Discover Your Ability 2026 Inspires Hundreds and Raised £20,000 for Disability Charity

Able2B's Discover Your Ability 2026 brought together more than 250 participants to celebrate inclusion, raise over £20,000 and prove that disability does not define potential.

Over 250 people from across the UK and Europe came together in Norwich for Able2B's flagship Discover Your Ability 2026 event, raising more than £20,000 so far while delivering an inspiring reminder that disability should never define a person's potential.

Rather than focusing on competition, the annual event celebrates determination, inclusion and personal achievement. 

Children, young people and adults living with disabilities, neurological conditions and long-term health conditions tackled a series of physical challenges side by side, encouraging one another every step of the way.

For the team at Able2B, the day represents much more than a fundraising event. It demonstrates the charity's belief that with the right support, encouragement and opportunities, people can achieve far more than they or others may once have believed possible.

Throughout the day there were countless inspirational moments.

Tommy, who suffered a global brain injury following an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, had once been told he was unlikely to survive and would never walk or communicate again. This year he independently completed the course in his powered wheelchair before walking the final 30 to 40 metres with support.

Twenty-four-year-old Holly, who had been unable to stand just four months ago after spending around three years in a wheelchair, thrilled supporters by running approximately 200 metres across the finish line.

Participants also travelled from Ireland, Germany and across Britain. Among them was Anke, who lives with cerebral palsy. After previously being told she required a hip replacement because of severe pain, she completed the course using hiking poles, pain free, following support from Able2B.

Eight-year-old Harry also captured hearts. Just three years ago he relied on a K-walker and lacked the confidence to join in with other children. This year he spent the day running lap after lap with his teammates as his proud parents watched from the sidelines.

Co-founder and consultant orthopaedic surgeon Rachael Hutchinson said the most powerful part of the day was seeing strangers become teammates, supporting one another regardless of their individual challenges.

Former British and European boxing champion and Able2B co-founder Jon Thaxton added that success is measured not simply by crossing a finish line, but by the confidence gained, friendships formed and perceptions changed.

With planning already underway for Discover Your Ability 2027, the charity continues to prove that when barriers are removed and opportunities are created, extraordinary things really can happen.

Those wishing to support Able2B's life-changing work can still donate through the Discover Your Ability 2026 JustGiving page, https://www.justgiving.com/page/able2b-directors-23?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

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How YOU Can be a Breath of Hope With Chilterns Neuro Centre Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Appeal

The Chilterns Neuro Centre has launched its 2026 annual appeal, Breath of Hope, with the aim of raising vital funds to support its specialist Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) service for people living with neurological conditions.

The appeal highlights the transformative impact hyperbaric oxygen therapy can have on the lives of people affected by MS, Parkinson’s and strokes. As one user of the service at the Centre said: “I couldn’t hold down a job without it.” 

The service supports hundreds of treatment sessions each year and forms a key part of the charity's wider programme of care, support and wellbeing services.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves breathing 100% oxygen in a specially designed pressurised chamber, allowing the body to absorb significantly more oxygen than usual which can aid the healing process. For many service users, the therapy helps improve quality of life, manage symptoms and maintain independence.

As a charity, the Chilterns Neuro Centre relies heavily on donations and fundraising to continue providing this specialist service. The Breath of Hope appeal seeks to ensure that local people can continue to access treatment and support when they need it most.

"Every day, we see the difference that hyperbaric oxygen therapy can make to people's lives,” Carol Jackson, oxygen therapy manager at the Chilterns Neuro Centre told That's Health

“For many of our members, it provides hope, relief and the opportunity to live more independently. Through the Breath of Hope appeal, we are asking our community to help us safeguard this vital service for the future."

Funds raised through the appeal will help cover the ongoing costs of operating and maintaining the hyperbaric oxygen service, including specialist equipment, chamber maintenance and clinical support.

The charity is encouraging individuals, businesses and community groups to get involved by making a donation, organising a fundraising event or helping to spread awareness of the campaign.

To find out more about the Breath of Hope appeal or to make a donation, visit chilternsneurocentre.org/breathofhope or contact the Chilterns Neuro Centre on 01296 696133.

Charity Golf Day Raises £12,000 for Neurological Support Services

The Chilterns Neuro Centre raised almost £12,000 at its annual Charity Golf Day, helping fund vital support and therapies for people living with MS, Parkinson's and stroke recovery needs.

A fantastic day of golf, community spirit and fundraising has helped the Chilterns Neuro Centre raise almost £12,000 to support people living with neurological conditions across the region.

The Centre's annual Charity Golf Day took place at the prestigious Stocks Golf Club, bringing together around 80 golfers, sponsors and supporters for a day of friendly competition on one of the area's most respected courses. 

More importantly, the event generated vital funds that will help the charity continue providing specialist therapies, wellbeing services and practical support for people affected by conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS), Parkinson's and stroke recovery.

Golfers enjoyed a competitive day on the fairways, with the team from Better Mobility emerging as overall champions. The winning team, made up of Lee Warner, Andy Wynn, Ryan Hirst and Bradley Dyer, delivered an outstanding performance throughout the tournament.

Adding to the celebrations, Andy Wynn also secured the individual winner's title, helping to make it a memorable day for the Better Mobility team.

The event was generously sponsored by EIC Insurance, whose support played a key role in making the fundraiser such a success.

Charlie Hicks, Managing Director of EIC Insurance, praised the event and the work of the charity.

"We are delighted to support the Chilterns Neuro Centre and the incredible work it does for people affected by neurological conditions," he told That's Health.

"The Golf Day was a fantastic opportunity to bring the local business community together while raising funds for a truly worthwhile cause. Congratulations to all the winners and everyone who took part."

The day concluded with prize presentations and additional fundraising activities, with participants celebrating both the sporting achievements and the difference their support will make to local people and families.

Kirsty Robson, Community and Events Fundraiser at the Chilterns Neuro Centre, thanked everyone involved in helping make the day such a success.

"We are incredibly grateful to Stocks Golf Club, our sponsors, players and volunteers for making this year's Charity Golf Day such a success," she said. "Every pound raised helps us continue providing life-changing services and support for people living with neurological conditions."

The Chilterns Neuro Centre supports hundreds of people every year through services including physiotherapy, exercise programmes, wellbeing activities and practical support. Its work helps people manage the challenges of neurological conditions while maintaining independence and quality of life.

Fundraising events like the Charity Golf Day are a powerful reminder of what can be achieved when communities come together for a good cause. With nearly £12,000 raised, the event has provided a welcome boost to the Centre's ongoing mission to help people live well with neurological conditions.

For more information about the Chilterns Neuro Centre and its services, visit its website and learn how you can support its important work.

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