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We support disabled children and families with vital care, advice, and respite services for brighter futures.

We Are Beams is a local charity committed to supporting disabled children and their families across Kent. What We Do
We offer a variety of services, including Family Advice, Short Breaks, Dragon’s Retreat Respite, Brokerage, and Payroll Services. Our work is built around each child’s individual needs, while offering practical and emotional support to their families. Who We Support
At any time, We

Are Beams is helping around 450 families across Dartford, Gravesham, Sevenoaks and surrounding areas. We support children with a wide range of needs, including autism, ADHD, physical or sensory impairments, and complex health conditions. Our Mission
Our mission is to provide comprehensive support services to children and young people with any form of physical, learning or sensory impairment living in Dartford, Gravesham, Sevenoaks and the surrounding areas. We aim to support the whole family through a range of services that directly benefit and assist those dealing with the challenges of raising a disabled child. Our Vision
Our vision is to be the leading provider of support for disabled children and young people in Kent. Using our expertise, we help them to have more independence and control of their futures. The Difference We Make
Our impact goes beyond just care; we help reduce social isolation, promote friendships, enhance mental health and well-being, and provide families with the much-needed respite from the challenges of caregiving. How You Can Help
Aiming to raise £2.5 million, we work to ensure that we can continue providing essential care to the most vulnerable members of our community. Whether you donate, partner with us, sponsor an event or volunteer, every bit of support helps make a real difference. Join Us 💜
There’s a place for everyone at We Are Beams. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive future for disabled children and their families.

02/06/2026

ATTENTION BEAMS MEMBER FAMILIES!

Our Summer Holiday Clubs☀️ are now LIVE and ready to book!

Spaces are limited, so please book as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Please note that we are unable to take bookings over the phone – all bookings must be made using the forms within our Summer Programme.

We've got an exciting summer planned, with activities taking place at Bowles Adventure Centre, St Andrews Lakes, Chatham Maritime Watersports Centre, Whiteoak Leisure Centre, Margate Seafront, and more! 🚣‍♀️🏖️

Activities include:

🚣 Kayaking and canoeing
🏄 Paddleboarding and sailing
🏹 Archery and wall climbing
🎯 Obstacle courses and zip wires
🌈 Sensory play and glow-in-the-dark activities
⚽ Sports coaching, tennis and badminton
🏖️ Beach trips, arcades and seaside adventures

These sessions give children and young people the opportunity to try new activities, spend time with friends, build confidence and create lasting memories over the summer holidays.

View the full Summer Programme and book your places here:👉 https://wearebeams.org.uk/short-breaks/

⏰ Please don't wait to book, as spaces are limited and some activities may fill up quickly.

01/06/2026

Join our Patron David Ribi as he trains for our Messy Dash and hear why this year’s little dashers' medals are so special!

Ready to join us on 5th July in Central Park? Read below 👇

MESSY DASH 2026 – Celebrating 30 Years of We Are Beams!

Join two waves of colourful chaos with 2.5k of slime, powder, and water-filled fun! Our fully inclusive, wheelchair-accessible route means the whole family can take part – whether you walk, jog, dance, toddle or run.

📅 Date: Sunday 5th July 2026

📍 Venue: Central Park, Dartford, Kent DA1 1DE

Tickets:

Adult: £15 | Child: £10 | Family (2 adults + 2 children): £44

Every child crossing the finish line will receive a limited edition 30th anniversary Beams medal – a special keepsake celebrating this huge milestone and the difference they’re helping to make!

David Ribi will also be your energetic compere on the day, making sure the atmosphere is brilliant for everyone.

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW: https://wearebeams.sync.giving/messy-dash-2026

Thank you to our headline sponsors: Magrock, Dartford Living, Dartford Borough Council

31/05/2026

Our special 30th Anniversary Newsletter is out now!

Take a look inside and catch up on some of the amazing moments, milestones and stories from We Are Beams.

In this issue:
✨ Celebrating 30 years of supporting disabled children and families
🏆 Dragon’s Retreat achieving Outstanding from Ofsted for the second year running
🚗 Nicolas Hamilton joining We Are Beams as a Patron
⛳ Over £25,000 raised at our first Charity Golf Day
🧸 Family Advice, Short Breaks and exciting new service updates
🚴 Fundraising events, community stories and ways to get involved
and more!

👉 Read the full newsletter here:https://wearebeams.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/BEAMS-Newsletter-SPRING-2026-v8-sp.pdf

30/05/2026

💜 These smiles say it all.
Look at these beautiful memories from our recent London Bus Museum trip! The laughter, the excitement, and those priceless smiles were made possible through our Short Breaks services. Moments like these give families breathing space, create joyful memories, and remind us why we do what we do.

We are so incredibly grateful to every single person who supports We Are Beams. You’re not just donating, you’re helping create happy days that families will cherish forever.

