The Legacy Rainbow House is a small but growing charity which supports over 80 children with disabilities from across the North West of England, from Kendal to Wrexham from Burnley to Southport.  The Princess’s visit confirms that the charity is building a reputation in the UK for the value of its work.  Its ethos is based on a holistic approach to developing a child’s abilities and enabling disabled children to live more independent lives.  Rainbow House offers conductive education, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy and music, drama and art therapy.  There is also a fantastic range of activities and facilities available at the centre including horse riding, a farm, small animals, a sensory play area, a sensory garden and a superb outdoor play area.  Ultimately a sports facility is planned to be funded by the charity’s partnership with Manchester United. 

Joe Mawdsley continues,“I founded The Legacy Rainbow House in 2001 to meet the needs of my two sons William and Thomas (seen at left), both of whom attend the centres.  The Legacy centre will be their legacy to other children with disabilities whose lives can be enhanced by the services we offer.” The Legacy Rainbow House is supported by a number of major supporters including, Moto (motorway services), Manchester United, Wooden Spoon, Pannone Law Firm and David Thomas hairdressing.  New sponsors and partners are actively being sought to help the charity reach its target to raise £1 million this year for the new Legacy centre.  Businesses, organisations and individuals wishing to find out more about supporting the charity should contact The Legacy Rainbow House on 01257 452511 or 01704 823276 or visit http://www.thelegacy-rainbowhouse.com/.