About us
Who we are
The CFDN is a registered charity and voluntary organisation dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and their families of all faiths and none across Essex & East London.
This wonderful charity has been in existence since 1962. Our mission is simple but important: to serve people with disabilities and their families from all faiths and none by creating a supportive community and promoting opportunity through our network and events.
Our charity is run by volunteers and led by our trustees and CEO, who are dedicated to keeping our community strong and vibrant. From swimming events at Leyton Lagoon to family disco's, bi-weekly pub group for adults, Saturday club for adults, theatre trips, family BBQs, seaside coach trips, adventure days at Lambourne End Centre for Outdoor Learning and much more, we offer a diverse range of events to suit everyone's interests.
Our culture and values
Our Mission:
To provide for the social, material and spiritual needs of individuals with disabilities and their families of all faiths and non, across Essex and East London. To achieve this, we facilitate events, activities and networks; whilst advocating and educating on the needs of our members.
Our Values:
C - Compassionate Community
F - Fostering Inclusivity
D - Developing Knowledge
N - Nurturing Opportunity
Equality, diversity and inclusion policy
The CFDN is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We recognise the value of a diverse workforce and the contribution every individual can make. We are committed to ensuring that our employment practices, service delivery, and any other activities are free from discrimination.


