Results for: ‘Christmas2021’

• • Blog
  • 23 December 2021

  A look back at end-of-lockdown celebrations

  by Laetitia Nnalue

  Many of us were reunited with loved ones when lockdowns and restrictions came to an end earlier this year. We spoke to services in Bradford and Littlehampton to find out how people we support in these areas celebrated with their friends and families…
• • Blog
  • 22 December 2021

  Support workers transform garden shed into Santa’s grotto for people with disabilities and autism

  by Jenna Lloyd

  In an effort to bring some sparkle to another uncertain Christmas, one of our Darlington services has transformed their garden shed into a magical Santa’s grotto for people we support.
• • Blog
  • 21 December 2021

  United Response staff in York go above and beyond, providing a Food Club for people in need during lockdown

  by Maxine Spry

  Last year, at the height of the pandemic and thanks to the support of several funders, 28 older people were offered a lifeline by United Response staff.
• • Blog
  • 20 December 2021

  Easingwold community centre offers photography and drama groups for people with disabilities and autism

  by Laetitia Nnalue

  This year, thanks to our supporters, The Bootshop – one of our community centres based in Easingwold, York – has been able to introduce new activities including an outdoor photography club and a drama group for people we support.
• • Blog
  • 17 December 2021

  Giving the gift of technology – how we’re keeping people with disabilities and autism connected this Christmas

  by Maxine Spry

  Whether it’s tablets, phones or improved internet access, technology has never been so important for people we support.
• • Blog
  • 16 December 2021

  Green projects springing up across the country thanks to donors and volunteers

  by Anisa Syed

  Green projects like our allotments and food growing schemes really boost the wellbeing of people we support, enabling them to meet new people and give back to their local communities.
• • Blog
  • 15 December 2021

  Cornwall support workers team up with bikers for a special birthday surprise for Derek’s 60th

  by Jenna Lloyd

  Bike-lover Derek from Saltash got a big surprise when his support workers and a local motorcycle club organised something very special for his birthday…
• • Blog
  • 14 December 2021

  Donations help thriving Kent community radio station staffed by people with disabilities and autism

  by Darren Worthy

  People we support now have regular slots DJing and hosting shows, playing music and talking about the things they love on our community radio station.
• • Blog
  • 13 December 2021

  ‘I’m stronger physically and socially’ – help us provide more community activities for people we support

  by Darren Worthy

  The Enterprise in Richmond are just one of our services hosting a range of fun and exciting activities for people we support. Find out how you can help us to provide more karate, keep fit and arts and crafts classes…
• • Blog
  • 10 December 2021

  5 tips for a Christmas that works for everyone

  by John Ockenden

  Christmas can be a difficult time for people with a learning disability, autism or mental health needs. We’ve taken advice from many sources to help make this season easier and more enjoyable for everyone.