History and Origin


The Asthma and Allergy Foundation was born out of the need of people who have struggled to cope with their asthma. What started as a support group has grown to become a charity devoted to providing asthma and allergy support services to improve health outcomes for sufferers.


2009 Support group was formed so members could learn from each other on how best to manage their symptoms.


2010 First asthma awareness programme for group members, their family and friends to learn a bit more about asthma and how they can support their loved ones who live with their condition long term.


2011 The charity was registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity regulator (OSCR) and started some outreach programs within the Aberdeen community.


2012 Official opening of the Charity at Hilton Doubletree Aberdeen, Charity logo unveiled by The Lord Provost of Aberdeen, Councillor George Adam. The Charity began active work within the community to improve Asthma Awareness and Management.


2013 - 2016 The Charity has carried out numerous projects within the Grampian community, including the In-School Asthma Initiative (ISAI) a program aimed at improving the quality of life and health for school children living with Asthma in Aberdeen.


Asthma Workshops for Parents of Children with Asthma, asthma management sessions for older people living with Asthma in Sheltered Housing. General Asthma Awareness Program both in Aberdeen Royal Infirmary (ARI) and Union Terrace Gardens.


The Charity has partnered with the NHS Grampian for the Grampian Respiratory improvement project (GRIP) and the Scottish Government through the Community Jobs Scotland Scheme and the department for work and pensions through its work experience placement scheme.


2017 The Charity is working towards opening the first Asthma Support Centre in the UK, to provide a range of services to people with Asthma, their families, friends, carers and other members of the community.