In 1975, the Society changed its name to ‘The Croydon Sutton and District Spastics Society’ as it was offering equal services to adults and children both in Croydon and Sutton.

In 1979, Jean Garwood House officially opened.

In 1984, the ‘flat’ in the Coach House next to Rutherford was converted into a large room to be used by the Appeals committee and other meetings, while the downstairs was made into a room primarily for the use of the House - to - House organisers.

In 1985, Rutherford School received notification of registration as a Special Needs School under the 1981 Education Act.

In 1989, the hydrotherapy pool at Rutherford was completed and was used by the children and the adults from Bramley Hill.

In 1993, Ruth Garwood Lodge, a purpose built five bedded respite care home for children and young adults, situated next to Rutherford School, was officially opened.

In 1995, the first phase of the refurbishment of Bramley Hill was completed.

In 1996, the first charity shop, situated in South Croydon, was opened.

In 1999, the second charity shop, in South Norwood, was opened.

In 2000, the refurbishment of Bramley Hill was finally completed and was officially opened.

On 2nd April 2001, the Society officially changed its name to ‘The Garwood Foundation’. This was due to the outdated word ‘Spastic’.

In April 2001, the charity shop in South Norwood was closed, due to lack of business.

In July 2001, Ruth Garwood Lodge was closed, due to financial reasons and changes in legislation.

In September 2001, building work was completed on the Ruth Garwood Lodge building. A knock through to the school was built and the rooms were adapted, creating a new class and a soft play area. This enabled Rutherford School to expand and admit more pupils.