- About Footsteps
Unique, ground-breaking physiotherapy programme of rehabilitation, therapeutic exercises and specialised equipment, to help patients achieve their full potential. » - Physiotherapy Programme
Intensive, child friendly, tailored therapy to meet patient specific needs, combining fun and games, with unique and traditional physiotherapy. » - Coming to the Centre
Three-week course of intensive physiotherapy usually comprising three hours of daily rehabilitation, five days a week. » - The Foundation
The Foundation provides financial assistance for those families who might otherwise not be able to afford Footsteps physiotherapy. » - Footsteps in Action
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Footsteps News
August 10th, 2011
The Boparan Charitable Trust
The Boparan Charitbale Trust is a charity based in Birmingham which can provide funding for accommodation. For more information please visit www.theboparancharitabletrust.com.
August 10th, 2011
Knightrider Challenge – not such an easy ride!
Footsteps Fundraiser John Chevis completed the London Knightrider cycle in 6 hours and 20 minutes raising money for Footsteps Foundation. The cycle passed over 50 London landmarks. The cycle was not without its fair share of drama, John says “dodging drunken people leaving pubs and clubs was an interesting experience, and I had one puncture about three miles from the half way stop at Alexandria Palace.
Unfortunately there are no pictures of John, ironically as he was taking a photo at Crystal Palace dressed in a Footsteps T Shirt, he got run over by another cyclist!
August 10th, 2011
Donations using JustTextGiving
Did you know you can now text your donations using JustTextGiving.
To donate directly to Footsteps Foundation just text: Foot11 £xx to 70070.
Donations using this code will be allocated to Footsteps Foundation grants and awards.
To create a text code for a specific child please follow the online instructions on your fundraising page.
August 10th, 2011
You Could Be The Next Hamilton or Button!
Here’s your chance to follow in the footsteps of Lewis Hamilton, Jenson Button & Sebastian Vettel and cruise around the Silverstone race track—only you’ll be running round!
The Silverstone Half Marathon takes place on 12th March 2012 and we have 8 places reserved for Footsteps Foundation runners. There is a minimum sponsorship to raise of £350-400 per runner.
If you are interested in taking part please contact: polly@footstepsfoundation.com
August 10th, 2011
Footsteps Dad attempts Channel Swim
Aiden with dad James
Footsteps dad James Howard of Wantage, Oxfordshire will be attempting a 40km open-water swim across the English Channel – the busiest shipping lanes in the world. With a strong current the swim could take anything up to 16+ hours, and in water not much above 15 degrees.
James’ son Aiden attends the Footsteps Centre twice a week and the improvements that James and his wife Lucy have seen have been beyond their expectations “For nearly a year now, they have been working relentlessly with Aiden and already the results are nothing short of miraculous. He can sit unaided for a long time (albeit with lots of pillows around him), he has shown interest in ‘commando’ crawling, stands propped up, and has even shown signs of wanting to walk.”
James will be attempting the channel swim to raise money for Footsteps Foundation who have helped to support Aiden’s therapy sessions, “They gave us hope where there was none, and I want them to continue their excellent work so that other families can be given the same chance we were.”
James is currently looking for corporate sponsorship to cover the cost of the support boat, anyone interested in supporting please visit www.swiminasuit.com.
August 10th, 2011
A Fun Day for Grace
Butterfly Grace!
A Funday in aid of Footsteps Foundation and Grace Windram who has been attending Footsteps for 2 years raised over £2,000.
Grace’s family organised the funday as part of their £10,000 fundraising campaign to continue Grace’s treatment at the Footsteps Centre.
August 10th, 2011
Grant Applications Accepted
For those new to Footsteps you may not be aware of Footsteps Foundation, a charity which awards grants towards payment of sessions at the Footsteps Centre. Applications are accepted throughout the year. For more information download an application or contact the office.
August 10th, 2011
Footsteps Equipment Bank
You may not be aware but Footsteps Foundation has been raising funds for the Equipment Bank. Footsteps Foundation will fund 50% of equipment such as peanut balls, mats, wedges, steps and shoes subject to therapist recommendation.
Please ask the therapists or office for more details.
August 10th, 2011
2012 Dates have been released
If you haven’t already booked your sessions for 2012 they are booking up fast.
Please note we have recently changed our payment procedures.
August 10th, 2011
Cancellations
Please could we remind everyone to make any cancellations as early as possible, whilst we do operate a healthy waiting list, it is often difficult to find families who are able to take last minute
spaces.
If you find you no longer require a session please bear in mind that there are others who do.
Thank You.
