Rathbone Society, Lambeth
Supporting adults and young people to live well.
A Lambeth charity supporting adults with learning disabilities and young people across our community, through trusted services, safe spaces, and opportunities that build skills, confidence and connection.
What we do
Two communities, one charity
Pick the door that's relevant to you, whether you're a carer, a parent, a referrer, a young person, or someone evaluating Rathbone for the first time.
For adults
Five interlocking services for adults with learning disabilities: community programmes, supported living, outreach, and growing.
Adult Services
For young people
Open-access youth clubs, mentoring, and inspiring-learning programmes for young people aged 8 to 19 (or 25 with SEND).
Youth ProgrammesWhat we believe
Skills, confidence, connection. Built with people, not for them.
Where we work
Three spaces in Lambeth
Each with its own character, and each available for community hire when we're not running services there.
Central Hill Community Hub
A modern community hub on the Central Hill Estate with a flexible hall and meeting room, ideal for…
The Hive Café
A bright, welcoming café space inside Lambeth’s learning disability hub, ideal for meetings, workshops, celebrations and community events,…
The Old Library
A historic community building in the heart of West Norwood, offering a flexible hall, cosy lounge, professional recording…
Our impact
Built to last in Lambeth
156
young people supported every week
69
adults supported every week
35+
years serving Lambeth
Good
CQC rating for our adult care
News & stories
What's happening at Rathbone
News · 12 June 2026
A Space made for Memorable Moments
Our venue offers a flexible, light-filled and stylish design setting for everything from private celebrations, corporate and community events. Our venue is…
News · 25 March 2026
Afro Cuban Salsa Classes
Join the Afro Cuban salsa sessions every Thursday at the Old Library from 7pm–11pm. Offering a class full of rhythm, movement, and…
News · 26 February 2026
Bounce - Spring Fever
Bounce is designed especially for neurodiverse individuals, offering a sensory-friendly space and a welcoming vibe for all. Enjoy the music, the community, and the…
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Rathbone runs on the trust of our funders, the talents of our people, and the support of donors who believe in the work. Help us keep going and keep growing.