Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

23/03/2026

Tim is levelling up.

After being diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, Tim experienced pain and weakness in his hands and arms, making everyday tasks — including driving a powered wheelchair — incredibly difficult.

With support from our Compass computer team, adapted gaming technology helped him rebuild strength, confidence and independence.
After just two months, Tim was able to drive his wheelchair again.
This spring, you can help more people like Tim regain their independence.

Donate today:
https://buff.ly/IvcT8UJ

19/03/2026

What an incredible achievement by ‘Team Will’s Recovery’!

Last Sunday, the team conquered the Hampton Court Half Marathon. Through their amazing efforts, they raised an outstanding £11,078 for the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability which will contribute directly towards their good friend Will’s rehabilitation.

To every single runner, supporter and donor, thank you. Your commitment, energy and generosity make a real difference!

15/03/2026

Huge congratulations to the 12 amazing supporters of the RHN running in the Hampton Court Half Marathon today. What glorious weather for it! Our cheer squad secured a sweet spot right next to the finish line so we hope you spotted us. Have a restful evening and don’t forget to share your pictures with us!

03/02/2026

Managing Complex Tone: Spasticity and Casting Tuesday 17 – Wednesday 18 March 2026

If you are a physiotherapist or occupational therapist working in neurology, book now for this course offering a theoretical and practical introduction to casting complex neurological patients.

Key learning objectives include:
- Fabricating upper and lower limb Scotch and soft casts
- Developing shared OT/PT reasoning and practical skills to integrate casting into interdisciplinary practice
- Understanding the role of and indicators for the use of botulinum toxin
- Improved knowledge in the assessment and measurement of spasticity including goal setting and outcome measures
- Understanding the evidence base behind the use of botulinum toxin and casting
- Exploring everyday practice issues through the use of case studies
- Up-to-date knowledge of the evidence and guidelines that govern spasticity and splinting practice For further details and to book: https://buff.ly/KQrq9TS

Tuesday 17 – Wednesday 18 March 2026 Two-day practical training course This course offers a theoretical and practical introduction to casting complex neurological patients. There will be a presentation of the evidence relating to the use of botulinum toxin and casting within focal spasticity, inte...

03/02/2026

Last Wednesday (21 January), colleagues took a moment to pause, stretch and reset during a seated yoga session, as part of My Wellbeing Matters Week.
The session offered a gentle and accessible way to support physical wellbeing, helping colleagues release tension, improve posture and enjoy a mindful predominately seated practice — a reminder that wellbeing can be built into even the busiest of days.
Thank you to everyone who took part 💙

02/02/2026

Step into a world of magic this Easter! Sunday 29th March
Join us at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability for a truly enchanting Easter Event inspired by the timeless tales of Beatrix Potter.

Bring your little ones and immerse yourselves in a day full of joy, featuring:
• A magical Easter show
• An exciting egg hunt
• Arts & crafts fun
• An adorable Easter bonnet parade

A perfect family day out filled with creativity, imagination and Easter cheer.

Book your place here:

Bring your little (or big!) ones for some Easter egg hunting fun in our gardens! Everyone who take part win an Easter Egg.

02/02/2026

On behalf of everyone at RHN, a huge thank you to the members of the Kington Inner Wheel Club for their thoughtful and kind donation of 43 handmade drawstring bags filled with toiletries for our residents. These will bring so many smiles and much-needed comfort.

02/02/2026

Welcome to the first edition of our 2026 newsletter!

We’re kicking off the year with something a little different. We’ve retired the clunky PDF downloads you used to get; you can now enjoy a fully interactive online version of our Spring update. With just one click, you can dive straight into the stories and successes you’ve made possible at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability.
🌟 Inside This Issue:
• Your Impact in Action: Check out our new infographic! It shows exactly how your generosity provided everything from Music Therapy to essential equipment over the past year. Spoiler alert: You’ve been amazing!
• Investing in Hope: Read our 2026 Appeal. With more than 190 patients expected to join us for rehabilitation and long-term care this year, we explore how your support funds the "extras" that the NHS doesn't like wheelchair sports and our therapeutic gardens.
• Hospital Round-up: Get the latest news from across our wards, including updates on our corporate support and some beautiful pictures from our Christmas celebrations.

https://rhn.pagetiger.com/rhn-spring-newsletter

29/01/2026

We’re delighted to welcome two new Trustees to the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN): Rebecca Myers and Janet Kidd. Rebecca brings over 40 years of experience working in and alongside the NHS as a clinician, senior leader, coach and academic. She has led complex system change at every level, with a strong focus on quality, risk management and continuous improvement. Rebecca also supports healthcare organisations to build effective relationships across multiple stakeholders.

Janet is a highly experienced lawyer with more than 20 years of international experience across the healthcare and life sciences sectors. As General Counsel, she has advised boards and executive teams within publicly listed companies, privately owned organisations and the NHS. Their combined expertise will strengthen our governance and support our ongoing commitment to delivering outstanding, innovative neuro-rehabilitation care. We’re thrilled to have them on board.

27/01/2026

Step into a world of magic this Easter! Sunday 29th March

Join us at the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability for a truly enchanting Easter Event inspired by the timeless tales of Beatrix Potter.

Bring your little ones and immerse yourselves in a day full of joy, featuring:

A magical Easter show
An exciting egg hunt
Arts & crafts fun
An adorable Easter bonnet parade

A perfect family day out filled with creativity, imagination and Easter cheer.

Book your place here: RHN Easter Eggstravanza Tickets, Sun, 29 Mar 2026 at 11:00 | Eventbrite

https://www.rhn.org.uk/events/rhn-easter-egg-stravaganza/

16/01/2026

What an honour! ✨ We’re incredibly proud to have been the nominated charity at The Globe Travel Awards last night; the UK travel industry’s biggest awards ceremony.

A huge thank you to everyone who supported the RHN, helping to raise vital funds for people with profound brain injuries and shining a powerful spotlight on the hospital’s work. We’re so grateful to be part of such an inspiring evening!

22/12/2025

Last week, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability (RHN) was proud to host our annual Christmas Show, bringing patients and staff together to celebrate the festive season. Christmas at the RHN has always been something special, and this year was no exception. The show was filled with a wonderful atmosphere as staff and patients came together to enjoy performances from our incredibly talented choir, alongside a special appearance from the Putney Chiefs. It was fantastic to see so many colleagues taking part, alongside some of our patients, making the event truly memorable and a reflection of the strong sense of community that defines RHN.

Thank you to everyone that was involved in helping to organise such a memorable event.