
The Disability Foundation (TDF) was founded by Julie Fernandez whose ambition was to create a centre that catered for all forms of disability irrespective of age, gender, religion and financial status. With this in mind Julie approached Janet Desmond and with the first donation from Richard Desmond, Janet and Julie set up TDF as a limited company and registered charity in 1998 gaining its charitable status in 1999.
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Foundation.
Our founder - Julie Fernandez
The Disability Foundation (TDF) was the brain child of Julie Fernandez who has Osteogenesis Imperfecta, otherwise known as brittle bones. Julie has had over 70 operations and is a permanent wheelchair user.
Julie’s ambition was to create a centre that catered for all forms of disability irrespective of age, gender, religion and their financial status.
Julie says ‘TDF is my dream come true, a place where disabled people and their families can come to for support, information and a friendly face’.
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Our trustees
The Trustees are representatives elected to the Board by membership and determine TDF’s aims, objectives and priorities.
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trustees
Vacancies
Trustees
If you would like to consider becoming a Trustee and feel you have something to offer the charity please write to us at:
For the attention of the Chief Executive
The Disability Foundation
Based at RNOH
Brockley Hill
Stanmore
Middlesex
HA7 4LP
Volunteers
We are always looking for volunteers. If you live locally to our centre and would like to help please contact the Centre Manager to find out about suitable vacancies:
The Centre Manager,
The Disability Foundation,
Based at RNOH,
Brockley Hill,
Stanmore,
Middlesex,
HA7 4LP.