Runners needed to celebrate Dorset charity’s anniversary

A Dorset disability charity which was established in 1955 is looking for 70 runners to celebrate its 70^th anniversary.

Diverse Abilities was set up by Phyllis Edwards when she formed a group of parents who were intent on providing better opportunities for their children with physical and learning disabilities. At the time, the only option was to send your child away to another part of the country. The group decided that was not good enough, and this was the start of what is now Diverse Abilities.

The charity has grown from that small group of parents to supporting thousands of people across Dorset, providing a special school, children’s respite, family support, an activity and therapy centre for adults, and a supported living service.

Runners can sign up to any run of their choice, or sign up for a charity place for the Dorset Mud Run in May or Run Bournemouth in October.

Francesca Potton, community fundraiser at Diverse Abilities, said: “We’d love for people to take on a challenge, whether you are an experienced runner or a newbie. We will help guide you through your training and give you everything you need to succeed in your fundraising.”

Find out more and sign up at diverseabilities.org.uk/70runners.