Enable Ability

Enable Ability is a disability charity located in Portsmouth. It works to support disabled people of all ages, providing a variety of services designed to foster stimulation, friendship, and enjoyment. The organization emphasizes the importance of care and support for disabled individuals as well as respite for their families and caregivers. They offer numerous programs including children’s services such as Specialist Playschemes, Saturday Clubs, and befriending services, as well as adult services aimed at enhancing skills and providing work experience opportunities.

The charity relies on a dedicated team of paid staff and volunteers, all trained to offer the highest level of support to service users. However, in 2025, Enable Ability faced significant financial challenges, including increased operational costs and the loss of key funding for its employment program. Consequently, they announced the closure of certain projects, including the Inter Activ program, which helped disabled adults gain confidence and job skills. Although support through crowdfunding allowed them to continue the program until December 2025, this closure means participants will have to seek alternate support options.

Additionally, the Landport Café faced financial difficulties, resulting in its closure as well. The charity also had to stop its advocacy service due to funding shortages. Despite these setbacks, the focus remains on maintaining core services for their participants, with the staff showing great commitment to ensuring support continues.

You can explore their services and find support through their website, and they encourage community involvement through volunteering and donations.