Regeneration was established in 1994, and is based in the counties of Essex and Somerset. We are a voluntary organisation solely dedicated to supporting people and their families affected by ataxia. Our other main objectives, are to raise awareness and understanding of the ataxias and to fund and support essential research into developing effective treatments, and management strategies. Ultimatley our vision and target is to find a cure for the ataxias.

Each of our trustees has a close family member affected by ataxia. All the administrative and fundraising tasks are undertaken by the trustees working with people that have ataxia and their families and friends. No salaries or fees are paid. All administrative costs are met by grants that Regeneration receive specifically for that reason. This means that every penny donated to Regeneration is used exclusively for the purpose of which it was intended – to fund research, to help us to provide care, information and support services and to help people with ataxia to have the best possible quality of life.

There are many different types of ataxia and Regeneration is committed to supporting all people affected by the condition. But, being a very small charity, we focus our research and support activities towards helping those people and families affected by Friedreich's ataxia, and other hereditary and progressive forms of ataxia. Find out more about ataxia.

Working jointly with health and social care professionals, we provide help and a unique range of integrated support services that are not available at a local level from anywhere else. In partnership with our research associates we are also actively involved in ataxia research, which brings hope for the future. Over the years we have both supported and awarded a number of research grants into ataxia treatment, cure and care. Find out more about our Research and Support Services.

Regeneration has developed and maintained links with care professionals with expertise in ataxia. We are closely supported by a group of advisors that include scientists, health and social care professionals.

All of our work is funded by charitable donations. We rely on fundraising and the efforts of our supporters and volunteers to achieve our goals.

No person or their family should have to face ataxia on their own. If you are affected by ataxia, we are here to help you, please  Contact us.