The Valiant Centre
New £1.4million disability resource centre
Is now open
New £1.4million disability resource centre in Hendon nears completion as it promises to provide life changing support to those with additional needs.
A new disability resource centre in Sunderland which will provide life changing support to people living with additional needs is completed with just months to go until it opens its doors.
The £1.4million Northeast Disability Resource Centre (NDRC), off Cork Street, Hendon, is being developed by Sunderland City Council to replace the existing NDRC, which has become tired and restrictive after years of use.
Building partner Tolent have topped out on the facility, with a roof now covering the site, which will open in the late Autumn and include space for a range of activities tailored to disabled residents in the area.
The centre will stand among a new community that is being built in Cork Street, which will also deliver 17 new bungalows, 16 of which will be specially adapted to provide homes for people with physical disabilities.
Stuart Johnson, general manager at NDRC, said: “We’re thrilled to see the centre top out, as we head closer to moving in. The services we offer are life changing already but being able to support people from a dedicated space that will more than double our capacity is just tremendous.
“It’s like the final pieces of the jigsaw are slotting into place with the
new centre and adapted homes too. The people we support are extended
family to me, and this is just what I’d want for my own family, so it’s
what I want for them.
“They deserve to be supported to access the same opportunities as anyone
else, and to enjoy activities on their doorstep that allow them to live
happy, fulfilled lives. It’s a massive moment for us all at NDRC.”
The current NDRC centre is used by people with a range of disabilities, and the council hopes the new development will help create a community around the NDRC, ensuring people who want to live independently can do so with support on their doorstep.
Councillor Kevin Johnston, dynamic city cabinet member, said: “Our Housing Delivery and Investment Plan (HDIP) set out plans to develop new homes for people who need more accessible accommodation, and wrapping this around a centre that is dedicated to supporting them is something that will make a big difference.”
Photos of the new centre
Education & Training
Our dedicated and experienced staff can offer educational classes ranging from basic IT skills to recognised qualifications.
Day Centre Services
Northeast Disabilities Resource Centre is a brand new 2 storey purpose-built day care centre in the heart of the City of Sunderland.
Our Beautiful Holiday Lodge
Did you know? We have a beautiful lodge set by the lakeside at the award winning Haggerston castle in Northumberland.
Personal Assistance
NDRC can offer a one-to-one service or within a small group for individuals to attend social gatherings, their chosen hobbies...
Supported Living Services
We have some amazing purpose built one and two bedroom bungalows that are fully accessible and complete with assistive technology.
