The Restricted Growth Association aims to help reduce the distress and disadvantages of persons of restricted growth by trying to:
Reduce social barriers
Improve the quality of life
Enhance the role in society for persons of restricted growth
Lessen the fear and distress of families when a child of restricted growth is born
Provide fellowship, mutual support and encouragement for individuals and their families
Further self-fulfilment and independence
Friendship & Mutual Support
Sharing experiences with each other through social events and mutual interest groups is confidence boosting and comforting, and adds greatly to our self esteem. RGA offers opportunities for us to get together regionally and nationally so that we know that we are not alone.
There is a thriving Youth Group who meet together whenever possible and enjoy weekends away.
Family Support
We know that a child with restricted growth may be born unexpectedly into any family. We offer information and support to parents and other family members as well as giving children a chance to meet up and exchange experiences with other children.
Medical Information
RGA provides a focus for medical information relating to restricted growth. We have a wide range of publications covering the various conditions of restricted growth as well as books on topics of everyday living such as driving, careers, what shall I wear, teenage years. We have up to date information on limb lengthening procedures as well as information on genetics, obstetrics, gynaecology, orthopaedics and anaesthesia.
Practical Help
RGA can offer practical help in many different areas:
Sources of clothing and shoes
Bicycles adaptation/suitable purchase
.Household aids
Car modifications and other mobility assistance
How to apply for benefits and grants
.Supply information to educational professionals on provisions within schools
Many families use websites to store and share photos these days. Do you think it is acceptable to allow pictures of Mums breastfeeding their baby on these sites? (Please select one answer only)
The Restricted Growth Association aims to help reduce the distress and disadvantages of persons of restricted growth by trying to:
