About Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability

As a charity, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability complements the National Health Service’s work by meeting particular needs that would otherwise be neglected. As well as basic care programmes, the majority of the hospital’s services and facilities, buildings renovations and equipment are supported by voluntary income. For this the charity is indebted to each and every donor and supporter.

Over the years, the staff at the hospital have developed expert knowledge and experience in the treatment and care of severely disabled people. Those cared for at the hospital benefit greatly from the many specialist therapies and services available under one roof.

A key aspect of the charity’s work, as new needs become apparent, is to research and open new services, many of which are the first of their kind in the country.

At the hospital there are a growing number of specialist treatment areas including services for people who require 24-hour ventilation, special facilities for those suffering from Huntington’s disease, and for those with behavioural problems as a result of injury or disease.   

Our history

The Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability was founded in 1854 by Andrew Reed, a social philanthropist.

Originally known as The Hospital and Home for Incurables, its stated aim was to “Give permanent relief to such persons as are hopelessly disqualified for the duties of life by disease, accident or deformity.”

Nearly 150 years on, the Royal Hospital for Neuro-disability’s work is as vital now as it has always been These days, the hospital is a national charity specialising in assessment, rehabilitation, disability management, community reintegration and day services for people with severe injury, damage or disease to the brain and other parts of the nervous system.

Specialist medical, nursing and therapy staff assist those suffering from these complex disabilities. At the same time they help them, and their families to deal with the physical, cognitive and psychological trauma that occurs as a consequence.