News & blog

Blog | 02 May 2023

All political parties must provide easy read guides: Nolan’s voting experiences

by Nolan Barratt

Media contributor Nolan thinks it’s important for disabled and autistic people to be able to use their vote in elections and stay informed about politics.

Blog | 27 April 2023

Social care staff Jason and Andy climb Three Peaks Challenge for United Response

by Aisha Akbar

On Saturday 3 June, Suffolk staff members Jason Boyle and Andy Carless will be climbing epic mountains for their Three Peaks Challenge.

Blog | 18 April 2023

Living her best life: Jo thanks Bradford staff for aunt Joan’s transformation

by Jenna Lloyd

Having previously lived in an institution, Joan has now been supported by United Response since 2011. Her niece Jo tells us why she ‘can’t fault’ her Bradford support team, who make sure she fills her days with shopping trips, beauty treatments and cruise holidays.

Blog | 13 April 2023

Spring poems by Donna Harrison

by Donna Harrison

Three short poems about Spring by Donna, someone we support in Richmond, who is also one of our media contributors.

News | 12 April 2023

Announcing the Boscawen Education, Skills and Heritage Activities Project, thanks to National Lottery Players

United Response is launching an exciting new project in Cornwall, supported by the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

Blog | 11 April 2023

Well done Harry! Job promotion at The Hilton in Bath secured with United Response support

by Jenna Lloyd

Harry has been promoted to Junior Food and Beverage Supervisor. He told us all about his career journey so far and how his confidence has grown.

News | 04 April 2023

‘Unthinkable’ social care funding announcement by UK Government: United Response CEO responds

The Department of Health and Social Care has confirmed that funding promised to develop the social care workforce in England will be halved to just £250 million over the next three years.

News | 03 April 2023

‘An opportunity to rethink how to support autistic talent’: our response to the Buckland Review of Autism Employment

Many autistic people remain unsupported and excluded from the workplace. The newly-announced Buckland Review on Autism Employment is a chance for us to rethink how we can change this.

Blog | 03 April 2023

‘We’re on the same team’: how United Response is supporting women at work

by Jenna Lloyd

Head of HR Jenny Tremewan spoke at an International Women’s Day event about how flexible working and our menopause policy are removing barriers for women at work.

Blog | 30 March 2023

Following your passion: novelist Nora combines her love for writing and helping others

by Anisa Syed

Working for a company that aligns with your values, beliefs, and passion can be life-changing. It can transform a job into a fulfilling career, where you get to make a difference in the world while doing something that you love. That’s the story of Nora, a United Response team member who loves what she does and is making an impact in people’s lives.