Make a donation
Thank you so much for supporting Diverse Abilities.
We really appreciate your support and everything helps to truly make a difference to the children and adults we support each year.
Find out more about our services
We are the only organisation in Dorset supporting children and adults with physical and learning disabilities. Our services include a specialist school, respite homes, supported living bungalows, activity sessions in school holidays, sibling support, parent support, an adults day centre, and an advice team.
Join a fundraising event
We host all sorts of fundraising events throughout the year as we need to raise around £800,000 to provide our vital services. From craft clubs to Gala Balls, there’s something for everyone. Take a look at our upcoming events below.
This beginner-friendly workshop is perfect for anyone curious about knotting and looking to make something beautiful by hand — no experience needed.
A whole range of distances available to take on the challenge along the beautiful Dorset coastline.
We’re opening the doors of our soft play centre to everyone, helping to raise valuable funds for the charity.
An evening of all things country; live music, great food, line dancing, and more all for a fantastic cause
We’re opening up our fully accessible sensory garden for the day.
An evening of watercolour painting - perfect for beginners or those looking to improve on their basics