00:00The Learning Library in Spennymore is closing after 40 years because of funding problems.
00:06The charity has lent free sensory toys and specialist equipment to families with additional needs across County Durham for four
00:14decades.
00:15Manager Sarah Mackin says grants could not cover its annual costs of £100,000.
00:21Five employees will lose their jobs as the charity winds down before leaving its premises in March.
00:27More than 4,000 toys are being redistributed.
00:31A mother from Concerts says the service was a lifeline, letting families try equipment before buying it.
00:38BBC Children in Need says it can only fund one in six applicants because resources are limited.
