The Restricted Growth Association
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The Restricted Growth Association | |
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| Name of Organisation: | The Restricted Growth Association |
| Headline: | Provides vital information and support to improve the quality of life for persons of restricted growth (dwarfism), and their families |
| What We Do: | The RGA is a UK based charity that provides vital information and support to improve the quality of life for persons of restricted growth (dwarfism), and their families.
There are estimated to be over 200 different forms of restricted growth, also known as dwarfism or short stature. The most common of these conditions, affecting around 70% of our full members, is Achondroplasia, a condition that causes disproportionate short stature. |
| Area: | National
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| Address: | RGA Office
PO Box 15755 SOLIHULL |
| Postcode: | B93 3FY |
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| Telephone: | 0300 111 1970
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| Facebook ID: | Restricted Growth Association (RGA)
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| Email: | office@restrictedgrowth.co.uk |
| Website: | http://www.restrictedgrowth.co.uk/index.php |
| Services Offered: | The RGA is a self-help group providing and sharing information and support for people with restricted growth conditions and their families. The Association aims to help reduce the distress and disadvantages of people with restricted growth by trying to:
■Reduce social barriers ■Improve their quality of life ■Enhance the role in society of persons of restricted growth ■Lessen the fear and distress of families when a child with restricted growth is born ■Provide friendship, mutual support and encouragement for individuals and their families ■Develop an awareness of diversity and promote equality within the small people's community ■The Association represents people of restricted growth and acts as an advocate on their behalf. |
| Disability Type: | Growth Impairment |
| Pat Mark Status: | Not Yet Applied For
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| Related Organisations: | Child Growth Foundation
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