If you’d like to help us keep creating more moments like this, your support would mean the world.

👉 Donate here: https://fundraising.wearebeams.org.uk/donation/Beams-celebrates-30-years

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts 💜

29/05/2026

Our Big 30th Anniversary Raffle is NOW LIVE! 🎉

This year’s raffle features our BIGGEST EVER top prize:
🏆 1st Prize: £2,000 cash jackpot!
🏆 2nd Prize: Godstone Farm family entry for 2 adults + 2 children

And tickets are only £2 each!

Every single ticket makes a real difference, and you could win some fantastic prizes while supporting a local charity.

👉 Buy your raffle tickets here: https://fundraising.wearebeams.org.uk/raffle/big-beams-30th-anniversary-raffle-2026

Thank you for helping us celebrate 30 years of We Are Beams, and good luck!

28/05/2026

749 CO-OP MEMBERS ALREADY SUPPORT WE ARE BEAMS! 💜

Help support We Are Beams just by shopping at Co-op!

If you're a Co-op Member, you can choose We Are Beams as your local cause. It only takes 2 minutes to set up, and every time you buy selected Co-op products and services, you’ll be supporting a great cause at no extra cost to you.

Every new supporter helps make an even bigger difference for disabled children and their families across our community.

🔗 Get started here ➡️ buff.ly/4foVNA4

💡 Not a member yet? You can join for just £1 and start making a difference today.

Thank you for your support! 💜

27/05/2026

A HUGE THANK YOU to our amazing sponsors who make Messy Dash 2026 possible. We truly couldn’t do it without you! 🎉

Thank you to:
Magrock
Dartford Borough Council
Dartford Living

And a special shout-out to PureGym Dartford and PureGym London Swanley for bringing the energy with warm-ups and sponsoring one of our stations; you help set the tone for all the fun! 💪💦

BOOK NOW:
Join us in Central Park, Dartford, for 2.5k of slime, powder and water-filled fun. A fully inclusive, wheelchair accessible event where everyone can walk, jog, dance, toddle or run 💜

📅 Sunday 5th July 2026
📍 Central Park, Dartford
💷 Adult £15 | Child £10 | Family £44

🏅 Every child finisher receives a limited edition 30th anniversary medal!

👉 GET YOUR TICKETS HERE: https://wearebeams.sync.giving/messy-dash-2026

26/05/2026

Donate £30 for 30 Years🎉 and Be Part of the Difference

For three decades, we’ve supported disabled children and their families, and we couldn’t have done it without you.

To mark our 30th year, we’re inviting you to donate £30 and help us continue providing vital respite care at Dragon’s Retreat, along with ongoing support for families who need it most.

Every donation helps create moments that matter – giving children the chance to have fun, build confidence and make lasting memories.
👉 Donate here: https://wearebeams.sync.giving/

Or start your own fundraiser and be part of something truly meaningful.
Thank you for supporting families every step of the way. 💜

25/05/2026

💜 Quick reminder! Just 2 minutes could still WIN We Are Beams £1,000! 💜

If you haven’t had a chance to nominate us in the Movement for Good draw yet, now is the perfect time!

It’s completely free, takes UNDER 2 MINUTES, and every nomination gives us a better shot at vital funding to keep supporting families across Kent.

Here’s how easy it is:
✅ Click the link below
✅ Search for “We Are Beams”
✅ Hit submit
👉 Nominate us here (takes seconds!):
https://movementforgood.com/draws/1000?utm_source=main-site&utm_medium=thank-you-modal&utm_campaign=main-draw

We’re so grateful to everyone who’s already nominated, thank you! 🙏

If you haven’t yet, your support today really could make a huge difference.
Feel free to share this reminder with friends, family or colleagues too – the more nominations, the stronger our chances. 💜

24/05/2026

Help us make a real difference for little ones and their families 💜

We need your support to launch our Under 5s Healthy Eating Initiative. Fun, hands-on cookery sessions for young children and their parents 👩‍🍳🍎

These sessions will help children explore food in a positive way, build confidence, develop motor skills and form healthy habits early on. Parents will receive valuable guidance and support from a trained family advisor during this crucial stage.

✨ Your support will directly help us deliver:
Interactive workshops for 30 children under 5
Vital early support for families navigating a possible disability diagnosis
Stronger confidence, well-being, and family bonds
We’ve already raised over £3,000 thanks to 28 generous supporters, but we still need your help to make this initiative happen and reach our target.

Every donation, big or small, will make a genuine difference to these young children and their families 🙏

👉 Donate here and help us bring this to life: https://www.spacehive.com/wearebeams #

Can’t donate right now? SHARING THIS POST would mean the world to us. Thank you! 💜

Address

Allsworth Court, 38-40 St David's Road
Kent
BR87RJ

Website

http://www.wearebeams.org.uk/

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