Kids (charity)

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Kids is a charity based in the United Kingdom which aims to help disabled children and their families. Our vision is a world in which all Disabled children and young people realise their aspirations and their right to an inclusive community which supports them and their families. Our mission is to enhance the lives of Disabled children, young people and their families, through play, leisure, education, family support, information, advice and training, empowering them to change their society.

[edit] History

Kids was established in 1970 by John Mulcahy, a teacher who became concerned about the development of a Disabled child in one of his classes. He wanted to improve communication with this child and sought out guidance from the child's mother. This in turn established the Kids ethos of working in partnership with parent and carers to enable disabled children and young people to develop their skills and abilities and to fulfill their potential, hopes and aspirations. Kids has given great support to many, many children over the past 37 years^{[citation needed]} and is now considered the UK's leading charity promoting the inclusion of Disabled children into mainstream society. Kids delivers an extensive range of services to over 6,000 Disabled children and their families through our projects. Our work aims to make major difference in the lives of those who use them. Kids guides disabled children towards mainstream inclusion in their communities, and gives their parents respite, guidance and support. These services are delivered through regional centers, enabling our professionals to build closer relationships with the families.