Diverse Abilities

Who we are

Our Mission

To enable children and adults with disabilities achieve their full potential by providing a lifetime of sustainable support and educational services.

Our Vision

To be the leading charity locally, offering the broadest choice of high quality services tailored to individual needs.

Our Values

Having a person centred approach to the people we support

Understanding, valuing, and respecting people

Being an advocate for Diverse Abilities

Delivering a quality service that represents excellent value for money

Diverse Abilities is Dorset’s disability charity supporting children and adults with profound physical and learning disabilities across the county since 1955 through a range of services including a specialist school, respite homes, advice lines, activity centres, play sessions, and 24/7 care in the home.