Disability Initiative

Call Directions Website Contact the organisation

Disability Initiative DI is committed to delivering high-quality care and slow stream rehabilitation.

Disability Initiative is an established charity, striving to empower adults with disabilities towards their personal goals, through specialised tailored services. We provide specialised services and support for disabled adults with complex physical disabilities and/or acquired brain injuries. DI is committed to delivering high-quality care and slow stream rehabilitation while respecting personal choice, dignity, and freedom. Our Resource Centres offer a vibrant, progressive, and dynamic environment where local communities provide a myriad of possibilities, and every individual has the opportunity to thrive.

🌍 World Mental Health Day: Saturday 10th October 2026This year's theme from the World Federation for Mental Health is "L...
10/10/2026

🌍 World Mental Health Day: Saturday 10th October 2026

This year's theme from the World Federation for Mental Health is "Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change." 💙

At Disability Initiative, we know that people are the experts in their own lives. Too often, our experiences of mental health, from isolation and inaccessible services to the everyday weight of barriers and stigma, go unheard. Real change happens when we listen to the people living it and let their voices shape the support, services and communities around them.

This World Mental Health Day, we're asking you to:
🗣️ Share your story if you feel comfortable, because your voice matters
👂 Listen without judgement when someone opens up
♿ Push for mental health support that is accessible to everyone

If you're struggling, you're not alone, and support is available:
📞 Samaritans: call free on 116 123, any time, day or night (samaritans.org)
💬 Shout: text SHOUT to 85258 for free, confidential 24/7 text support (giveusashout.org)
🏥 NHS 111: call 111 and select the mental health option for urgent support in England
🌱 Mind: information and advice at mind.org.uk
🚨 In an emergency, always call 999.

Together, let's make sure every voice is heard. 💙

Building independence, confidence, and community for adults with physical and/or acquired brain injuries. This , we're ...
05/09/2026

Building independence, confidence, and community for adults with physical and/or acquired brain injuries.

This , we're celebrating the extraordinary resilience of our clients and the dedicated team at Disability Initiative. Every day, we provide specialised care, life skills training, and creative activities to empower adults with complex disabilities across our local community.

Charity is about creating opportunities, fostering connection, and ensuring everyone has the support they need to live life to the fullest.

Whether through volunteering, donating, or spreading the word, your support makes our work possible!

👉 Learn how you can get involved and support DI today: https://www.disabilityinitiative.org.uk/

The Collective Creations group is officially kicking off our brand-new group painting project, and we couldn't be more e...
11/08/2026

The Collective Creations group is officially kicking off our brand-new group painting project, and we couldn't be more excited to watch this canvas come to life!

Group projects are all about collaboration, community, and bringing dynamic energy into our shared spaces. Every brushstroke tells a story, and we can’t wait to share the journey and the final masterpiece with you all.

Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes progress updates, sneak peeks, and process shots as the artwork takes shape!

A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Longacres Bagshot Garden Centre for their incredibly generous donation of seed...
05/08/2026

A huge thank you to the wonderful team at Longacres Bagshot Garden Centre for their incredibly generous donation of seeds for our Gardening Group project!

Your support means the world to us. These seeds will help us transform our garden at DI into a peaceful, calming sanctuary - a space designed for quiet reflection, reducing stress, and connecting with nature.

We can't wait to see these seeds sprout into fresh vegetables and vibrant flowers over the coming months as our new garden space comes to life.

Stay tuned for progress updates as we get growing!

28/07/2026

We are incredibly grateful to our qualified Yoga & Sound Bath tutor into the space every week to guide our clients in the Yoga sessions.

These weekly sessions are so much more than just a programme. Providing access to holistic wellness opportunities like this is vital because it offers:

🌱 A Safe Space to Release: A dedicated hour to quiet the mind, let go of stress, and process emotions in a supportive environment.
🧠 Nervous System Regulation: The combination of gentle movement and soothing sound frequencies helps lower anxiety, improve sleep, and restore a sense of internal peace.
🤝 Connection & Community: Coming together for a shared healing experience reminds our clients that they are seen, supported, and never alone on their journey.

Investing in wellbeing isn't a luxury - it’s a foundational step toward healing and growth. Thank you to everyone who makes these sessions possible, and to our clients for showing up for themselves every week.

A huge, heartfelt thank you to the amazing team at Berkshire Birds of Prey for visiting us last Wednesday!🦉Despite the h...
21/07/2026

A huge, heartfelt thank you to the amazing team at Berkshire Birds of Prey for visiting us last Wednesday!🦉

Despite the heat outside, everyone stayed cool and comfortable thanks to their air-conditioned transport vans and our chilled indoor space!

Hands-on animal encounters like this are so much more than just a fun morning for our clients. Interactive sensory experiences like holding and stroking the birds help:

🌿 Reduce stress & promote calm through gentle tactile interaction

💡 Spark curiosity & cognitive engagement as we learned fascinating facts about each species

😊 Boost mood & social connection, bringing endless smiles, laughter, and shared moments

With temperatures on the rise, it's important to take a few simple steps to keep yourself and those around you safe.💧 Dr...
07/07/2026

With temperatures on the rise, it's important to take a few simple steps to keep yourself and those around you safe.

💧 Drink plenty of water
🧢 Wear a hat, sunglasses and sunscreen
🏡 Stay in the coolest place you can
⏰ Plan activities for the cooler parts of the day
🚗 Never leave anyone in a parked car – even for a short time

Please take a moment to read the Beat the Heat guidance below.

Stay cool, stay hydrated and look after one another.

22/06/2026

Please be advised that we are operating under our standard business hours this week, despite the current heatwave.

The health and well-being of our clients is incredibly important to us. We kindly urge all of our clients to take extra precautions during this period of extreme heat. Please ensure you stay well-hydrated, wear appropriate sun protection, and avoid prolonged exposure to the sun.

Any questions or queries please feel free to contact us at:
01276 676302
or e-mail us at:
[email protected]

We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud to share some amazing news about one of our very own DI clients, the imm...
19/05/2026

We are absolutely thrilled and incredibly proud to share some amazing news about one of our very own DI clients, the immensely talented Philip Barber!
Philip currently has a stunning exhibition of his drawings and paintings on display right now at the Surrey Heath Museum!

Philip’s collection is a beautiful celebration of still life and vibrant colour. The exhibition showcases a wonderful variety of his original artworks created across different mediums, and seeing his hard work and passion up on those gallery walls is an absolute joy for all of us at Disability Initiative.
We couldn't be prouder of his achievement!

If you are local to Camberley, please pop into the museum to experience Philip’s incredible talent in person.
Exhibition Dates: Running from now until 4th July 2026
Where to Find It: Surrey Heath Museum, 33 Obelisk Way, Camberley, GU15 3SH

A huge celebration of creativity and achievement in our Textile Sculpting programme! ✨Our clients have been designing an...
05/05/2026

A huge celebration of creativity and achievement in our Textile Sculpting programme! ✨

Our clients have been designing and creating their own stunning textured lanterns using fabric, showcasing not only their artistic skills but their imagination, patience, and determination. Each lantern is completely unique – a true reflection of their individuality and hard work.

From experimenting with textures to bringing their ideas to life, this group has created pieces that deserve to be seen and celebrated. We’re so proud of what they’ve accomplished!

Address

Camberley

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+441276676302

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Disability Initiative posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organisation

Send a message to Disability Initiative:

Shortcuts

Share