What We Do
Newlife Foundation puts the child’s needs first in all we do and all we are.
On a daily basis we are the ‘specialists for special children’ in the UK. The best way to understand what we do and how we help is to understand the sort of help we give when a call or email arrives from a family making an enquiry, by tracking what happens next we see the range of help and activities Newlife regularly provides:
Nurse Services
Just one call or email to a Newlife Nurse and in answering this we will begin to understand the needs of the child and family. Whatever the query our experienced and dedicated nurses will listen to the situation and then explain, what the possibilities are for Newlife to offer support and advice.
Many parents/families say that having children with a disability is like going into a restaurant and having no menu, they don’t know what’s on offer, what the possibilities are, what are the right questions to ask or what to expect. Our Nurses are able to overcome these problems using their clinical skills and their understanding gained from speaking to thousands of families every year. Best of all our Nurses listen, understand and care. Sad and challenging times face many families in this situation and having a dedicated Nurse to rely on gives immeasurable support
Equipment Grant Services
It is often during these early conversations that we identify a need such as equipment. If it’s information that is needed our nurses will supply and support. If it is a referral we will research and refer. If it’s equipment provision that’s needed we can often offer a grant and try to deliver the help they need – often within days.
Medical Research
Most parents ask ‘why me?’ ‘why my child?’ and we know medical research holds the key. This is why our links to sources of the latest research are crucial in keeping our Nurses up to date with new techniques in testing and both diagnostic and treatment advances. This knowledge comes directly from our own researchers and from leading researchers elsewhere in the UK and overseas.
Campaigns and Awareness
Many parents feel they have to battle to get the help they need and that they are very much alone. Our campaigning and awareness activities show them that we can help them have a voice on important issues and overcome their isolation.
Nurse Services Telephone 0800 902 0095 (Freephone)
One call to one number can make a world of difference. All calls are confidential and some people call us anonymously. Whatever the query, prior to birth or during a child’s life, our services will provide caring non judgmental support and direction – no fees, no membership – just great Nurse led help when it’s really needed.
