Our programmes connect wheelchair rugby, rehabilitation, peer support and practical assistance for people living with spinal cord injuries and other eligible disabilities.
Integrated programmes
From hospital bedside to centre court
UWRF connects assessed need, qualified partners, safeguarding and clear referral pathways across sport, peer support and practical assistance.
Hospital and peer-support connectionsRegional development in Gulu/Northern Uganda with Ability Sports Africa
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Hospital outreach
Visits coordinated with hospitals to introduce peer support, active rehabilitation and community options to people with recent spinal cord injuries.
Consent-led bedside visits
Family information
Referral and follow-up
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Home and community visits
Practical follow-up for people facing transport, mobility or participation barriers after discharge.
Needs and access check
Peer connection
Community reintegration
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Essential supplies
Dignified support to access catheters and other continence or health supplies through clinical guidance and accountable distribution.
Clinical referral required
Private, safe handling
Stock and outcome records
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Active rehabilitation
Progressive chair skills, conditioning and sport introduction delivered alongside—never instead of—medical rehabilitation.
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Athlete development
Coaching, classification readiness, club training, strength and conditioning, competition and leadership pathways. Regular Kampala training for Kampala and Wakiso pathways is held on Thursdays from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
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Workforce and advocacy
Training for coaches, officials, volunteers and peer mentors, plus advocacy for accessible facilities and inclusive public services.
A responsible service model
Every request needs the right response
UWRF listens, assesses, records consent and explains eligibility before arranging a service or referral. Wheelchair rugby and peer support can complement rehabilitation but do not replace clinical care. UWRF does not promise emergency response, treatment, transport, equipment or supplies.
Enquiry: person, family, hospital or community partner contacts UWRF.
Consent and assessment: needs, risk, location and appropriate support are established.
Referral or service: UWRF responds directly or connects a qualified partner.
Follow-up: outcomes are recorded with privacy and safeguarding controls.
